HERMU researchers win Metro North’s Health Services and Implementation Research Award 2018
A/Prof Tracy Comans and Nicole Moretto from UQ’s Health Economics Research & Modelling Unit were awarded Winner of the Health Services and Implementation Research Award at the 2018 Metro North Research Excellence Awards for their achievements as part of the Physiotherapy Screening Clinics Research team.
Over the past five years, the Neurosurgery and Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Screening Clinics Research team have demonstrated the cost-effectiveness of Physiotherapy Screening Clinics. Using their highly specialised modelling skills, the team implemented, computer-based simulation modelling that allowed decision makers to determine the scale and optimal mix of services required to address outpatient demand. Their innovative work has influenced a new investment of approximately $6.5 million in changes to service delivery statewide, improving patient access to high-quality, non-surgical care and reducing waiting times.