From online to in-person: A mixed-methods study of early intervention professionals’ engagement and withdrawal from telepractice

Tracks
10-minute presentations
Early intervention
Telepractice
Thursday, June 25, 2026
2:45 PM - 2:55 PM
Knowledge Hub | Central Room B, Ground Floor

Overview

Dr Felipe Retamal and Dr Katelyn Melvin

Details

⏫ Rapid oral presentation
⏲️ 2:55–3:05 pm
⌛ 10-minutes
📚 Assumed knowledge of attendees: Intermediate (Some previous learning/working knowledge of topic e.g. treated a few cases)

Presenter

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Dr Katelyn Melvin
The University Of Queensland

From online to in-person: A mixed-methods study of early intervention professionals’ engagement and withdrawal from telepractice

2:55 PM - 3:05 PM

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Dr Katelyn Melvin is a Lecturer in Speech Pathology at The University of Queensland. In her clinical work, research, and teaching, Katelyn is committed to collaborating with families and communities to drive meaningful, long-term improvements in developmental outcomes for children. Her mixed-methods research focusses on engagement with families in services, health promotion and prevention, effective information provision by professionals, and working collaboratively with consumers to understand and improve health service environments.
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Dr Felipe Retamal
The University of Queensland

From online to in-person: A mixed-methods study of early intervention professionals’ engagement and withdrawal from telepractice

2:55 PM - 3:05 PM

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Dr Felipe Retamal-Walter is a bilingual speech pathologist, audiologist, and early career academic at The University of Queensland. His research focuses on improving access, equity, and quality in communication and hearing healthcare across the lifespan. Drawing on over 15 years of experience across Chile and Australia, Felipe leads and contributes to international research projects funded nationally and internationally. He is a recipient of multiple academic recognitions, including top-cited article awards, international fellowships, and an invention patent for neonatal care technology.

Session chair

Natalie Crawford
Ecu

Student volunteer(s)

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Sharene Min Min Chia

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Isabella Newton

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