Overview
Background
Dr Jeanne Marshall is a speech pathologist with expertise in paediatric feeding and swallowing. She is currently employed in a conjoint role between Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service and The University of Queensland. Jeanne’s primary research interest is paediatric feeding disorder, with a particular focus on preventative health in this area. Jeanne has various projects aligned with this concept, across the themes of better diagnostics, early intervention, and awareness and advocacy. Jeanne also has a passion for research translation and building research capacity in the health workforce, working alongside clinicians at Children's Health Queensland to improve care on the front line.
Work Profile: Dr Jeanne Marshall is a Conjoint Senior Research Fellow in speech pathology and an advanced speech pathologist at the Queensland Children's Hospital.
Teaching Themes: Paediatric dysphagia, research methodology, research translation
Research interests: Paediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD); paediatric dysphagia, paediatric trachestomy, complex medical infants and children
Publications: 44 peer-reviewed journal articles and 2 invited editorials. Impact: 412 citations, H-index = 12, average citations per paper = 14.2, field weighted citation impact = 1.61 (2024) (Scopus, May 2025).
Reviewer: International Journal of Speech-Language Pathology; Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health; American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology; Dysphagia; Nutrients
Editorial Boards: Associate Editor for Speech, Language and Hearing
Professional Memberships: Speech Pathology Australia; American Speech Hearing Association International Affiliate
Availability
- Dr Jeanne Marshall is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
Research interests
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Paediatric feeding disorders and dysphagia
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Infant feeding
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Telehealth
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Simulation and workforce education
Research impacts
Paediatric feeding disorders and dysphagia can have a significant impact on short- and long-term health outcomes for children, as well as on the parent-child relationship. Jeanne's research in this area aims to improve the health trajectory for children with these difficulties, from appropriate identification and diagnosis of PFD, to management and ultimately prevention.
Works
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2013
Journal Article
A survey of practice for clinicians working with children with autism spectrum disorders and feeding difficulties
Marshall, Jeanne, Hill, Rebecca J. and Dodrill, Pamela (2013). A survey of practice for clinicians working with children with autism spectrum disorders and feeding difficulties. International Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 15 (3), 279-285. doi: 10.3109/17549507.2013.777972
Funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Jeanne Marshall is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Master Philosophy
Young kids and Understanding Mealtimes (YUM): A co-designed support program for families with children experiencing feeding difficulties
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Nerina Scarinci
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Doctor Philosophy
Paediatric Dysphagia in the Intensive Care Unit: Development and Implementation of a Nursing Led Screening Tool.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Elizabeth Ward
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring a responsive framework in paediatric feeding management
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Emma Crawford
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Doctor Philosophy
Listening and Spoken Language Outcomes and Cochlear Implant Datalogging
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Felipe Retamal Walter, Dr Monique Waite
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Doctor Philosophy
Feeding Behaviours of Young Children with Food Allergy
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Elizabeth Ward, Dr Rebecca Packer
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Doctor Philosophy
Enhancing Paediatric Feeding Practices: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Understanding Family Experiences and Supporting Clinicians
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jacqui Barfoot
Completed supervision
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2026
Doctor Philosophy
The Clinical-Family Interface: Professional Perspectives and Family Experiences in Paediatric Temporary Feeding Tube Management
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Rebecca Packer
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Evaluating telepractice as an assessment model for paediatric feeding and dysphagia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Elizabeth Ward
Media
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