Ryan Gallagher

Ryan Gallagher is a Conjoint Senior Lecturer at the School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing at the University of Newcastle. He is also a Senior Physiotherapist and Data Scientist with expertise in leveraging healthcare data to improve patient outcomes. His work bridges clinical practice and data science to address healthcare challenges.

Dr. Gallagher's educational background includes:

• Doctor of Philosophy in Physiotherapy from the University of New South Wales
• Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Newcastle
• Master in Data Science majoring in Computational Intelligence

His research focuses on applying data science and machine learning to healthcare challenges, particularly in the areas of stroke rehabilitation, telehealth, and advanced practice clinical roles. Dr. Gallagher is particularly interested in how E-Health and technology can transform healthcare delivery and the physiotherapy profession. His work on idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (iNPH) has made significant contributions to understanding how gait and balance assessments can predict surgical outcomes following CSF tap tests. He has extensively researched the application of machine learning to analyze clinical trends and outcomes on a large scale.

Analysis of Dr. Gallagher's publication record reveals a strong focus on translational research that bridges clinical practice with data science. His work spans multiple domains including stroke rehabilitation, telehealth implementation, musculoskeletal care, and neurological conditions like iNPH. A significant thread throughout his research is the application of data-driven approaches to improve healthcare efficiency, patient outcomes, and access to services, particularly in rural settings. His more recent work shows increasing emphasis on healthcare system redesign and value-based care.

Dr. Gallagher has received notable recognition for his research:

• Best HDR Publication for 2019 from the School of Health Sciences at the University of Newcastle

Currently, Dr. Gallagher serves as co-supervisor for a PhD candidate researching "Understanding the Drivers of Telehealth Usage among Patients in Australia and how it Reduces Costs over In-person Healthcare Services." His supervisory work reflects his dual expertise in healthcare delivery and data science. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his publication record suggests involvement in multiple research projects related to stroke care, telehealth implementation, and neurological rehabilitation.

Dr. Gallagher's work appears to be closely connected with clinical teams at John Hunter Hospital and involves collaboration with multiple healthcare professionals across various specialties. His research on rural healthcare models suggests engagement with regional healthcare networks in New South Wales. His recent work on practice-based research networks indicates leadership in developing collaborative research infrastructure among physiotherapists in regional Australia.