Staff Profile
Career Summary
Biography
Having qualified as a diagnostic radiographer over 30 years ago, I have worked in both public hospitals and private practices in NSW. My particular clinical expertise has spanned computed tomography and accident and emergency imaging. I left full-time clinical practice to pursue an academic career at the University of Newcastle in 1989 and was Discipline Head of Medical Radiation Science (MRS) from 1997 to 2001. In 2003 I relocated to Tamworth with the advent of the University Department of Rural Health - Northern NSW, where I am currently Associate Professor and Deputy Director (UDRH). From the beginning of 2012, my position is based in Taree.
My research pursuits over the years have included radiation dosimetry, reducing patient anxiety in MRI, and low back pain rehabilitation studies, as well as educational and rural health research. In 1996 I completed a Master of Science degree by research in 'Radiation Dose in Computed Tomography of the Head with Reference to Scanning Protocol' and in 2006 completed a PhD in 'Remote X-ray Operator Radiography: A Case Study in Interprofessional Rural Clinical Practice'. Since 2000, I have had over 35 peer-reviewed papers published in various national and international journals. My current research focuses on rural health workforce issues, with particular interest in the development of new models of care that incorporate interprofessional education and practice.
I have a strong interest in rural and remote health care, especially as it relates to the delivery of medical imaging services. Since 1993, I have coordinated the NSW Remote X-ray Operators Licensing Course and I have maintained an interest in this field on a national level.
Qualifications
- PhD (Medical Radiation Science), University of Newcastle, 12/12/2006
- Diploma of Applied Science (MRT), University of Newcastle
- Master of Science, University of Newcastle, 16/05/1997
- Bachelor of Science, University of Newcastle, 05/05/1984
Research
Research keywords
- Advanced Practice
- Health Professions
- Interprofessional Collaboration
Research expertise
I have expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, with a focus of rural health issues and particularly the delivery of medical radiation services in rural and remote areas. My research experience also includes enquiry into interprofessional collaboration and team-based care in a variety of practice setting, and into the development of health care roles that extend practitioners beyond their traditional occupational boundaries.
Languages
- English
Fields of Research
| Code | Description | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 111799 | Public Health And Health Services Not Elsewhere Classified | 45 |
| 110320 | Radiology And Organ Imaging | 40 |
| 111299 | Oncology And Carcinogenesis Not Elsewhere Classified | 15 |
Memberships
Body relevant to professional practice.
- Fellow - Australian Institute of Radiography
Editorial Board.
- Editor - Radiography
Awards
Distinction.
| 2009 | Nicholas Outtersider Memorial Medallion Australian Institute of Radiography (Australia) Services to the profession |
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Invitations
| Radiographers and evidenced-based medical imaging UK Radiology Congress, Wembly Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom (Keynote Address) | 2001 |
| The current and future roles of medical radiation professionals New Zealand Institute of Medical Radiation Technology , New Zealand (Keynote Address) | 2002 |
| A Model of Advanced Practice in Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Therapy in Australia RANZCR/AIR/FRO/ACPSEM, Brisbane, Australia (Keynote Address) | 2009 |
Administrative
Administrative expertise
I have extensive administrative experience both within and outside the tertiary education system. I current serve on a range of professional boards and committees, including:
• Honorary Treasurer, Board of Directors, Australian Rural Health Education Network (ARHEN)
• Chair, Rural Interprofessional Education Network (RIPEN), Australian Rural Health Education Network (ARHEN)
• Associate Editor (International), Radiography, official journal of the UK Society of Radiographers
• Chair, Rural and Remote Practitioners Advisory Panel (RRPAP), Australian Institute of Radiography
• Chair, Advanced Practitioners Advisory Panel (APAP), Australian Institute of Radiography
Teaching
Teaching keywords
- Diagnostic Radiography
- Medical Imaging
- Medical Radiation Science
Teaching expertise
My principal area of teaching is in medical radiation science, particularly diagnostic medical imaging. I also have a strong interest in the delivery of teaching and learning opportunities in rural and remote locations, as well as in the extensions of student and graduate knowledge, skills and abilities beyond the tradiational limitations of health care roles. I also have extensive experience in teaching research skills to health professionals in rural areas.
