Victoria's only MS nurse practitioner cuts wait times in regional centres
Michelle Allan, Victoria's only MS nurse practitioner, has boosted Grampians Health patient numbers by 62% with 98% satisfaction ratings.
Michelle Allan has more than 25 years caring for MS patients at Grampians Health. Grampians is the only health service in Victoria with a dedicated MS nurse practitioner.
Since her appointment this year, patient numbers have jumped 62%. About 98% of surveyed patients report high satisfaction.
The role cuts wait times and helps prevent hospital visits. Staff can see patients sooner and handle complications quickly.
MS is a lifelong condition affecting about 37,800 Australians. Grampians Health will open an outreach clinic in Horsham and other regional centres.
This brings specialist care closer to home for people across western Victoria.
- 62 per cent
- Patient increase
- 98 per cent
- Satisfaction rating
- 37,800 people
- MS population in Australia
- More than 25 years
- Allan's experience
Why it mattersPeople with MS in regional areas can now access specialist expertise. They no longer need to travel far or wait months for appointments.
AustraliaAustralians with MS living outside major cities gain faster access to specialist care, potentially reducing hospital admissions and improving treatment outcomes in underserved regions.
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