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Dale Edwards
Dale Edwards
Academic Lead – Research, Paramedicine Program
Room 256 , Medical Sciences 2
+61 3 6226 4703 (phone)
Associate Professor Dale Edwards is the Director of Paramedicine, and has been instrumental in the development of paramedicine as a discipline at this university. Dale was involved in the development of each of the undergraduate and post graduate degree programs offered here, since 2006. Dale has an extensive background in Paramedicine and Paramedic education, and has been actively involved in fostering growth in research in the discipline.
Biography
Dale has worked in the paramedic industry for more than 25 years, having worked in several Australian ambulance services, the defence forces and was involved in the early formation of an ambulance service in Vanuatu. He has experience as an Intensive Care Paramedic, and has fulfilled roles including operations manager, clinical supervisor and paramedic educator prior to coming to the university.
Dale's contributions to the profession, and the advancement of Paramedicine as a profession include roles on state and national professional boards, a past role as managing editor of the Australasian Journal of Emergency Care (discontinued) and he is currently an associate editor with the Irish Journal of Paramedicine. Dale has also served as an expert witness in the Tasmanian Industrial Relations Commission on matters relating to the profession and paramedic education.
Career summary
Qualifications
- BHlthSci (Paramedic), Victoria University, Australia, 1998
- GradCertEd, University of Tasmania, 2000
- Med (curriculum and Pedagogy), University of Southern Queensland
- EdD, A grounded theory study of the preparedness of paramedics to undertake the role of preceptor in the clinical setting, University of Tasmania, Australia, 2019
Memberships
Professional practice
- Fellow, Paramedics Australasia
- Member, Australasian Military Medicine Association
Administrative expertise
Dale has experience in project management, operational management of health services and more specifically ambulance services, including experience in the establishment of ambulance services in developing nations. He has experience in Curriculum design, managing educational service delivery and leading clinical, research and educational teams.
Teaching
Paramedic Practice, Intensive Care Paramedicine, Professionalism, Evidence Based Practice, Health Assessment, Clinical Teaching
Teaching expertise
Dale has extensive experience in curriculum design and innovation, and holds post graduate qualifications in curriculum design. Dales teaching expertise includes intensive care Paramedicine, emergency health care, professionalism and evidence based practice. He has extensive experience in the development and design of flexible delivery programs and blended learning programs for health professionals including unique student cohorts subject to isolation or challenging learning environments.
Teaching responsibility
- Course coordinator - Bachelor of Paramedic Practice (ADF Conversion)
- Unit coordinator - CAA213 Advanced Topics in Defence Paramedicine 2 and CAA303 Clinical Practice 5
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Expertise
- Allergy and Anaphylaxis
- Clinical Paramedicine
- Emergency Medical Care
- Patient Safety
- Professionalism in health care
- Clinical Education / Clinical Supervision
- Interprofessional Learning
- Mixed Methods Research
- Qualitative Research
- Grounded Theory
Research Themes
Dales' research interests align with the university's research theme of Better Health. He is a founding member of the Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research Group at the School of Medicine and has active projects investigating the community presentations of anaphylaxis, their clinical management and patient outcomes. His additional areas of research are clinical and health professional education, clinical Paramedicine and the safe care for paediatric patients in paramedicine.
Dale also has a strong background in research relating to paramedic education, having completed his Doctor of Education, exploring the preparedness of paramedics to be clinical preceptors. Dale regularly participates as a team leader or team member in other education focussed research projects both nationally and internationally.
Current projects
- Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research Group Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research Group
This group operates a number of active projects including an investigation into the community presentations of anaphylaxis, linkage to their hospital admission and management and associated post discharge management. Further information regarding this group can be located on the group web page. - Role Preparedness of Paramedic Preceptors
A grounded theory study investigating the preparedness of paramedics to perform the role of clinical preceptor to paramedics in training, including university students on placement, paramedic interns and post qualification education. - Child Safety in Road Ambulance Transportation
This project investigates the transport safety aspects of transporting children in road ambulances throughout Australia.
