Shin Liau

This research focuses on optimising medicines management for older Australians living with frailty and dementia by incorporating the perspectives of individuals with lived experience, their families, and carers. Although existing principles for medicines management have been developed by healthcare professionals, they lack consumer input. This project addresses the gap by engaging older adults and their carers in structured discussions to refine and prioritise these principles. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study will gather diverse perspectives to develop patient-centred care principles. 

The outcomes aim to enhance clinical practice, inform future education curricula, and influence healthcare policy to better support the unique needs of this vulnerable population. By prioritising consumer involvement, the project ensures that the principles for medicines management are both meaningful and practical, improving quality of life for those living with frailty and dementia.

Dr Liau is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Monash University.