Overview
Background
I am an accomplished research leader capable of building multidisciplinary teams that develop innovative solutions to complex problems. I have an international reputation for improving health of communities by creating knowledge, translating it into real life scenarios and evaluating improvements for people, health care providers and funders. My work spans primary care, community care, hospital services, allied health, health promotion and wellbeing and health policy.
I have a clinical background as an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian and Exercise Physiologist, which has provided me with an understanding of the way health professionals and their services enable heatlh and wellbeing in people, groups and communities. My research career to date has been exemplary, as evidenced by multiple awards and accolades, including two NHMRC fellowships, a national award for excellence in PhD supervision, fellowships of learned societies and several awards for research excellence.
I am a collaborative, ambitious worker with a strong ability to bring people together and generate large-scale research endeavours that have maximum impact for health and wellbeing.
Availability
- Professor Lauren Ball is:
- Available for supervision
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Fields of research
Works
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2024
Journal Article
Comparing dietary strategies to manage cardiovascular risk in primary care: a narrative review of systematic reviews
Greenwood, Hannah, Barnes, Katelyn, Ball, Lauren and Glasziou, Paul (2024). Comparing dietary strategies to manage cardiovascular risk in primary care: a narrative review of systematic reviews. British Journal of General Practice, 74 (740), e199-e207. doi: 10.3399/bjgp.2022.0564
2024
Journal Article
Exercise care by general practitioners: Providing sustainable solutions for patients living with chronic disease
Ball, Lauren, Keating, Shelley E., Brown, Riley C. C. and Sullivan, Victoria (2024). Exercise care by general practitioners: Providing sustainable solutions for patients living with chronic disease. Australian Journal of General Practice, 53 (3), 99-107. doi: 10.31128/AJGP-05-23-6846
2024
Journal Article
What next for behaviour change professional development in general practice? Insights from an environmental scan and workshops
Brickley, Bryce, Advocat, Jenny, Chai, Tze Lin, Bowden, Mitchell, Rieger, Elizabeth, Ball, Lauren, Ng, Raeann, Gunatillaka, Nilakshi and Sturgiss, Elizabeth Ann (2024). What next for behaviour change professional development in general practice? Insights from an environmental scan and workshops. BJGP Open, 8 (2) 0187, 1-12. doi: 10.3399/bjgpo.2023.0187
2024
Journal Article
What makes a good general practice consultation: an exploratory pilot study with people from a low socioeconomic background
MacPherson, Naomi, Ta, Binh, Ball, Lauren, Gunatillaka, Nilakshi and Sturgiss, Elizabeth Ann (2024). What makes a good general practice consultation: an exploratory pilot study with people from a low socioeconomic background. BJGP Open, 8 (2) BJGPO20230160, 1-11. doi: 10.3399/bjgpo.2023.0160
2024
Journal Article
A changing of the guard: reflecting on the past and looking to the future at JHND
Ball, Lauren and Langley-Evans, Simon (2024). A changing of the guard: reflecting on the past and looking to the future at JHND. Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 37 (2), 393-395. doi: 10.1111/jhn.13272
2024
Book Chapter
Questions about the effects of interventions. Examples of appraisals from different health professions
Gibson, Elizabeth, Ball, Lauren, Bennett, John, Bennett, Sally, Bushell, Mary, Coombes, Jeff, Dobson, Fina, Harnett, Joanna, Jalbert, Isabel, Klupp, Nerida, Long, David, Power, Emma, Thompson, Rachel, Wensley, Cynthia and Wright, Carolyn (2024). Questions about the effects of interventions. Examples of appraisals from different health professions. Evidence-based practice across the health professions. (pp. 77-108) edited by Tammy Hoffmann, Sally Bennett and Christopher Del Mar. Chatswood, NSW, Australia: Elsevier.
