Biography and expertise

Biography

Alex is a podiatrist and lecturer with an interest in preventative foot care. Alex gained her PhD through the University of Newcastle in 2016 examining pathological processes of the diabetic foot. Since, she has held a lecturer role at Southern Cross University, teaching into the podiatry, pedorthics and honours programs.

Alex's work contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals

Source: Scopus

Research

Alex researches foot screening techniques for peripheral arterial disease, preventative footwear, diabetes-related foot complications, and embedding research skills into health workforces. She uses a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Teaching

Alex teaches a wide range of podiatry topics including high risk foot management, anatomy, orthotic therapy, and interprofessional practice using online learning and blended approaches. She also co-ordinates the School of Health & Human Sciences Honours program.

Other

Member of Diabetes Australia

Member of the Australian Podiatry Association

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Organisational affiliations

Allied Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, Southern Cross University

Lecturer, Faculty of Health, Southern Cross University

Past affiliations

Course Coordinator, School of Health and Human Sciences, Southern Cross University

Education

University of Newcastle, Australia
BHlthSci
University of Newcastle, Australia
PhD
University of Newcastle, Australia
2009, BPod
Data Science (Applied)
Graduate Certificate , The University of Adelaide (Australia, Adelaide)