Carissa Alderton

Dr. Carissa Alderton is a Lecturer in Interprofessional Practice at the University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health, part of the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing. Her work integrates pharmacy practice with rural health services research.

• Doctor of Philosophy, University of Sydney
• Bachelor of Pharmacy, University of Sydney
• Graduate Certificate in Learning & Teaching (Higher Edu), Swinburne University of Technology

Her research focuses on pharmacist-delivered sleep apnoea services and rural health, with a particular emphasis on developing clinical frameworks and improving accessibility to CPAP therapy in rural Australia. She has published extensively on diagnostic pathways, service quality metrics, and interprofessional collaboration.

Recent publications (2023-2025) highlight her work in Rural Food Retail Environments and Medical Nutrition Therapy for cardiovascular risk management. Earlier studies (2004-2005) explored pharmacist prescribing privileges and rural placement programs.

• Scientific Awards: Senior Fellowship, Higher Education Academy

As an academic teacher, she coordinates courses in health science, nursing, pharmacy, and paramedic practice. Clinically, she is a registered pharmacist with experience in public and private healthcare sectors. Industry experience includes business management and staff development initiatives.