We welcome Associate Professor Cathy Said back on the show this time to speak about her own research, clinical experience and career journey to expert researcher in falls and mobility in neurological and aged populations. Cathy is the Associate Professor of Physiotherapy in a joint partnership between Western Health and the University of Melbourne. She shares her tips on getting into research as a clinician, accessing funding and using technology in research and clinical practice. As always, we find out a little about the person behind the professional success and how she makes it all happen.
1.46 - Intro
2.20 - Cathy's current role
3.35 - Career pathway and developing interest in research
5.35 - Part time vs FT PhD
PhD
9.26 - Transition to community walking post stroke
12.04 - Refining PhD question with supervisors
14.06 - Walking is not enough - impairments from the PhD
Improving falls risk & PA in Neuro & Aged populations
18.45 - Tech innovations
21.40 - Biofeedback for foot clearance in stroke
23.00 - Can it be used in clinical practice?
26.59 - Challenges of gait retaining & rehab fitting it all in
28.38 - Translating falls evidence to practice in the current model of care
Clinical Research
29.49 - Research grants tips
34.06 - NHMRC health professionals training fellowship
Career progression
35.34 - Balancing with life with career progression
37.52 - A/prof of physio roles
42.20 - Researcher mum life
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