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Megan Smith is the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Science at Charles Sturt University (CSU), with a career focused on advancing clinical reasoning, healthcare education, and interprofessional practice. She holds a professorial appointment and has been actively involved in academic leadership, curriculum development, and fostering collaborative learning environments across disciplines.
Her research interests center on clinical decision-making processes in healthcare professions, particularly among dietitians and physiotherapists. She explores how contextual factors, professional autonomy, and interprofessional dynamics influence clinical judgments in acute care and community settings. Smith has also contributed to understanding parental experiences in pediatric physiotherapy, mental health interactions in healthcare, and strategies to enhance rural health workforce development.
Her work emphasizes translating theoretical frameworks into practice through innovative educational models, including practice-based learning, reflective practice, and clinical supervision policies. She has led initiatives to strengthen interprofessional education programs and improve workplace learning placements for allied health students.
Smith has authored over 79 publications, with recent contributions focusing on clinical reasoning in health professions, leadership in tertiary education, and the implementation of evidence-based practices. Her scholarship bridges educational theory and practical healthcare challenges, advocating for patient-centered, culturally responsive care models.
