Faye Deane

Faye Deane is a Senior Lecturer in Chiropractic and the Chiropractic Academic Placement Lead at Teesside University, School of Health and Life Sciences, within the Department of Allied Health Professions. She is an active academic, researcher, and public health advocate, contributing significantly to chiropractic education, interprofessional learning, and national health policy.

Education:

• Master of Science in Public Health, University of York (2012–2013)
• BSc(Hons) in Chiropractic, University of South Wales (2003–2007)

Faye’s research interests lie at the intersection of public health, chiropractic care, and healthcare integration. Her work emphasizes musculoskeletal health policy, global health equity, and innovative clinical education models. She has pioneered the UK’s first formalized chiropractic placement model and promotes interprofessional collaboration through digital and international platforms.

Her recent scholarly output reflects a strong focus on national policy evaluation, global volunteerism in spine care, virtual interprofessional conferences, and clinical placement standards. These works highlight trends in healthcare education innovation, policy implementation, and inclusive, evidence-based practice.

Scientific Awards and Recognitions:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
• Fellow of the Royal Society of Public Health
• Board Member, British Chiropractic Association
• Member, Public Health Committee, World Federation of Chiropractic

Faye has led and contributed to research grants, including the 'Placement Replacement Project,' which explored simulated clinical placements. She mentors within academic and professional networks and contributes to national discourse through stakeholder roundtables and public engagement.

She is actively involved in international collaborations, notably through a Memorandum of Understanding with Universidad del Desarrollo in Chile, supporting a public health research mobility program at the Centre of Global Intercultural Health.