Every year, Mercy Health releases its Research Report that pulls together the incredible work undertaken by our research community across our hospitals and healthy ageing settings.
The Research Report celebrates the power of translational research, which is when findings are taken from clinical trials and applied in the real world to deliver real health benefits. This sits at the heart of Mercy Health’s mission to deliver exceptional quality and innovation. In 2024, our researchers continued to deliver on that mission.
What’s in the report
In the report, the breadth of work conducted across both our health and healthy ageing settings was wide-ranging, including:
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In 2024, we saw the appointment of Professor Brett Manley as Director of Neonatal Research. We saw Werribee Mercy Hospital investing in support for researchers across medical, nursing and allied health disciplines. And we also saw research being conducted in residential aged care homes, with projects focused on improving health outcomes for older Australians.
A spotlight on case studies
Four case studies do an excellent job of bringing to life why research is so important in improving health outcomes for all Australians.
Kristin Feguson, Neonatal Fellow, is exploring whether the speed at which gas is delivered into newborn babies’ lungs, when receiving breathing support, is contributing to lung injury.
Dr Deb Karmakar, Obstetrician Gynaecologist, is harnessing the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) in complex data analysis. His goal: to help improve outcomes for babies who experience oxygen deprivation during labour.
Associate Professor Peter Lange, Geriatrician, is investigating whether delirium screening of older patients at hospital admission is improving detection and leading to better care.
Von Roodenburg, Clinical Trial Coordinator, is undertaking the careful work of finding patients willing to participate in clinical trials and in doing so, is helping to elevate Mercy Health’s growing research culture.
Read the report
Discover more in Mercy Health’s 2024 Research Report