2024
Journal Article
Patients’ experiences of and roles in interprofessional collaborative practice in primary care: a constructivist grounded theory study
Davidson, Alexandra R., Morgan, Mark, Ball, Lauren and Reidlinger, Dianne P. (2024). Patients’ experiences of and roles in interprofessional collaborative practice in primary care: a constructivist grounded theory study. Primary Health Care Research & Development, 25 e24, e24. doi: 10.1017/s1463423624000148
2023
Journal Article
Where the joy comes from: a qualitative exploration of deep GP-patient relationships
Thomas, Hayley, Lynch, Johanna, Burch, Emily, Best, Megan, Ball, Lauren, Sturgiss, Elizabeth and Sturman, Nancy (2023). Where the joy comes from: a qualitative exploration of deep GP-patient relationships. BMC Primary Care, 24 (1) 268, 1-14. doi: 10.1186/s12875-023-02224-0
2023
Journal Article
Measurable and immeasurable spread of knowledge for research impact: a reflection on the validated NutComp tool
Ball, Lauren, Lepre, Breanna and Van Dorssen, Clare (2023). Measurable and immeasurable spread of knowledge for research impact: a reflection on the validated NutComp tool. BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health, 6 (2) e000723, 413-415. doi: 10.1136/bmjnph-2023-000723
2023
Journal Article
Delphi Plus: A novel methodology for identifying evidence-based data standards for health service decision-making
Clark, Peter W., Williams, Lauren T., Lee, Jessica and Ball, Lauren (2023). Delphi Plus: A novel methodology for identifying evidence-based data standards for health service decision-making. Health Services Management Research, 37 (4), 9514848231218637-235. doi: 10.1177/09514848231218637
2023
Journal Article
Exploring Australian dietitians' experiences and preparedness for working in residential aged care facilities
Bartrim, Karly, Wright, Olivia R. L., Moyle, Wendy and Ball, Lauren (2023). Exploring Australian dietitians' experiences and preparedness for working in residential aged care facilities. Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 37 (1), 111-125. doi: 10.1111/jhn.13234
2023
Journal Article
Group-based self-management education for people with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Odgers-Jewell, Kate, Ball, Lauren E., Kelly, Jaimon T., Michaleff, Zoe A., Clark, Justin, Jones, Mark A. and Reidlinger, Dianne P. (2023). Group-based self-management education for people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2023 (9) CD014742, 1-20. doi: 10.1002/14651858.cd014742
2023
Journal Article
Australian dietitians' confidence in their knowledge and skills working with older adults in aged care: A national survey
Bartrim, Karly, Moyle, Wendy, Wright, Olivia R. L. and Ball, Lauren (2023). Australian dietitians' confidence in their knowledge and skills working with older adults in aged care: A national survey. Nutrition and Dietetics, 81 (2), 203-214. doi: 10.1111/1747-0080.12837
2023
Journal Article
The OzHarvest Nourish Program: An evaluation of a hospitality-based program to support employment for young Australians
Ball, Lauren, Marsh, Julie, Lepre, Breanna, Woollett, Belinda, Baynes, Dan and Parkinson, Joy (2023). The OzHarvest Nourish Program: An evaluation of a hospitality-based program to support employment for young Australians. Public Health in Practice, 6 100431, 1-6. doi: 10.1016/j.puhip.2023.100431
2023
Journal Article
Implementing evidence‐based clinical and business data standards in Australian private practice clinics is feasible
Clark, Peter W., Williams, Lauren T., O'Shea, Marie‐Claire and Ball, Lauren (2023). Implementing evidence‐based clinical and business data standards in Australian private practice clinics is feasible. Nutrition and Dietetics, 81 (2), 190-202. doi: 10.1111/1747-0080.12840
2023
Conference Publication
Exploring deep GP patient relationships: a qualitative study with GP-patient dyads
Thomas, Hayley, Lynch, Johanna, Burch, Emily, Best, Megan, Ball, Lauren, Sturgiss, Elizabeth and Sturman, Nancy (2023). Exploring deep GP patient relationships: a qualitative study with GP-patient dyads. Australasian Association of Academic Primary Care, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 17-18 August 2023. Clayton, VIC, Australia: CSIRO Publishing.
