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Karen Hutchinson completed her PhD thesis at the University of Sydney in September 2018, focusing on exploring the experiences of families living with younger onset dementia from a social model perspective. She is a qualified physiotherapist with extensive clinical experience working with individuals facing acute onset degenerative neurological conditions in both the UK and Australia. Her research primarily revolves around the lived experiences of people with neurological impairments and their families, particularly addressing the needs of families navigating childhood illness. She aims to apply the social model of disability framework to enhance understanding and support within healthcare systems, advocating for social change to better serve individuals with impairments. Karen is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, where she conducts mixed-methods research on integrated care models, focusing on children with medical complexities and developing pathways for individuals living with motor neuron disease. She has undertaken various research projects, demonstrating her commitment to translating evidence and improving healthcare delivery across diverse communities in rural areas of New South Wales, Australia.
Australian Institute of Health Innovation • NSW, Australia
Conducting mixed-methods research on integrated care models, focusing on children with medical complexities and motor neuron disease.
Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).