Grants and Funding
Summary
| Number of grants | 9 |
|---|---|
| Total funding | $468,117 |
For project grants received where the lead institution is other than the University of Newcastle, details are shown in italics.
Click on a grant title below to expand the full details for that specific grant.
2011 (1 grants)
Investigation of access to the needle syringe program in rural and remote areas of the Hunter New England region$136,191
Funding Body: Hunter New England Area Health Service
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Karin Fisher, Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $136,191 | 2011 | 2012 |
| GNo:G1100867 | ||
2009 (1 grants)
The development of web-based resources for rural and remote health professionals to support chronic disease self-management$49,473
Funding Body: Department of Health and Ageing
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Chronic Disease Self-management/Lifestyle and Risk Modification Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $49,473 | 2009 | 2010 |
| GNo:G0190574 | ||
2003 (1 grants)
2003 National Conference of the New Zealand Institute of Medical Radiation Technology New Zealand 15-17 August 2003$947
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Travel Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $947 | 2003 | 2003 |
| GNo:G0183234 | ||
2001 (3 grants)
Development of a Flexible Teaching and Learning Package for General Practitioner (GP) and Nurse(RN) Remote X-ray Operators.$33,563
Funding Body: Commonwealth Department of Health & Aged Care
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Rural Health Support Education & Training (RHSET) | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $33,563 | 2001 | 2001 |
| GNo:G0180432 | ||
Redevelopment of the Remote X-Ray Operators Licensing Course.$31,189
Funding Body: NSW Ministry of Health
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| State Services Development Branch Funding | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $31,189 | 2001 | 2001 |
| GNo:G0181596 | ||
Visit of Dr Pauline Reeves from 18 February 2002 to 29 March 2002$3,700
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Visitor Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $3,700 | 2001 | 2001 |
| GNo:G0181635 | ||
1998 (1 grants)
Preparing patients for a potentially threatening investigation: a comparison of strategies$51,208
Funding Body: NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council)
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor Billie Bonevski, Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Project Grant | Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $51,208 | 1998 | 1999 |
| GNo:G0177151 | ||
1996 (1 grants)
The centre for remote and rural radiography, NSW$160,627
Funding Body: Commonwealth Department of Health & Aged Care
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Rural Health Support Education & Training (RHSET) | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $160,627 | 1996 | 1998 |
| GNo:G0175544 | ||
1995 (1 grants)
10th Euro-African Conference of the International Society of Rediographers and Radiologic Technologists - The Hague - from 16 - 20 October$1,219
Funding Body: University of Newcastle
| Project Team | ||
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Anthony Smith | ||
| Scheme | Role | |
| Travel Grant | Chief Investigator | |
| Total Amount | Funding Start | Funding Finish |
| $1,219 | 1995 | 1995 |
| GNo:G0175505 | ||
Research Supervision
| Number of current supervisions | 0 |
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For supervisions undertaken at an institution other that the University of Newcastle, details are shown in italics, and the institution name is listed below the program name.
Past Supervision
| Year | Program | Supervisor Type | Research Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | M MedSc (Med Radiation Sc) [R] | Principal Supervisor | The Side of a Radial Annular Tear on CT Discography and the Side of the Patient's Symptoms: Is There a Correlation? |
| 2004 | M MedSc (Med Radiation Sc) [R] | Principal Supervisor | Evaluation of the Health Status of Chronic Low Back Pain Patients Undergoing a Functional Restoration Program |
Dr Anthony Smith
| Work Phone | (02) 6515 1912 |
|---|---|
| Cell / Mobile Phone | 0466 440 037 |
| Fax | (02) 6515 1901 |
| Tony.Smith@newcastle.edu.au | |
| Position | Deputy Director University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health Faculty of Health and Medicine |
| Focus Area | Medical Imaging |
| Office | Manning Education Centre, Taree, UDRH&RCS - Northern NSW 69A High St Taree NSW 2430, Manning Rural Referral Hospital, Taree |
| URL: | www.newcastle.edu.au/profile/tony-smith |
