Our role
Our network includes health professionals, consumers, caregivers and key stakeholders across Queensland who are dedicated to improving palliative and end of life services.
We’re committed to supporting better patient care and outcomes by:
- finding new and innovative ways to deliver high quality and evidence informed care
- improving quality, safety and efficiency across the system by connecting people
- developing training and resources for health professionals
- providing expert advice to Hospital and Health Services and the Department of Health.
Our focus
Our focus is improving palliative care services. This includes creating a compassionate and inclusive healthcare system that gives people dignity, comfort and peace in the final part of their life.
Membership
Membership is open to anyone with an interest in improving palliative and end of life healthcare in Queensland.
Our members include:
- health professionals who work in primary care
- researchers and academics
- patients and community members.
We also have representatives from health interest groups, professional bodies and non-government organisations.
As a member, you'll be involved in working groups where you can share your experiences, expertise and feedback. You'll have access to member resources, news and updates, and be invited to network events.
Co-chair
Andrew Broadbent
Medical Director Palliative Care, Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service
Co-chair
Kristine Kelly
Allied Health Workforce Development Officer, Physiotherapy, Children’s Health Queensland
Steering committee
The Queensland Palliative Care Clinical Network Steering Committee sets the direction for our network. Membership is open to experienced health professionals and stakeholders who we appoint through an expression of interest process.
Clinical resources
We've developed evidence based guidance for managing health conditions, delivering clinical care and frameworks on the Queensland Health website.