Bayside Health Service Research Symposium 2026
Description
Join us for a day of innovation at the sixth annual Bayside Health Service Research Symposium!
Calling all clinicians, researchers, and health professionals — join us as we spotlight the latest breakthroughs shaping the future of health.
This year’s theme is Inclusive research for health equity, highlighting the importance of collaboration, diversity, and community engagement in advancing meaningful health outcomes for all.
Whether you’re joining us in-person or online, dive into inspiring ideas and actionable insights designed to make a difference.
Program includes:
Keynote addresses from Professor Roxanne Bainbridge and Dr Ya-Ling Huang
Oral Presentations & Poster Exhibition plus awards
Catered morning tea and lunch for in-person attendees + free barista coffee!
Register now to secure a seat at this exciting event!
Lineup
Keynote: Professor Roxanne Bainbridge
Gunggari/Kunja Medical Anthropologist, University of Queensland Professor Roxanne Bainbridge's work focuses on improving health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. She leads research that brings together Indigenous knowledges, systems science, implementation science and biomedical approaches to better understand and improve health systems. Roxanne examines how culture, social structures, power and policy influence health, healthcare and health outcomes. Her work identifies opportunities to address inequities and support meaningful health system reform. She is committed to translating research into practical solutions that strengthen health services, inform policy and improve care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Roxanne is recognised for her transdisciplinary approach, which brings together diverse perspectives to improve the design, delivery and impact of healthcare.
Keynote: Dr Ya-Ling Huang
Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing and Midwifery at Griffith University Dr Ya-Ling Huang's research focuses on evidence-based practice and health services research to improve patient outcomes and strengthen the delivery of healthcare services. Ya-Ling has expertise in the areas of cultural and social influences on health, palliative and end-of-life care, chronic conditions, and the healthcare needs of culturally and linguistically diverse communities. She is committed to translating research into practice to support high-quality, person-centred care and to improve health outcomes across diverse populations. Throughout her nursing career, Ya-Ling has held teaching, clinical and research roles and has been recognised for her contributions to research excellence, professional nursing practice and student learning. Her awards include: - Vice Chancellor Award for Research Excellence: Inspiring Researcher (Dean's Nomination), Southern Cross University - Registered Nurse Expert Level, Nursing and Midwifery Professional Recognition Program, Gold Coast Health - Excellence in Supporting Learning Recognition Award for outstanding contribution to undergraduate nursing student learning, Metro South Health.
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