Australian Health Journal

REACHING NEW IMMUNE HEALTH FRONTIERS THROUGH COLLABORATIONS & INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT

With
Professor Jason Tye-Din, Gastroenterologist,
Royal Melbourne Hospital @TheRMH &
Director, Snow Centre for Immune Health &
Head of the Coeliac Research Laboratory at WEHI @WEHI_research

PEOPLE IN HEALTH CARE SEGMENT
Filmed in Melbourne | November 2026

Professor Jason Tye-Din is head of the Coeliac Research Laboratory at WEHI and a gastroenterologist at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH). His expertise spans the immune mechanisms of coeliac disease, clinical care of patients with coeliac and gluten-related disorders, diagnostic discovery as well as pre-clinical and clinical drug development.

His work aims to improve the health and quality of life of people suffering gastrointestinal immune diseases, particularly those caused by gluten and other foods.

He is a Principal Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne, Honorary Research Fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute @MCRI_for_kids and is involved in multiple leadership and advisory roles, including to the World Health Organization and industry.

As a recognised leader in immunology and translational science, Professor Tye-Din’s research has been widely published. Most recently, he led the development of a ground-breaking blood test that has the potential to transform the way coeliac disease is diagnosed.

Source: WEHI Website and supplied

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PHYSIOTHERAPIST-LED CARE FOR MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS IN THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Model of care study reduces time in ED when receiving standard care, earlier treatment and other outcomes

With
Associate Professor Gustavo Machado
University of Sydney @Sydney_Uni &
NHMRC Principal Research Fellow,
Institute for Musculoskeletal Health @msk_health

SEGMENT
Filmed in Sydney | October 2026

Associate Professor Gustavo Machado is a leading physiotherapist, health services researcher, and advocate for evidence-based reform in musculoskeletal and emergency care. He holds prestigious fellowships from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC EL2 Investigator) and The University of Sydney (Robinson Fellow). Based at the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, he leads an innovative research program transforming how back pain and musculoskeletal conditions are managed across emergency, hospital and virtual care settings.

RESHAP-ED trialled new ways to reduce crowding across busy emergency departments (EDs), by testing whether physiotherapists could provide care for people with muscle, joint and bone conditions in the ED, while also ensuring safe and effective treatment.

RESHAP-ED included 1,475 patients across five EDs in NSW. Patients received care from a physiotherapist or conventional doctor- or nurse-led care. Patients treated by physiotherapists spent an average of 2.4 hours in the ED compared with 3.4 hours for those receiving standard care. They were seen and treated sooner, were three times more likely to receive care within recommended triage timeframes, and 90% went home within four hours. Patients were more satisfied with their care, while pain levels, quality of life and safety outcomes were similar between both groups. The model also reduced healthcare costs by $35 per patient.

Study collaboration partners included Australasian College for Emergency Medicine, Sydney Local Health District, Northern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney Health Partners and Australian Physiotherapy Association @apaphysio

If scaled across NSW, this approach could save an estimated $19 million each year and free up more than 540,000 hours in EDs, while maintaining safe, high-quality patient care.

The study has been published in Lancet doi.org/10.1016/ S0140-6736(26)01327-9,

Sigera C, Campos T, Coombs D et al. Physiotherapist-led care for musculoskeletal conditions in the emergency department (RESHAP-ED): a randomised controlled trial with economic evaluation The Lancet, 2026; 408, 1326-1336

Source: From University of Sydney biography & 2026 NSW Health Awards Finalist description for Health Research Award @NSWHealth

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PHYSIOTHERAPIST-LED CARE FOR MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS IN THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Model of care study reduces time in ED when receiving standard care, earlier treatment and other outcomes

With
Associate Professor Gustavo Machado
University of Sydney @Sydney_Uni &
NHMRC Principal Research Fellow,
Institute for Musculoskeletal Health @msk_health

SEGMENT
Filmed in Sydney | October 2026

Associate Professor Gustavo Machado is a leading physiotherapist, health services researcher, and advocate for evidence-based reform in musculoskeletal and emergency care. He holds prestigious fellowships from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC EL2 Investigator) and The University of Sydney (Robinson Fellow). Based at the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, he leads an innovative research program transforming how back pain and musculoskeletal conditions are managed across emergency, hospital and virtual care settings.

RESHAP-ED trialled new ways to reduce crowding across busy emergency departments (EDs), by testing whether physiotherapists could provide care for people with muscle, joint and bone conditions in the ED, while also ensuring safe and effective treatment.

