Kate Reed

Care at the end of life is about what matters most — comfort, dignity and being supported every step of the way.

As a specialist palliative care Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years’experience working with the ACT and surrounding region communities, Kate brings to Next Practice Deakin expert clinical care and experience to help patientsand their families, navigate and manage the complexities of pain and symptomsdue to a life limiting or a life changing diagnosis. Kate has recently completed a Master of Laws, focusing on international health law, end of lifelaw and human rights.

Kate’s approach is grounded in her passion to improve access to sustainable and equitable expert palliative care, with a particular focus onstrengthening services across Australia and the Pacific including current work in the Solomon Islands.

Kate is first and foremost a Mum and in her down time loves tospend time with family and friends. A lifelong learner, she is always seekingnew challenges and opportunities to grow.