Introduction to PAthway of CarE for People with Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions Living in Rural & Regional AUSTRALIA (PACE-RURAL)

Upskilling Rural Allied Health Professionals in Musculoskeletal Care

Date: Wednesday 21 May
Time: 12.30 – 1.30 PM
Presenter: Dr Katie de Luca, Chiropractor and Researcher

Join us for a special online session showcasing PACE RURAL—a national research project designed to support and upskill rural and regional allied health professionals in the management of complex musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions.

This innovative program includes a specific focus on the North Coast of NSW and offers local allied health professionals the opportunity to access specialist support and high-quality professional development.

Why attend?
As an allied health professional in our region, you’re invited to be part of this important initiative. Participants will have the chance to:

• Enhance their clinical skills in chronic MSK care

• Collaborate with MSK specialists via telehealth

• Join a national community of practice

• Improve client outcomes through evidence-informed care

About the PACE RURAL Project:
Led by the University of Sydney and delivered across eight rural regions (including the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast), the project invites AHPs to first deliver usual care, and then take part in tailored upskilling to deliver specialist MSK services. The model blends telehealth support, structured learning, and collaborative practice to elevate rural healthcare delivery.

“Being part of the PACE RURAL study offers rural clinicians a rare opportunity to work alongside MSK specialists and contribute to research that could transform rural practice.”
— Dr Katie de Luca

About the Presenter:
Dr Katie de Luca is a chiropractor with 14 years of clinical experience in South West Rocks. She is an Associate Professor at CQUniversity and Chair of the World Federation of Chiropractic’s Disability and Rehabilitation Committee. A respected researcher with over 70 peer-reviewed publications, Dr de Luca is a senior investigator in the PACE RURAL project.