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Tracey Parnell is a researcher and academic at Charles Sturt University, specializing in occupational therapy, disaster recovery, and mental health. Her work focuses on bushfire recovery programs, telehealth for children, and healthcare accessibility for marginalized groups. She has contributed to over 80 research outputs, including books, articles, and commissioned reports.
Her research explores topics such as children’s well-being post-disaster, physiotherapists’ management of clients with psychological distress, and evidence-based practice in allied health education. Notable achievements include the Charles Sturt University Executive Dean’s Awards for Teaching (2022) and collaborative grants focused on improving healthcare education.
Parnell has supervised projects like the evaluation of Share the Dignity period product vending machines and contributed to Royal Far West’s telehealth services post-bushfires. She actively participates in workshops and seminars, emphasizing interprofessional education and community resilience.
Key areas of impact include disaster recovery strategies for allied health professionals, inclusivity in healthcare systems, and integrating lived experience narratives into education. Her work aligns with global health goals, particularly addressing mental health and child well-being in disaster contexts.
