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PALLIATIVE CARE RESEARCH

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Research that provides evidence based integration of Early Palliative Care

 

Enhancing quality of life for patients

experiencing advanced cancer and their families 

Upcoming Pal-spectives

End of Year Panel

Date + Time: Wed 25 Nov 2026, 4pm AEDT

Topic:   Exploring how we determine 'value' in Palliative Care

On the panel: Health Economist A/Prof Chris Schilling (University of Melbourne), Senior Music Therapist Dr Lucy Forrest (Northern Health) and Nurse Practitioner Steven Pitman (Albury Wodonga Health)

REGISTRATION

Core Areas of Research

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SERVICE MODELS

​Designing and evaluating comprehensive service frameworks like Care Plus for early palliative intervention in advanced cancer and expanding these models to support patients with conditions beyond cancer.

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INNOVATION IN PC

​Developing and testing novel approaches to personalize care delivery, including digital health tools, telehealth solutions, and integrated care models that respond to individual patient needs and preferences.

CLINICAL TRIALS

​Expanding access to clinical trials in palliative care settings, with special focus on symptom management, quality of life measurement, and interdisciplinary approaches to comprehensive care.

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EVOLVING COMMUNITIES

​​Engaging diverse community voices in our research, developing culturally responsive approaches, and partnering with First Nations communities to ensure inclusive and equitable palliative care delivery.

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