Dr. Vinutha Shetty

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Vinutha Shetty is a Clinical Senior Lecturer and Endocrinology Consultant at the Perth Children's Hospital. She leads the Adolescent Diabetes Service and is also an Honorary Research Associate at the Telethon Kids Institute. Her clinical academic work focuses on improving care for young people with Type 1 diabetes, emphasizing a holistic approach. She completed her PhD at the University of Western Australia, where her research significantly informed international guidelines for diabetes management during exercise. Dr. Shetty has been a strong advocate for digital health innovation, notably co-developing the acT1ve app to support young people with diabetes. Her research portfolio includes nutrition and mental health, with initiatives aimed at empowering adolescents with Type 1 diabetes. She is committed to health equity and sustainability, actively involved in mentoring future clinicians. Dr. Shetty fosters a culture of integrity and empathy within her team and is dedicated to building inclusive healthcare models. She is a member of the CAHS Earth Ambassadors Network and aims to reduce the environmental footprint of healthcare services. Her long-term vision includes establishing a Transitional Diabetes Care Clinic to bridge the gap between pediatric and adult care.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Senior Lecturer

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Teaching and conducting research in the Medicine School.

Consultant Paediatric Endocrinology

2013-01-01 — Present

Perth Children’s Hospital • Perth, Australia

Leading the Adolescent Diabetes Service.

Senior Research Fellow

2013-01-01 — Present

Children’s Diabetes Centre, Telethon Kids Institute • Perth, Australia

Conducting research on diabetes in children.

Awards

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Early Career Researcher Publication Award

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Young Investigator Award

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.