Fields of Research
- Paramedicine (320219)
- Medicine, nursing and health curriculum and pedagogy (390110)
- Health services and systems (420399)
- Higher education (390303)
- Allergy (320401)
- Sociological methodology and research methods (441006)
- Other education (399999)
- Primary health care (420319)
- Information systems (460999)
- Aged health care (420301)
- Technical, further and workplace education (390308)
- English and literacy curriculum and pedagogy (excl. LOTE, ESL and TESOL) (390104)
- Teacher education and professional development of educators (390307)
- Health and community services (420305)
- Occupational and workplace health and safety (350505)
- Clinical pharmacology and therapeutics (321402)
- Motor control (420703)
- Preventative health care (420605)
Research Objectives
- Clinical health (200199)
- Evaluation of health and support services (200299)
- Teacher and instructor development (160303)
- Teaching and instruction technologies (160304)
- Learner and learning (160199)
- Higher education (160102)
- Other education and training (169999)
- Maritime (140108)
- Other health (209999)
- Professional development and adult education (160104)
- Diagnosis of human diseases and conditions (200101)
- Health related to ageing (200502)
- Equity and access to education (160201)
- Road safety (270311)
- Expanding knowledge in the health sciences (280112)
- Other information and communication services (229999)
- Urgent and critical care, and emergency medicine (200311)
- Health status (incl. wellbeing) (200407)
- Efficacy of medications (200102)
- Preventive medicine (200412)
- Health protection and disaster response (200406)
Publications
Dale currently serves as a reviewer for a number of peer reviewed professional journals and is an Associate Editor for the Irish Journal of Paramedicine.
Total publications
34
Highlighted publications
(3 outputs)| Year | Type | Citation | Altmetrics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Thesis | Edwards DG, 'A grounded theory study of the preparedness of paramedics to undertake the role of preceptor in the clinical setting' (2018) [Professional Doctorate] | |
| 2016 | Journal Article | Edwards D, Blackhall M, Berry R, 'Community presentations of anaphylaxis in Tasmania: Who is administering the adrenaline?', Australasian Journal of Paramedicine, 13, (1) pp. 1-7. ISSN 2202-7270 (2016) [Refereed Article] Co-authors: Blackhall M; Berry R | |
| 2011 | Journal Article | Edwards D, 'Paramedic preceptor: work readiness in graduate paramedics', The Clinical Teacher, 8, (2) pp. 79-82. ISSN 1743-4971 (2011) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1111/j.1743-498X.2011.00435.x [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 18 |
Journal Article
(13 outputs)| Year | Citation | Altmetrics |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Carnicelli A, Edwards D, Williams A-M, 'Paramedic education to support the use of low-acuity care pathways: A scoping review protocol', Nursing Reports, 13 pp. 265-272. ISSN 2039-439X (2023) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.3390/nursrep13010025 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Carnicelli A; Williams A-M | |
| 2022 | Carnicelli A, Williams AM, Edwards D, 'Investigating the anatomy learning experiences of undergraduate paramedic students', Australasian Journal of Paramedicine, 19 pp. 1-10. ISSN 2202-7270 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.33151/ajp.19.1016 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Carnicelli A; Williams AM | |
| 2022 | Parker JL, Prior SJ, Van Dam PJ, Edwards DG, 'Altruism in paramedicine: a scoping review', Healthcare, 10, (9) Article 1731. ISSN 2227-9032 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10091731 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Parker JL; Prior SJ; Van Dam PJ | |
| 2020 | Edwards D, Young D, 'Scaffolded clinical skills development for Clinical Managers in the Royal Australian Navy', Journal of Military and Veterans' Health, 28, (1) pp. 45-49. ISSN 1835-1271 (2020) [Refereed Article] Co-authors: Young D | |
| 2017 | Harris W, Rotheram A, Pearson S, Lucas PV, Edwards D, et al., 'Paramedic confidence in estimating external blood loss', Australasian Journal of Paramedicine, 14, (3) Article 2. ISSN 2202-7270 (2017) [Refereed Article] Co-authors: Harris W; Rotheram A; Pearson S; Lucas PV; Williams A-M | |
