Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute Limited
Adolescent Intervention : Guide for Clinicians
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NSW 2522
ihmri.org.au
The Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute Limited (IHMRI) was an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing health and medical research in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia. It operated as a charitable institution with a focus on supporting research initiatives aimed at improving community health outcomes.
History and Operations
Established to foster collaboration between academic and clinical research sectors, IHMRI was originally a joint initiative between the University of Wollongong (UOW) and the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD). The institute provided affiliate researchers with various services and resources to facilitate medical and health research, applying all donations directly to support these activities.
In June 2022, the IHMRI Board, in coordination with its founding partners, decided to formally close the institute. However, prior to closure, IHMRI had revised its strategic focus to concentrate primarily on clinical trials and translational research — bridging laboratory discoveries with medical practice — specifically targeting key health issues within the Illawarra-Shoalhaven community. This strategic realignment aimed to enhance collaboration and optimize research outputs benefiting regional healthcare, with ongoing support from UOW in terms of facilities and grant administration[1][3][4][5].
Governance
IHMRI was governed by a board of directors comprising representatives from both founding partners and independent members. The board included two directors from the University of Wollongong, two from the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, and five independent directors. The institute also had notable figures in leadership positions over time, including various chairpersons and executive directors.
Governance Structure
- Board Chairpersons included George Edgar, Alan Pettigrew, Tim Berry (Acting), and Stephen Andersen OAM.
- Executive Directors over the years were Don Iverson, Xu-Feng Huang (Acting), Mike Calford, Brett Garner (Acting), Alan Pettigrew (Acting), and David Adams.
- The Chief Operating Officer role was held by Sue Baker-Finch and later Kara Lamond.
- The institute’s patron was Dame Bridget Ogilvie AC, DBE, ScD, FRS, FAA, a distinguished figure in medical science and research[2].
Legacy
Though the Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute Limited formally ceased operations in 2022, its impact on regional health research remains significant. The institute’s dedication to advancing translational research and facilitating clinical trials has helped lay the groundwork for ongoing medical innovation in the Illawarra region. The University of Wollongong continues to support biomedical and translational research endeavors in the region, maintaining the momentum initiated by IHMRI.
This summary captures the organizational purpose, history, governance, and legacy of the Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute Limited as a key health research entity in New South Wales, Australia.
[1] https://www.uow.edu.au/science-medicine-health/research/ihmri-closure/ [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illawarra_Health_&_Medical_Research_Institute [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/abb8b4f6-39af-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd/profile [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/abb8b4f6-39af-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd/documents/71bcacf2-758d-ed11-81ad-002248933dda [5] https://www.uow.edu.au/media/2022/illawarra-health-and-medical-research-institute-revises-strategic-direction.php
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🌟 Thank you, Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute, for creating such an invaluable resource! Supporting clinicians in addressing the mental health needs of young people is vital for a healthier future. 🧠❤️detail |
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👩⚕️ This guide is a game changer for educators and clinicians alike! It's so important to equip our frontliners with the right tools to help our youth facing mental health challenges. Together, we can make a difference! 🙌💪detail |
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1. How can we improve the training for clinicians to better recognize and address the specific needs of adolescents with complex mental health issues in both school and community settings?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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2. What role do parents and caregivers play in the successful implementation of strategies outlined in the Adolescent Intervention Guide, and how can we support them in this process?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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Adolescent Intervention Guide for Clinicians University of WollongongProject Air Strategy Adolescent Intervention Guide for Clinicians University of Wollongong and Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute. Wollongong 2018 100p. The aim of this guide is to support clinicians to implement effective evidence based practices to respond to complex mental health presentations in young people in both school and community mental health settings. This guide builds on previous work undertaken in Project Air Strategy for Schools which included the development of a guide for teachers titled Working with young people with complex mental health issues and the professional development of education staff to help schools to effectively identify respond support and refer students with severe and complex mental health concerns particularly personality disorder and manage challenging behaviours common in this population particularly selfharm.
