Mrs Leah Cramp
Associate Lecturer
School of Health Sciences
- Email:leah.cramp@newcastle.edu.au
- Phone:0249216381
Career Summary
Biography
Leah graduated from the University of Newcastle (UON) with a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy) in 2008. She worked clinically as a Radiation Therapist for close to ten years, presenting her research at a number of conferences and being awarded Best Poster Presentation Winner in 2012, before embarking on an academic career as an Associate Lecturer in Radiation Therapy at UON where her passion for student education is admired.
In 2019 Leah completed a Certificate in Teaching and Fundamentals in University Teaching Certificate through UON, expanding her enthusiasm for the growth and development of others through the creation of inclusive, dynamic and encouraging learning environments.
Leah's extensive clinical experience has made her a core member of the UON's Global Centre for Research and Training in Radiation Oncology as the Outreach Program Manager. With a focus on future student engagement and opportunity for industry sustainability, Leah enjoys showcasing a career in radiation therapy by participating in career expos and touring laboratory spaces to over 2000 high school students a year.
Leah is a devoted patient advocate and is currently undertaking a Higher Degree by Research with a focus on improving global Radiation Therapy utilisation through the development of an education program for General Practitioners on Radiation Oncology. Leah hopes to provide global equitable access to the educational program moving towards closing the gap in radiation oncology education for referring doctors, providing direct alignment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science, University of Newcastle
Keywords
- Education
- General Practitioner Radiation Oncology Education
- Medical Radiation Science
- Radiation Oncology
- Radiation Oncology Education
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiotherapy
- Radiotherapy Utilisation
- Utilisation
Languages
- English (Mother)
Fields of Research
| Code | Description | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 321110 | Radiation therapy | 100 |
Professional Experience
UON Appointment
| Title | Organisation / Department |
|---|---|
| Associate Lecturer | University of Newcastle School of Health Sciences Australia |
Academic appointment
| Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
|---|---|---|
| 15/10/2018 - | Associate Lecturer | College Health, Medicine and Wellbeing - The University of Newcastle (Australia) Medical Radiation Science - Radiation Therapy Australia |
| 4/1/2016 - 29/12/2017 |
Sessional Lecturer - Medical Radiation Science; Radiation Therapy Develop and deliver radiation therapy methods coursework. Exam and assignment design and marking. Support and guidance of students in all aspects of radiation therapy and university lifestyle. |
Charles Sturt University Australia |
Professional appointment
| Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
|---|---|---|
| 1/1/2010 - 26/10/2018 |
Radiation Therapist (Level 2) Clinical Radiation Therapist responsible for the safe and accurate delivery of ionising radiation to cancer patients. Working proficiently in all areas of simulation, planning and treatment ensuring excellence in patient care. Clinical supervision and training of radiation therapy students. Project workgroup member responsible for study design, protocol development, literature review, data collection and analysis. |
Mid North Coast Cancer Institute Australia |
| 5/1/2009 - 1/1/2010 |
PDY Radiation Therapist Student radiation therapist. Experience in all aspects of radiation therapy simulation, planning and treatment. |
Calvery Mater Newcastle Hospital Australia |
Awards
Award
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2021 |
College of Health Medicine and Wellbeing Celebrating Staff Success - Industry Engagement and Collaboration College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
| 2013 |
MNC LHD Health Innovation Award - Cancer Services Mid North Coast Local Health District |
Prize
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2013 |
AIR ASMMIRT - Best Poster Presentation Winner Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy |
Teaching
| Code | Course | Role | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRSC4050 |
MRS Transition to Practice College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 1/1/2019 - 31/7/2020 |
| MRSC2250 |
Radiation Therapy Methods IIB College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 1/1/2021 - 31/12/2023 |
| MRSC4270 |
Radiation Therapy Professional Practice IVB College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 1/8/2019 - 31/12/2020 |
| MRSC2220 |
Radiation Therapy Professional Practice IIA College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 1/1/2021 - 31/12/2023 |
| MRSC2200 |
Radiation Therapy Methods II College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 1/1/2021 - 31/12/2023 |
| MRS100 |
Medical radiation Science Charles Sturt University Sessional lecturing in Medical Radiation Science. Lecture and coursework development and assessment creation. Assessment marking and evaluation. |
Sessional Lecturer- Medical Radiation Science | 4/1/2016 - 29/12/2017 |
| MRSC1201 |
Basic Radiation Therapy Methods IB College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 15/10/2018 - 31/12/2020 |
| MRSC1220 |
Radiation Therapy Professional Practice IB College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 15/10/2018 - 31/12/2020 |
| MRSC4220 |
Radiation Therapy Professional Practice IVA College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 1/1/2019 - 31/7/2020 |
| MRSC2270 |
Radiation Therapy Professional Practice IIB College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle |
Course Coordinator | 1/1/2021 - 31/12/2023 |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Journal article (3 outputs)
| Year | Citation | Altmetrics | Link | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 |
Cramp L, Burrows T, Surjan Y, 'Perceived barriers and facilitators affecting utilisation of radiation therapy services: Scoping review findings - Patient and department level influences.', Radiother Oncol, 204 (2025) [C1]
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| 2024 |
Cramp L, Burrows T, Surjan Y, 'Perceived barriers and facilitators affecting utilisation of radiation therapy services: Scoping review findings - Health professional influences', RADIOTHERAPY AND ONCOLOGY, 199 (2024) [C1]
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Open Research Newcastle | |||||||||
| 2016 |
Cramp L, Connors V, Wood M, Westhuyzen J, McKay M, Greenham S, 'Use of a prospective cohort study in the development of a bladder scanning protocol to assist in bladder filling consistency for prostate cancer patients receiving radiation therapy', Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences, 63 179-185 (2016) [C1]
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News
News • 2 Nov 2022
Collaboration key to elevating cancer care globally
The Hunter is poised to elevate the standard of cancer care around the world with the establishment of a specialised radiation oncology centre at the University of Newcastle.
Mrs Leah Cramp
Position
Associate Lecturer
School of Health Sciences
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
Contact Details
| leah.cramp@newcastle.edu.au | |
| Phone | 0249216381 |
Office
| Room | ICT310 |
|---|---|
| Building | Health Education Research Building |
| Location | Callaghan Campus University Drive Callaghan, NSW 2308 Australia |