Medical Research Funding Boosts Redland Hospital Staff
Redland Hospital’s staff have received a notable boost in medical research funding, securing close to $20,000 to advance critical studies.
Clinical Nurse Kendall Williams and Senior Medical Officer Dr Yit Jian Lee are the latest recipients of this financial support, granted by the Queensland Research Program, an initiative of the Emergency Medicine Foundation.
Promising Start for Budding Researchers
Greg Nolan, Bayside Health Service Executive Director, expressed his delight at the news. “Congratulations to Kendall and Jian who received Emerge grants, designed specifically for healthcare workers beginning their research careers,” he said.
This funding aims to nurture early-stage researchers, helping them develop essential skills and connections in the medical research community.
Impactful Studies Underway
Kendall Williams is investigating the Geriatric Emergency Department Initiative (GEDI) and its impact on older patients presenting with delirium. “Our study compares the outcomes of patients who received GEDI care versus those who did not, aiming to enhance recovery rates and reduce hospital burdens,” she explained.
Meanwhile, Dr Lee’s research focuses on managing hypertensive urgencies in the Emergency Department. “This project will look at how we treat patients with severe high blood pressure who are at risk but not yet experiencing major complications like heart attacks or strokes,” he stated.
Future Implications for Healthcare
Both studies have significant potential to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare processes. Kirsten Strudwick, Bayside Health Service Academic Research Manager, emphasised the broader impact of these grants.
“These research grants will help them to develop their research skills and build relationships with other researchers and mentors.
Their projects will help to promote research and build capacity within their department, at the same time having positive implications on the care we provide to patients presenting to the Emergency Department.”
This medical research funding boost underscores Redland Hospital’s commitment to advancing healthcare through research, promising future success and improved patient care outcomes.
