Healthcare Experiences of People with Multiple Sclerosis or Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Australia
type of intervention
Non-interventional, Qualitative interview study, Survey
recruitment status
Recruiting
region
ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
type of ms
Primary progressive MS, Relapsing remitting MS, Secondary progressive MS
A research group at Deakin University is inviting people aged 18 years and over with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) or Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) to share their experiences of diagnosis and management within the Australian healthcare system. Taking part involves completing a short online survey (about 10 minutes) about your demographic and health information to check your eligibility. If you’re eligible, you’ll be invited to take part in a one-hour online interview about your healthcare experiences.
- Aged 18 years or older.
- Confirmed diagnosis of MS or IBD.
- Have accessed the Australian healthcare system for diagnosis or management.
- Unable to speak, read, or understand English proficiently.
Currently recruiting
If you have any questions or would like more information, please email healthcare.experiences@deakin.edu.au.
You may also contact the following researchers:
- Miss Connie Janiszewski, s225083108@deakin.edu.au
- Dr Lisa Grech, l.grech@deakin.edu.au
Further details can be found on the study flyer. To view the flyer, please click here.
Full details on the study can be found in the Plain Language Statement.
To particpate in the study click here.
NSW/ACT/SA/VIC/QLD/WA/TAS/NT
Yes
02/06/2026
