ADEA Oral Session 2

Tracks
Breakout 7: Room 8
Thursday, August 21, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Room 9

Speaker

Dr Eloise Litterbach
Research Fellow
The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes

Family meals to support life-course health promotion following gestational diabetes: a qualitative study.

11:00 AM - 11:12 AM

Abstract

Biography

Dr Eloise Litterbach is a Research Fellow at the Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes (the ACBRD; a partnership between Diabetes Victoria and Deakin University). Eloise's research program focuses on supporting optimal health and wellbeing for women and families after gestational diabetes (GDM).
Miss Hailey Donnelly
Phd Candidate and Accredited Practising Dietitian
University of Newcastle / Greater Newcastle Sector Diabetes Service

Clinician and patient perspectives on the role of the dietitian and diabetes educator in the high-risk foot clinic setting.

11:12 AM - 11:24 AM

Abstract

Biography

Hailey is an accredited practising dietitian at the GNS Diabetes Service. Hailey is currently completing her PhD in dietary interventions for diabetes-related foot ulceration. Molly is a CDE at the GNS Diabetes Service, with nearly a decade of clinical experience focusing on diabetes-related foot complications.
Miss Cara Schofield
Research Coordinator
University of Melbourne

Effect of whey protein ingestion on overnight glycaemia in adults with type 1 diabetes

11:24 AM - 11:36 AM

Abstract

Biography

Cara Schofield is a PhD student and an experienced clinical research coordinator. Cara has a strong interest in endocrinology research and brings a detail-oriented approach to clinical study operations, contributing to impactful research and advancing knowledge in the field of Prader-Willi syndrome and Type 1 Diabetes.
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Doc Neisha D'Silva
Endocrinologist
Mater Hospital Brisbane

Clinical guideline to assess and manage disordered eating/eating disorder in children/adolescents/adults with Type 1 Diabetes

11:36 AM - 11:48 AM

Abstract

Biography

Dr. Neisha D’Silva is a Senior Staff Specialist in Endocrinology at Mater Hospital, Brisbane. With 15 years on the Young Adult Diabetes Team, and member of the Queensland Diabetes Clinical Network, she has co-led the development of the Nationally endorsed Guidelines for Managing Disordered Eating/Eating Disorders in Type 1 Diabetes.
Dr Ralph Geerling
Research Fellow
Deakin University

The association between personality, self-regulation of eating behaviours and diet in adults with type 2 diabetes

11:48 AM - 12:00 PM

Abstract

Biography

Ralph's research interests focus on health behaviours in type 2 diabetes, person-centred care, personality and approaches for tailoring health behaviour change interventions. Ralph also has a strong interest in the experiences of people with diabetes in primary care regarding weight management discussions, language and the effectiveness of behaviour change techniques.
Dr Jo Jordan
Research Fellow
Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes

Increasing community involvement in diabetes research and health service improvement: A rapid review of barriers and enablers faced by communities with type 2 diabetes

12:00 PM - 12:12 PM

Abstract

Biography

Dr Joanne Jordan is a Research Fellow at the ACBRD specialising in qualitative research and health program evaluation. Over the past two years she has conducted research focusing on increasing type 2 diabetes communities’ involvement in research as part of the ACADI Behavioural Research Platform.
Miss Prudence Morrissey
Phd Candidate
University of Newcastle / School of Health Sciences, Nutrition & Dietetics

Evaluating face-to-face versus telehealth education for insulin initiation in gestational diabetes

12:12 PM - 12:24 PM

Abstract

Biography

Prudence is an APD with three years’ experience in diabetes care and a PhD candidate at the University of Newcastle exploring impacts of diet on mental health in those living with diabetes. She has a strong interest in mental wellbeing, diabetes technology and personalising dietary advice to improve diabetes management.
Prof Yuan Li
Chair of Academic Discipline
West China School of Nursing / West China Hospital

Study on the prediction of dynamic trajectories of psychological resilience in patients with hyperglycemia in pregnancy and its association with adverse pregnancy outcomes

12:24 PM - 12:36 PM

Abstract

Biography

Yuan Li, Professor, Master's Supervisor Director of Endocrinology and Metabolism Department Director of Nursing Department, West China Emei Hospital, Sichuan University Research Focus: Diabetes education and management, chronic disease management
Mrs Lauren Cusack
Health Promotion & Communications Manager
PDC Health Hub by Perth Diabetes Care

Empowering mothers with diabetes: The impact of peer support during pregnancy and early parenthood

12:36 PM - 12:48 PM

Abstract

Biography

Lauren is a dedicated professional with a passion for health promotion, improving lives, community engagement & advocacy for all people living with diabetes. As the Health Promotion & Communications Manager at PDC Health Hub, she develops impactful communications, programs and services for the diabetes (and wider) community.
Mrs Grace Ward
Diabetes Educator
Diabetes Australia

Chairperson

Biography

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