Professor Dr. Cylie Williams

Biography

Cylie Williams is a clinical researcher and educator with extensive clinical experience in health care settings, particularly focused on pediatric lower limb conditions. She serves as the Deputy Head of the School of Primary and Allied Health Care at Monash University and is the course coordinator for the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree, where she coordinates a faculty-wide subject that centers on learner engagement concepts for communication in healthcare, particularly within disability sectors. Prof. Williams is an international leader in idiopathic toe walking, a common condition affecting young children, and has developed clearer diagnostic tools that guide specialist referrals. Her research contributions, including the Toe Walking Tool, have been translated into four languages and are referenced on influential health websites. Her broader research interests encompass lower limb conditions in children, the functional impact of pain, and the Australian allied health care model. She has also attained significant leadership roles in various research projects and committees within the Australian healthcare system and is engaged with several professional organizations to enhance allied health services. As an editor and board member for notable journals, she strives to contribute to advancements in her field and promote best practices within podiatry education and care.

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