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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The rise of consensus methodology in paramedicine research: a bibliographic analysis

Consensus-based studies appear to be increasingly common in paramedicine research. Recent analyses in other disciplines describe great diversity in methods characterised by frequent modifications. Despite its methodological amenability, rigour must be maintained to ensure meaningful robust outputs. This research involved a bibliographic analysis of published research reporting the use of a consensus methodology in the pre-hospital context. The findings of this research suggest that there may be a need for stronger methodological guidance within the paramedicine research space to ensure quality, and stronger engagement with reporting guidelines to ensure completeness and transparency.

Biography: Rachael Vella

Rachael (BMedSci, BHlthSci(Paramedic), MRes) is a Lecturer in Paramedicine at Western Sydney University. Her research interests focus on incorporating technology-enhanced methods of simulation within healthcare education to better prepare students for real-world practice. Her PhD will focus on the incorporation of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to enhance simulation feedback and assessment. Additionally, Rachael is a registered paramedic and maintains clinical practice through employment with New South Wales Ambulance.

Session moderator: Biran Haskins, Resarch Symposium 2024, Committee Member