RESHAP-ED included 1,475 patients across five EDs in NSW. Patients received care from a physiotherapist or conventional doctor- or nurse-led care. Patients treated by physiotherapists spent an average of 2.4 hours in the ED compared with 3.4 hours for those receiving standard care. They were seen and treated sooner, were three times more likely to receive care within recommended triage timeframes, and 90% went home within four hours. Patients were more satisfied with their care, while pain levels, quality of life and safety outcomes were similar between both groups. The model also reduced healthcare costs by $35 per patient.

Study collaboration partners included Australasian College for Emergency Medicine, Sydney Local Health District, Northern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney Health Partners and Australian Physiotherapy Association @apaphysio

If scaled across NSW, this approach could save an estimated $19 million each year and free up more than 540,000 hours in EDs, while maintaining safe, high-quality patient care.

The study has been published in Lancet doi.org/10.1016/ S0140-6736(26)01327-9,

Sigera C, Campos T, Coombs D et al.
Physiotherapist-led care for musculoskeletal conditions in the emergency department (RESHAP-ED): a randomised controlled trial with economic evaluation
The Lancet, 2026; 408, 1326-1336

Source: From University of Sydney biography & 2026 NSW Health Awards Finalist description for Health Research Award @NSWHealth

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RESEARCH AUSTRALIA AWARDS CELEBRATE RESEARCHERS IN LIFE-CHANGING SCIENCE & DISCOVERY Australia’s health and medical research awards, now in their 22nd year

With
Professor Dawn Freshwater, Chair
Research Australia @ResAustralia

Nadia Levin, CEO @nlsydney
Research Australia @ResAustralia

SEGMENT
Filmed in Sydney | October 2026

For more than two decades, the Research Australia Health & Medical Research Awards have recognised the individuals and teams transforming health outcomes across the country. Now in their 22nd year, these prestigious awards showcase the depth and breadth of Australia’s research and innovation community — from discovery and translation through to commercialisation.

The awards shine a spotlight on the researchers, clinicians, philanthropists and advocates whose work improves lives, strengthens the health system and supports Australia’s global leadership in health and medical research.

This year’s combined 2025–26 awards brought together a field of nominees from across the country, reflecting the remarkable strength and diversity of Australia’s health and medical research community. The Award categories were

- Discovery Award
- Health Services Research Award
- Digital & Data Health Innovation Award
- Advocacy & Philanthropy Award
- Frontiers Award

Australian Health Journal spoke with the Research Australia Chair and CEO immediately following the Awards ceremony.

The winners were announced here researchaustralia.org/australias-hea…

Source: Adapted from Research Australia program for Awards

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CONNECTING STUDENTS WITH CAREERS IN MEDTECH Interactive speed networking session gives students direct access to professionals & insights into their career journeys

With
Laila Abdul Waheed, Associate
Regulatory, Digital and Policy
Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) @MedTechAUS

Thaniya Panapiti,
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist,
Medtronic Australasia

Deema Arraf,
Biomedical Engineering & Commerce Student
University of Sydney &
Student Volunteer
Medical Technology Association of Australia RegConnect Summit 2026

SEGMENT
Filmed in Sydney | October 2026

The Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) is the national peak body representing the MedTech industry. MTAA members deliver technologies spanning surgical robotics, diagnostic imaging, implantables, and digital health. MTAA partners with government, regulators, and clinicians to shape policy, expand patient access, and drive innovation across Australia's health system.

The MedTech Match Student Career Development Session in partnership with Engineers Australia ran alongside MTAA’s RegConnect Summit 2026, and gave student volunteers the opportunity to learn about the Australian MedTech landscape, discussing what the industry looks like, where entry points exist, and how the device lifecycle maps to careers.

In a unique format, 8 pre-selected professionals rotated through small student groups in 8 minute rounds. Conversational and candid, and students heard what the work is really like, across the below fields of clinical affairs, product management, academia, regulatory/quality affairs, sales and marketing, government, service engineering and systems engineering.

Now in its second year, the format connects students directly with the range of professionals in an informal, high-energy speed networking format.

The Australian Health Journal @AUHealthJournal spoke with the MC and 2 participants about the value of speed networking between students and professionals across the medical technology ecosystem. Their interviews highlighted the importance of firsthand industry insights, understanding career pathways and discovering opportunities beyond university study.

– Media access credit: RegConnect 2026 Summit | Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA)

Source: Written by Australian Heath Journal using session description from RegConnect Summit program

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