Stacie Attrill

Associate Professor Stacie Attrill is an academic and leader in health professions education at the University of Adelaide's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. As Associate Dean (Curriculum), she oversees curriculum development across allied health disciplines. She holds a dual appointment in the School of Allied Health Science and Practice and the Speech Pathology department.

Her research focuses on health workforce development, particularly addressing culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities' needs. Key areas include improving service provision for neurodegenerative conditions like Motor Neurone Disease and enhancing clinical education practices for speech pathology students. Stacie leads projects funded by organizations such as the Australian Collaborative Education Network and Health Workforce Australia, totaling over $600,000 in grants since 2016.

Stacie supervises higher degree research students in allied health practice and clinical education, with a focus on workforce planning for diverse populations. She teaches in the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) program, emphasizing swallowing disorders and professional practice. Recent grants include initiatives exploring virtual reality for CALD student acculturation and business strategies for NDIS service providers.

Notable projects include investigating mealtime experiences for individuals with dysphagia and decision-making frameworks for neurodegenerative patients. Her work bridges clinical practice, education, and policy, advocating for equitable healthcare access and culturally responsive service delivery.