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Dr. Wendy Abigail is a Senior Lecturer at Flinders University's College of Nursing and Health Sciences, specializing in women’s health and grey nomad diabetes research. She holds academic qualifications including a PhD, a Bachelor of Nursing (Honours), and certifications in education and diabetes management. Her research focuses on sexual and reproductive health, breast cancer, and innovative methodologies like mixed-methods and case studies. She has led multiple grants, including studies on rural women’s healthcare access and sexual/reproductive health promotion. Dr. Abigail is a recognized national and international speaker, presenting at conferences in Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia. She chairs committees such as the National Council of Women Australia and has been involved in policy development, including Best Practice Guidelines for Termination of Pregnancy in South Australia.
Education:
- PhD, Flinders University
- Bachelor of Nursing (Hons First Class), Flinders University
- GradCertEd (HigherED), Flinders University
- GradCertHealth (Diabetes Management & Education), Flinders University
- Family Planning SA Certificate
- Bachelor of Nursing, Flinders University
- Hamilton Base Hospital Victoria General Nurse Training Honours
Research & Grants:
- Exploring rural/regional women’s access to sexual/reproductive healthcare (2011–2012)
- Sexual/reproductive health promotion for women over 30 (2011–2012)
- Collaborations with SHineSA, Flinders Medical Centre, and Noarlunga Health Service
Awards:
- Irene Bell Community Award (2017)
- Australian Women's Health Nurses Association Excellence Award (2013)
- Ruth Gibson Memorial Award (2012)
- HESTA Innovations in Nursing Finalist (2012)
Teaching & Advising:
- Supervises postgraduate research in women’s fertility, bariatric surgery, and nursing education
- Expertise in creative teaching strategies and learning analytics
Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams addressing diabetes health, women’s empowerment, and healthcare access, collaborating with national and international organizations like the Australian Women’s Health Network and the International Consortium Medical Abortion (ICMA).
