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Professor Linda Slack-Smith is a leading social epidemiologist at the University of Western Australia's School of Population and Global Health, specializing in oral health disparities, child health, and Aboriginal health. She holds significant international roles including Editor Emerita of Gerodontology, Vice-President of the IADR Geriatric Oral Health Research Group, and Co-Chair of the 2021 Melbourne World Congress of Epidemiology. Her research emphasizes policy translation and addressing health inequities through mixed-methods approaches.
- Expertise: Social determinants of health, dental geriatrics, child oral health, Indigenous health systems
- Leadership: 40+ national/international board positions, $5.7M+ grant leadership
- Awards: IADR Giddon Award (2018/2024), Mentoring Excellence (2019)
Research focuses on:
- Aboriginal oral health equity via volunteer programs like the Kimberley Dental Team
- Geriatric oral health workforce development
- Social practices influencing child oral hygiene
Grant achievements include $5M+ in major initiatives like NHMRC Indigenous Capacity Building Grants and APHCRI Oral Health Research Excellence Centres. Active in policy advocacy through organizations like the Australian Epidemiological Association and Network for Integrated Oral Health.
