Dr. Robbie Blackwell

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Robbie Blackwell is an occupational therapist and lymphoedema therapist, serving as team leader at the Macquarie University Health Lymphoedema Treatment Clinic. He provides conservative management for patients suffering from lymphoedema and lipoedema. Robbie performs Indocyanine Green (ICG) lymphography imaging and coordinates the ALERT ICG Lymphography Diagnostic Assessment Clinic. He is committed to advancing research in lymphatic diseases and is currently pursuing a Master's degree at Macquarie University. As a member of the ALERT education team, he develops and delivers accredited lymphoedema training for therapists in Australia and New Zealand. His philosophy centers around empowering lymphoedema patients through knowledge and tailoring interventions based on contemporary lymphatic research. Robbie values collaboration with multidisciplinary team members to devise and implement evidence-based, patient-focused treatment plans, and he is affiliated with both the Australasian Lymphology Association and Occupational Therapy Australia.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Conjoint Associate Lecturer

2021-01-01 — Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia

Lecturer in Occupational Therapy and Lymphoedema Management.

Awards

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Excellence Learning & Teaching - Teaching Excellence Prize

2022-07-01
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Lighthouse Program Award – Innovation ALERT Education Program

2022-11-01
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Symposium Presentation - Teaching Excellence

2023-02-01
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Excellence Education - Quality Improvement

2023-09-01
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Excellence Research - Innovation, Partnership, Entrepreneurship

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).