Anthony O'Brien

Professor O'Brien is a highly experienced mental health nurse with a background in community care, crisis intervention, case management and therapeutic intervention. His research interests involve people and communities and finding solutions to problems to make a difference in the delivery of healthcare.

Professor O'Brien has spent 27 years investigating patient care in an attempt to improve the delivery of care and help nurses get greater access to funding for interprofessional collaborations. He believes that researchers must work closely with clinicians to solve real clinical problems at the bedside.

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy - PhD University of New England (AU) (1997 — 2001)
• Master of Education - Med.Stud University of Newcastle (1989 — 1993)
• Bachelor's degree Macquarie University (1986 — 1989)

Companies

• Professor University of Newcastle (2011)
• Associate Professor Monash University (2009 — 2011)
• Assistant Professor National University of Singapore (2006 — 2008)
• Associate Professor - Head of Department Nursing Southern Cross University (2003 — 2006)
• Senior Lecturer Massey University (1997 — 2000)
• Senior Lecturer UNE (1994 — 1997)