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Dr. Hazel Jenkins is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Chiropractic at Macquarie University, Australia. She holds a PhD in Health Professions from the same institution, focusing on reducing inappropriate imaging for low back pain. Her roles include Postgraduate Course Director and clinical educator in musculoskeletal radiology. She has over 20 years of chiropractic clinical experience, specializing in chronic musculoskeletal pain management and evidence-based care implementation.
Research interests span low back pain management, imaging reduction strategies, and healthcare implementation science. She has led projects like ANZBACK (swimming program efficacy) and MtCaRF (X-ray impact analysis). Notable awards include the 2023 Education Excellence Award and multiple podium/poster accolades.
Key publications focus on imaging reduction, patient reassurance strategies, and chiropractic practice guidelines. Her work appears in journals like *Journal of Physiotherapy*, *BMC Primary Care*, and *Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews*. She actively participates in national/international conferences, delivering talks on imaging pitfalls and clinical decision-making.
