Everyone requires healthcare over a lifetime. The topic is of particular importance for those living regionally, where healthcare is facing several pressing challenges.
The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) will bring together leading health experts to explore innovative solutions for sustainable, high-quality regional health outcomes at its upcoming Thought Leadership Series event, the Future of Health in the Regions on July 11.
Professor Jeff Dunn AO – a recognised World Cancer Leader – will moderate the panel discussion.
“We will cover vital themes such as mental health reform, digital transformation, and workforce sustainability, all of which are essential to the future of healthcare in regional areas,” Professor Dunn said.
“The event provides a platform for us to delve into the challenges and opportunities in regional healthcare, fostering a collaborative approach to driving improvements.”
The expert panel includes:
• Adjunct Professor Shelley Nowlan, Deputy National Rural Health Commissioner
• Ivan Frkovic, Queensland Mental Health Commissioner
• Annette Scott, Health Service Chief Executive at Darling Downs Health
• Dr Tony Bayliss, Chair, Darling Downs and West Moreton Board
• Professor Sonja March, Director, Centre for Health Research, UniSQ
Queensland Mental Health Commissioner Ivan Frkovic said he was excited to contribute to the discussion.
“I’m very much looking forward to being a part of this important conversation and shining a light on mental health in our rural and regional areas and where we need to do better so these communities can continue to thrive into the future,” Mr Frkovic said.
He said a significant portion of the Australian population lived outside major cities and their health needs needed to be adequately supported.
“We’ve got to, at a government, non-for-profit, private and even community level, think about the way we design and deliver services to ensure equitable access to services now and into the future as our regional populations continue to grow,” he said.
“Key to this is leveraging the expertise of these areas and local knowledge to provide and grow place-based and-community-led solutions”.
NOTE: Media interviews are available today (Thursday 11 July) between 5.00-5.45pm, or earlier upon request. To arrange an interview, please get in contact.
What: Future of Health in the Regions Thought Leadership Series event
When: Thursday 11 July 2024. Doors open at 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start.
Where: UniSQ Toowoomba campus, B Block
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