Our role
Our network includes health professionals, consumers and key stakeholders across Queensland who are dedicated to improving stroke 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 on improving stroke services and outcomes for Queenslanders and helping health professionals give best practice stroke care. We work with stakeholders to identify gaps and implement strategies so everyone can access quality, safe and efficient stroke services.
Membership
Membership is open to stakeholders with an interest in improving stroke services in Queensland.
Our members include:
- health professionals
- researchers and academics
- consumer and carer representatives.
We also have representatives from professional bodies and non-government organisations.
As a member, you'll have the opportunity to be involved in working groups where you can share your experiences, expertise and feedback. You'll have access to resources, news and updates, and information about network events.
Co-chair
Alyssa Canning
Clinical Nurse Consultant, Queensland Telestroke Service, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Metro North Hospital and Health Service
Co-chair
Associate Professor Andrew Wong
Director Neurology and Stroke, Internal Medicine Services, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Metro North Hospital and Health Service
Steering committee
The Queensland Stroke 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.
Related groups
- Discharge Care Planning Working Group
- Dysphagia Screening Tool Working Group
Current projects and priorities
- Queensland Telestroke Service implementation
- 30/60/90 National Stroke Targets
- Stroke Unit Certification
Clinical resources
We've developed evidence based guidance for managing health conditions, delivering clinical care and frameworks on the Queensland Health website.