2023
Journal Article
GP laughter in lifestyle behaviour consultations: a conversation analytical study of general practice
Ta, Binh, Grieve, Averil, Ball, Lauren and Sturgiss, Elizabeth (2023). GP laughter in lifestyle behaviour consultations: a conversation analytical study of general practice. Patient Education and Counseling, 113 107769, 1-6. doi: 10.1016/j.pec.2023.107769
2023
Journal Article
The prevalence of psychological distress in adults newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes: Data from the Australian 3D case‐series study
Ardouin, Stephen, Ball, Lauren, Burch, Emily, Barton, Chris, Sturgiss, Elizabeth and Williams, Lauren T. (2023). The prevalence of psychological distress in adults newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes: Data from the Australian 3D case‐series study. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 35 (2), 534-541. doi: 10.1002/hpja.783
2023
Conference Publication
Empowering global nutrition with digital technology – a health systems perspective
Crocombe, Dominic, Chad, Nina, Summers, Charlotte, Rajput-Ray, Minha, Buckner, Luke, Armes, Sarah, Strange, Adam, Delon, Christine, Li, Xunhan, Beck, Eleanor, Ball, Lauren, Crowley, Jennifer, Lepre, Breanna, Agwara, Ebiambu, Nyaga, Wanja, Jaffee, Ally, Bhansali, Abhinav, Laur, Celia, Gramlich, Leah, Bradfield, James, McAuliffe, Shane, Raja, Niky, Kohlmeier, Martin, Baah, Emmanuel, Mitra, Sucheta, Kargbo, Kai, Matar, Maryam, Moukayed, Meis, Haddad, Yasmin ... Ray, Sumantra (2023). Empowering global nutrition with digital technology – a health systems perspective. 8th International Summit on Nutrition and Health 2022, Online, 12-23 July 2022. London, United Kingdom: BMJ Group. doi: 10.1136/bmjnph-2023-nnedprosummit2022.1
2023
Journal Article
Patient aggression towards receptionists in general practice: a systematic review
Willer, Fiona, Chua, David and Ball, Lauren (2023). Patient aggression towards receptionists in general practice: a systematic review. Family Medicine and Community Health, 11 (3) e002171, 1-9. doi: 10.1136/fmch-2023-002171
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Food as medicine: A new era of healthcare for Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Using codesign to increase teachers' ability to deliver effective nutrition education to primary school children
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Amy Kirkegaard, Associate Professor Mark Robinson, Dr Adam Hulme
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Doctor Philosophy
Supporting cardiovascular and planetary health through nature-based physical activity: a resource for primary healthcare professionals.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Amy Kirkegaard
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Master Philosophy
Flexible work arrangements in dietetics on return from maternity leave
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Health for EVERYbody: improving the reach and effectiveness of public health initiatives through weight-inclusivity
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Amy Kirkegaard, Associate Professor Mark Robinson
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the knowledge, skills and attitudes of dietitians about providing nutrition care to older Australians in residential aged care and home care services
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright
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Master Philosophy
Measuring the value of the dietitian in eating disorder treatment.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Amy Kirkegaard
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Doctor Philosophy
Interventions that support health professionals in their personal health behaviours
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Breanna Lepre
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Doctor Philosophy
Examining Diet Quality for Australians with Major Depressive Disorder
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright, Dr Breanna Lepre, Dr Aoife-Marie Foran
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Master Philosophy
Flexible work arrangements in dietetics on return from maternity leave
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright
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Doctor Philosophy
Promotion of healthy takeaway food through community organising
Principal Advisor
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Master Philosophy
Impact of Barriers for Perception Dental Care Services of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Mothers on Australian Healthcare System
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Asaduzzaman Khan, Dr Diep Ha, Associate Professor Sobia Zafar
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Are We Ready for the Future? An Exploration of Australian Dietitians' Competence, Preparedness, and Experiences Working in Aged Care
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Living Well after Breast Cancer: supporting younger women with weight management
Associate Advisor
Media
Enquiries
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- Aged Care
- Allied Health
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Chronic Disease
- Community
- Community Care
- Community Health
- Cooking
- Diabetes
- Digital Health
- Food
- Food Literacy
- Food Security
- General Practice
- Health
- Health economics
- Health Literacy
- Health Policy
- Healthcare
- Higher Education
- Mental Health
- Nutrition
- Obesity
- Physical Activity
- Prevention
- Preventive Health
- Primary Care
- Public Health
- Science Communication
- Wellbeing
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