Australasian ILD Nurses Alliance - Centre of Research Excellence in Pulmonary Fibrosis

Australasian ILD Nurses Alliance (ALINA)

The Australasian Interstitial Lung Disease Nurses Alliance (ALINA) is shaping the future of ILD nursing in Australasia. ALINA was initially formed in 2022 as the ILD Nurses Working Group and continues to work to achieve the top educational and other professional priorities they have identified.

ALINA is an initiative aiming to share specialist knowledge and resources to improve ILD patient care. If you would like to know more about the Alliance and join our inclusive platforms for sharing of curated information and communications, please contact us.

The ALINA Steering Group is chaired by Karen Symons, ILD Nurse Specialist at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne. Please meet the current ALINA Steering Group members below.

The ALINA Steering Group extends thanks to former members for their valuable contributions: Ms Kim Bailey.

Sally Anesbury Adelaide, South Australia
Joe-Anne Bendyk Adelaide, South Australia
Nicola Corna Auckland, New Zealand
Lisa Fuhrmeister Melbourne, Victoria
Michelle Galbraith Hamilton, New Zealand
Tara Hannon Perth, Western Australia
Raj Mundekodu-Puthenveedu Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Emma O'Shaunessey Newcastle, New South Wales
Darrin Penola Sydney, New South Wales
Jess Rhodes Sydney, New South Wales
Mary Roberts Sydney, New South Wales
Chair ILD Nurses Alliance Karen Symons Melbourne, Victoria
Michelle Thompson Melbourne, Victoria
Sarah Watson Brisbane, Queensland

Where we are

Pulmonary Fibrosis Institute

The Centre of Research Excellence in Pulmonary Fibrosis has established the Pulmonary Fibrosis Institute, a not-for-profit company registered in Australia. The Pulmonary Fibrosis Institute exists to support ongoing research into pulmonary fibrosis and ensure the longevity of research infrastructure developed through our collaborative efforts.