We recently had the pleasure of hosting Alana Bain, QUT Biomedical Science student, who undertook a focused review of anatomy education practices in Australia in our clinical research and anatomy laboratories. Alana examined how medical curricula utilise both cadaveric and non-cadaveric teaching resources.
The project evaluates national approaches rather than any single university program, identifying potential gaps between current educational models and the anatomical resources available on site and further abroad. Particular attention is given to the andragogical value, regulatory requirements, and operational costs associated with cadaveric specimens, including fit-for-purpose laboratory infrastructure and gazettal processes. This work supports evidence-based decisions around sustainable, compliant, and high-impact anatomy teaching models within the Australian context.
While here, Alana loved expanding her knowledge in how anatomy is being taught, setting up the simulation labs for scenarios, maintenance on the mannikins, networking and being on placement in a hospital-based health institute. Alana mentioned that ‘SCHI is different than any other facility and hospital I’ve seen.’
Long term Alana hopes to be a neurosurgeon and study through Griffith Uni’s Doctor of Medicine onsite at SCHI. Alana was a welcomed addition as our first QUT placement student. Good luck with the rest of your studies!