Associate Professor Cathy Said

We welcome Associate Professor Cathy Said back on the show this time to speak about her own research, clinical experience and career journey to expert researcher in falls and mobility in neurological and aged populations. Cathy is the Associate Professor of Physiotherapy in a joint partnership between Western Health and the University of Melbourne. She shares her tips on getting into research as a clinician, accessing funding and using technology in research and clinical practice. As always, we find out a little about the person behind the professional success and how she makes it all happen.1.46 - Intro2.20 - Cathy's current role3.35 - Career pathway and developing interest in research5.35 - Part time vs FT PhDPhD9.26 - Transition to community walking post stroke12.04 - Refining PhD question with supervisors14.06 - Walking is not enough - impairments from the PhDImproving falls risk & PA in Neuro & Aged populations18.45 - Tech innovations21.40 - Biofeedback for foot clearance in stroke23.00 - Can it be used in clinical practice?26.59 - Challenges of gait retaining & rehab fitting it all in28.38 - Translating falls evidence to practice in the current model of careClinical Research29.49 - Research grants tips34.06 - NHMRC health professionals training fellowshipCareer progression35.34 - Balancing with life with career progression37.52 - A/prof of physio roles42.20 - Researcher mum life