| 2016 | Edwards D, Blackhall M, Berry R, 'Community presentations of anaphylaxis in Tasmania: Who is administering the adrenaline?', Australasian Journal of Paramedicine, 13, (1) pp. 1-7. ISSN 2202-7270 (2016) [Refereed Article] Co-authors: Blackhall M; Berry R | |
| 2015 | Blackhall ML, Edwards D, 'Incidence and patient demographics of pre-hospital anaphylaxis in Tasmania, Australia', Australasian Journal of Paramedicine, 12, (3) Article 1. ISSN 2202-7270 (2015) [Refereed Article] Co-authors: Blackhall ML | |
| 2015 | Geelan B, de Salas K, Lewis I, King C, Edwards D, et al., 'Improving learning experiences through gamification: a case study', Australian Educational Computing, 30, (1) pp. 1-21. ISSN 0816-9020 (2015) [Refereed Article] Co-authors: Geelan B; de Salas K; Lewis I; King C; O'Mara A | |
| 2011 | Edwards D, 'Paramedic preceptor: work readiness in graduate paramedics', The Clinical Teacher, 8, (2) pp. 79-82. ISSN 1743-4971 (2011) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1111/j.1743-498X.2011.00435.x [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 18 | |
| 2001 | McDonell AH, Edwards DG, Harries R, 'University degrees and internet learning for paramedics', Ambulance UK, 16, (1) pp. 7-16. ISSN 0143-9340 (2001) [Professional, Non Refereed Article] | |
| 2000 | McDonall A, Edwards DG, 'From the classroom to cyberland: 21st century education for paramedics', Australasian Journal of Emergency Care, 7, (2) pp. 31-34. ISSN 1328-3626 (2000) [Refereed Article] | |
| 2000 | McDonell A, Edwards DG, Harries R, 'Paramedic education: flexible learning delivered via an internet based classroom', Response, 13, (4) pp. 28-34. ISSN 1836-2907 (2000) [Professional, Non Refereed Article] | |
| 1999 | Edwards DG, 'The Laryngeal Mask Airway: An overview of its role in the paramedic profession', Australasian Journal of Emergency Care, 6, (2) pp. 30-34. ISSN 1328-3626 (1999) [Refereed Article] |
Chapter in Book
(2 outputs)| Year | Citation | Altmetrics |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Althagafi IAJ, Smith Lindsay, Edwards Dale, Paton D, 'Case study', Introducing, designing and conducting research for paramedics, Elsevier Health Sciences, A Olaussen, KA Bowles, B Lord, B Williams. (ed), Chatswood, pp. 139-141. ISBN 9780729544092 (2022) [Other Book Chapter] Co-authors: Smith Lindsay | |
| 2015 | Willams B, Edwards D, 'Evidence-based education in paramedics', Evidence-based Education in the Health Professions, Radcliffe Publishing Ltd., T Brown & B Williams (ed), United Kingdom, pp. 437-44. ISBN 9781909368712 (2015) [Other Book Chapter] |
Conference Publication
(18 outputs)| Year | Citation | Altmetrics |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Gough P, Watterson J, Edwards Dale, 'Aural Barotrauma in ADF Diver Trainees', Australasian Military Medicine Conce, 7-8 October 2022, Hobart, Australia, pp. 12. (2022) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: Watterson J | |
| 2020 | Berry R, Edwards D, Blackhall M, 'Anaphylaxis recognition: Is there consistency in Paramedic and Emergency Department diagnoses?', 999 EMS Research Forum, 4 March 2020, Brighton, United Kingdom (2020) [Plenary Presentation] Co-authors: Berry R; Blackhall M | |
| 2019 | Berry R, Edwards D, Blackhall M, 'Anaphylaxis recognition: Is there consistency in Paramedic and Emergency Department diagnoses?', Paramedics Australasia International Conference (PAIC) 2019, 28 - 30 November 2019, Hobart, Tasmania (2019) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: Berry R; Blackhall M | |
| 2019 | Edwards D, 'Preparing Paramedics to Precept: One size does not fit all', Paramedics Australasia International Conference 2019, 29 November 2019, Hobart, Tasmania (2019) [Plenary Presentation] | |
| 2019 | Edwards DG, 'Challenges Faced in Supporting Learners in the Clinical Setting in the Modern Tertiary Environment', PACE2019, 19-21 September 2019, Winnipeg Manitoba Canada (2019) [Conference Extract] | |
| 2019 | Edwards DG, Smith H, Eakes L, Foat C, Lanos CJ, et al., 'Paramedic student performance on the Paramedic Readiness Exam 4 (PRE4) improves with exposure to higher acuity patients', 2019 NAEMSE Symposium, 3-5 August 2019, Fort Worth, Texas, USA (2019) [Conference Extract] | |
