​​Suzanne (she/her)​ lives on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people of the Kulin Nation. ​She has worked as a physiotherapist alongside children and families for more than 20 years. Through her PhD and post-doctoral studies, Suzanne’s research showed that some developmental needs were being missed following early childhood heart surgery, leading to improved approaches to early identification and support.​ 

​​Suzanne is a Research Fellow with the Healthy Trajectories team. Her​ current research focuses on the tools used to understand and support children’s development, participation and wellbeing across the life course. She is particularly interested in supporting parents as experts, empowering them to make informed decisions for their child and family.  

Outside of work, ​Suzanne enjoys hiking with her family, keeping fit along the Yarra trails, and sharing the joy of Maple the Berner. ​