Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare

The Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare is home to a diverse and multidisciplinary team, including world-renowned researchers, dedicated research assistants, professional staff, HDR students, and honorary adjuncts. United by a spirit of collaboration, we strive to drive excellence in research and innovation that makes a meaningful impact on health systems, communities, and individuals.

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Our purpose

To enhance healthcare by identifying the causes of gaps between research evidence and its practical application, and finding solutions to bridge these gaps.

Our philosophy

  • Research that more closely aligns with patient care.

  • Support and extend collaborations between clinicians and health researchers to achieve higher value care.

  • Enable patients and families to make evidence-informed health decisions that are congruent with their values and preferences.

  • Lead and facilitate the teaching and learning of evidence-based practice.

  • Develop early career researchers for research programs in sustainable healthcare.

Our research

Our research spans a broad spectrum of health priorities, with a strong focus on strengthening Primary Care through rigorous evidence generation and application. We lead advancements in Decision Making for Healthcare, empowering clinicians, patients, and the public with accessible, actionable information to support informed choices and shared decision-making. Our work in Healthy Living promotes evidence-based lifestyle interventions and preventive strategies to improve population health. We are committed to achieving Sustainable Health for Chronic Conditions by enhancing care models and systems for both emerging and long-standing health challenges. Our expertise in Evidence Synthesis and Reporting - including systematic reviews and meta-analyses - ensures transparency and usability of research. We also evaluate Digital Health Innovations and AI technologies to ensure safety, effectiveness, and equity in healthcare delivery. Central to our approach is Consumer and Community Engagement, where inclusive research practices involve patients, carers, and communities in co-design and decision-making.

A message from our director

  • "Our team delivers world-class research, engagement and training that serves as a national and international resource for scholars, clinicians, system leaders, patients and families to improve evidence-based healthcare. The effective integration of research into practice advances the health and healthcare of Australians, influences health policy and improves global health outcomes."

    Professor Julie Redfern AM - Institute Director
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