Research Symposium 2024 was hosted on the 18th and 19th of July, at Australian Catholic University, Brisbane campus. This symposium’s theme, “Influence and Inspire: Advancing the Paramedicine Research Agenda for Australasia,” reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in paramedic research. The goal of this symposium was to highlight the crucial role of paramedic research in shaping and advancing emergency care.

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Paramedics perception of frequent users in Australian ambulance services (POFAS)

Frequent users of ambulance services are on the rise within ambulance services globally. While there has been increasing research exploring the characteristics of frequent users and interventions to reduce calls in multiple countries and services, little is known about how paramedics perceive frequent users. The main objective of the POFAS study is to explore Australian Paramedics’ perceptions of frequent users and inform further research, as well as identify strategies recommended by paramedics to reduce the impact of frequent ambulance users.

Biography: Stephanie Nixon

Stephanie is a rural QLD paramedic with over ten years of experience. Stephanie is completing her final subject for her masters of paramedicine (Extended Care) and writes quarterly for the ACP response magazine. Stephanie has an interest in research and is currently involved in multiple research projects looking to improve patient outcomes/experiences.

Session moderator: Dr Ben Meadley, ASM, PhD, FACPara, Adjunct Associate Professor, Monash University and Intensive Care Flight Paramedic (Ambulance Victoria)