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When return to work fails: an all too common case study

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

This case study looks at a young man with a long career ahead of him and the reasons he will probably never return to his job.

What is evidence based medicine and why do we need it?

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

What does "evidence based medicine" refer to exactly, and why should we care to know?

Our top ten tips to improve RTW outcomes

contributorCheryl Griffiths

A back to the basics look at getting it right from the beginning

The Stress Series - Part 4

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Good management of stress claims requires swift action on the part of the employer, case manager and RTW coordinator.

The Stress Series Part 3 - Prevention programs in the workplace

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Employers can take action to beat the problem of stress before it even arises. This article looks at the benefits of stress prevention programs.

The Stress Series - Part 2

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Stress claims commonly build up over time, until the person reaches a point where they can't continue to ignore the issues.

Understanding successful return to work for cancer survivors

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

It's more important than ever to understand the factors that help and hinder cancer patients return to work.

The Stress Series - Part 1

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Welcome to the first article in our five-part stress series. The series will look at exactly what stress is, how it affects individuals and communities, workplace prevention programs and how stress can be managed.

Bridging the generation and gender gap

contributorSarah Duffield

The most fraught relationships between a worker and their rehabilitation consultant are often those between a young female consultant and a middle aged male worker.

Quality control in RTW: Spend less, achieve more

contributorFrederieke Schaafsma

In the case of Mr S, a well managed return to work system saves an employer $$ and provides good outcomes for a worker with anxiety.

Burned by poor RTW management

contributorFrederieke Schaafsma

A badly managed case of staff burnout highlights the importance of an integrated approach to return to work

Compensation's negative side effects

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

We don't talk enough about the poor outcomes associated with workers' compensation.

Returning to work after depression

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Returning to work after depression, a discussion with beyondblue.

Working with quadriplegia TWO: physical challenges need flexible management

contributorAnna Kelsey-Sugg

Mario was set to become a surgeon before an accident left him with quadriplegia. Management flexibility was key to a sustainable return to work.