Public Health and Health Systems Research Group

The Public Health and Health Systems Research Group at the School of Optometry & Vision Science is a diverse group of researchers united by our common goals of:

Preventing vision impairment by improving access to eye care.
Expanding innovative and cost-effective models of eye care delivery.
Enhancing independence and quality of life of people affected by vision loss.
Promoting evidence-based and patient-centred eye care.

Key skills and expertise within this research group include:

Epidemiology and Biostatistics.
Quantitative and Qualitative Methods.
Systematic Reviews.
Health Systems Research.
Implementation Science.
Advisory to government and peak professional bodies.

Our major areas of research include:

Epidemiology of eye diseases in Australia.
Epidemiology of corneal and contact lens related infection.
Health outcomes and community costs of eye infections.
Measurement of quality, access and delivery of eye care, by disadvantaged populations, school age children and people with low vision.
Continuing education in optometry.
Access to public cataract services.
Mental health services for people with vision loss.
Innovative models of eye care delivery including collaborative and integrated care for chronic eye diseases including age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy.