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Grant Russell is a Professor of Primary Care Research and Director of the Southern Academic Primary Care Research Unit (SAPCRU) within Monash University's Department of General Practice. He previously served as an Associate Professor at the University of Ottawa (2009–2020). His research focuses on understanding the impact of primary care reforms on patients, clinicians, and practices. He has secured over $8 million in research funding and authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications. Russell holds awards including the North American Primary Care Research Group President's Award and the Sir Richard Stawell Prize.
Education:
- Graduate of University of Western Australia
- Completed GP training through the Family Medicine Program (1989)
Research Interests: Russell's work addresses primary care system reforms, health policy, refugee health, and chronic disease management. He leads projects like the National Multidisciplinary Primary Care Research Consortium and dementia rehabilitation initiatives. His studies often explore organizational adaptation during crises (e.g., pandemic responses) and healthcare workforce wellbeing.
Projects & Grants:
- CONSEP trial (hypertension screening)
- Primary Breathe AUS (respiratory care)
- A-PRECISE (aged care infection prevention)
Awards:
- AAAPC Distinguished Paper Award (2020)
- NAPCRG Prizes (2017, 2019, 2020)
- Sir Richard Stawell Prize (2014)
Labs/Teams: SAPCRU, Victorian Heart Institute (VHI), and collaborative networks in primary care innovation.
