Kerryn Gidgup
Aboriginal Research Assistant
Kerryn is an Aboriginal Research Assistant in the Ear Health team, working part of the Djaalinj Waakinj Centre for Ear and Hearing Health. Kerryn has a background in health administration and plays a pivotal role in community engagement for the Djaalinj Waakinj Centre for Ear and Hearing Health. Kerryn works closely with service providers across the south metropolitan area that identify children with otitis media and require audiology assessment and treatment.
Previously, Kerryn has held long-standing positions with the South Metropolitan and East Metropolitan Health Services.
Projects
Djaalinj Waakinj Ear Portal: An ENT and Audiology referral pathway for improving access to ear and hearing services for Aboriginal children in the metropolitan area using telehealth
The Djaalinj Waakinj (Listening, Talking) Ear Portal project commenced in 2020 to evaluate an equitable ear and hearing care pathway for Aboriginal children residing in the metropolitan area of Perth.
Active Collaborations
- Cockburn Integrated Health Centre – Urban Aboriginal Ear, Nose and Throat Clinics