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Wendy Pollock is a Professor at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Monash University, where she contributes significantly to research, education, and policy in maternal and critical care. She joined Monash in 2021 after a distinguished career spanning clinical practice, research, and academic leadership.
Education:
- PhD in Nursing, The University of Melbourne (awarded 2008)
- Graduate Diploma in Education (1994)
- Graduate Diploma in Critical Care Nursing (1992)
- Graduate Certificate in Advanced Learning & Leadership (2009)
Her research focuses on severe maternal morbidity, maternal health, critical care, midwifery, workforce retention, and implementation science. She employs both quantitative and qualitative methodologies to improve health systems for critically ill pregnant and postnatal women. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and education.
The recent publications highlight a strong trend in maternal health system improvements, early warning systems, workforce studies in ICU, and innovative applications of AI and NLP in maternity care. Her research bridges clinical practice, education, and policy, with increasing emphasis on climate change impacts and digital health solutions.
Scientific Awards:
- Life Membership of the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (2023)
- Monash Nursing and Midwifery 2023 Excellence Award
- The Peter Hicks Fellowship Award (2023)
- Vice Chancellor's Education Excellence Award for Programs that Enhance Learning (2024)
Wendy Pollock actively supervises Master’s and PhD students and leads major research projects, including national workforce surveys and educational innovations. She is a key contributor to the Australasian Maternity Outcomes Surveillance System (AMOSS) and frequently engages in public lectures and conference organization. Her work is supported by institutional and collaborative grants focused on improving ICU and maternity care systems.
She is involved in research teams and networks focused on maternal health, critical care nursing, and healthcare education, contributing to both national and international collaborations.