| 2017 | Lockett SJ, Edwards DG, Parker L, 'Do paramedics adequately restrain paediatric patients in road ambulances?', Paramedics Australasia International Conference 2016, 17-19 November 2016, Auckland (2017) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: Parker L | |
| 2016 | Lucas P, Parker L, Edwards D, 'Preparing paramedic preceptors for supervising clinical placements in residential aged care facilities', Paramedics Australasia International Conference, 17-19 November 2016, Auckland, New Zealand (2016) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: Lucas P; Parker L | |
| 2015 | Edwards DG, Blackhall ML, Berry R, 'Anaphylaxis and Allergy Research (AARG)', Paramedics Australasia, Tasmania Chapter, State Conference, 21 November, 2015, Hobart, Tasmania (2015) [Plenary Presentation] Co-authors: Blackhall ML; Berry R | |
| 2014 | Edwards DG, 'Preceptor, Mentor, Clinical Instructor, Clinical Supervisor: What am I, what do I do?', Paramedics Australasia International Conference, 19-20 September, Gold Coast, Australia (2014) [Conference Extract] | |
| 2014 | Edwards DG, Williams A-MM, Harris W, Lighton D, Selmes IJ, 'Experiences in the delivery of a flexible education program to military students', Australasian Military Medicine Association 2014 Conference, 17-19 October 2014, Sydney, Australia (2014) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: Williams A-MM; Harris W; Lighton D; Selmes IJ | |
| 2013 | Edwards DG, 'Preceptor, Mentor, Supervisor - What's in a name', ANZAHPE Conference, 26 June, Melbourne, VIC (2013) [Conference Extract] | |
| 2013 | Gee EE, Vickers JC, Lucas PV, Edwards DG, 'Evaluation of the General Practitioner Assessment of Cognition (GPCOG) in Paramedic Practice', Paramedics Australasia Conference (2013) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: Gee EE; Vickers JC; Lucas PV | |
| 2012 | Edwards DG, Catchpole ML, Brown DT, De Silva EC, Errey JA, 'Motivating students and building capacity for interprofessional learning', ANZAHPE, New Zealand (2012) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: Catchpole ML; Brown DT; De Silva EC; Errey JA | |
| 2012 | Edwards DG, McMinn RG, Catchpole ML, Errey JA, Williams A-MM, et al., 'An investigation of the interprofessional value in a wilderness trauma program for medical and paramedic students', All Together Better Health VI Conference, Kobe, Japan (2012) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: McMinn RG; Catchpole ML; Errey JA; Williams A-MM; Brown DT; De Silva EC | |
| 2010 | Edwards DG, Bowerman L, Gibson B, Berry D, Edwards LM, 'Paramedic accuracy in identifying the anatomical landmarks for needle chest decompression', Australian College of Ambulance Professionals National Conference, Perth, WA (2010) [Conference Extract] Co-authors: Bowerman L; Edwards LM | |
| 2007 | Edwards DG, 'Factors influencing rural Tasmanians to call ambulances', Australian College of Ambulance Professionals State Conference, Tasmania (2007) [Conference Extract] | |
| 1999 | Edwards DG, 'The patient transport research project, an interim report', Institute of Ambulance Officers National Conference, Sydney (1999) [Conference Extract] |
Thesis
(1 outputs)| Year | Citation | Altmetrics |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Edwards DG, 'A grounded theory study of the preparedness of paramedics to undertake the role of preceptor in the clinical setting' (2018) [Professional Doctorate] |
Research Supervision
Dale has a strong track record of supervision of honours degree students in the Bachelor of Paramedic Practice (Honours) and Bachelor of Medical Research (Honours) degrees. Within the research projects outlined above there are a range of Honours and Masters minor thesis level projects available, particularly in the fields of Allergy and Anaphylaxis, Patient Safety and Health Professional Education.
Current
3
Current
| Degree | Title | Commenced |
|---|---|---|
| PhD | Is Altruism Embedded in both Paramedic Practice and the Education of Emerging Paramedics? | 2020 |
| PhD | Evaluating the Disaster Preparedness of Health Providers During Hajj | 2020 |
| PhD | Exploring the Factors Associated with Paramedic Treatment, Transport or Referral of Low Acuity Cases in Ambulance Tasmania | 2022 |