
Researcher and consultant
Research

Publications
The following publications form part of a broader research program focused on developing practical workplace strategies to prevent burnout among veterinary nurses and technicians.
Workplace strategies to reduce burnout in veterinary nurses and technicians: A Delphi study
This study used expert consensus to develop practical strategies for reducing burnout in veterinary nurses and technicians. It identifies key workplace barriers and proposes 39 solutions focused on improving leadership, communication, and team culture to support wellbeing and retention.
Understanding veterinary technician burnout, part 2: addressing veterinary technician burnout requires tailored organizational well-being initiatives
This study explores what veterinary technicians believe causes burnout and what helps them feel supported at work. It highlights the need for more tailored, evidence-based wellness strategies in clinics to improve team wellbeing and retention.
Understanding veterinary technician burnout, part 1: burnout profiles reveal high workload and lack of support are among major workplace contributors to burnout
This study identifies common burnout profiles among veterinary technicians and examines how workplace factors,including high workload and lack of support, contribute to burnout. It identifies the need for clinics to take action to improve staff wellbeing and retention.
Conferences

I have been honoured to be able to share my research at national and international conferences including:
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Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia (VNCA) Conference
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British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) Congress
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Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Mind Matters Research Symposium
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The VetExpo
Upcoming conferences:
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VNCA Conference 2026 - March 25th – 27th Brisbane https://www.vnca.asn.au/education/32nd-vnca-conference/
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