The future of osteoarthritis treatment. Open lecture by visiting professor Kim Bennell

Top Australian researcher Professor Kim Bennell from the University of Melbourne will be visiting Diakonhjemmet on September 16. At 3:15 PM, she will give an open lecture in the auditorium in DBL, where she will share her perspectives on the future of osteoarthritis research.

Bennell is one of the world's most influential researchers on non-pharmacological treatment of osteoarthritis, and her work on physiotherapy, exercise and digital solutions has helped shape both guidelines and practice internationally.

The event is free and open to all interested parties. No registration is required – meet in the auditorium in DBL on September 16 at 3:15 PM. The auditorium is located on the ground floor of the building opposite the main entrance to Diakonhjemmet Hospital, Diakonveien 12, 0370 Oslo: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WDZvLbx7Rsr1SEht8 

About Kim Bennell

• Title and institution
  Redmond Barry Distinguished Professor and NHMRC Principal Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne. She is also director of the Center for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine at the same university mdhs.unimelb.edu.au +11 Osteoarthritis Action Alliance +11 aahms.org +11 aahms.org +2 aahms.org +2 .

• Research area 
  Bennell's research focuses on conservative treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, with a primary emphasis on osteoarthritis (knee and hip joints), through interventions such as physical activity, physiotherapy, telehealth and self-management programs PMC ResearchGate aahms.org .

• Professional influence
  She has published over 350 peer-reviewed studies, including clinical trials and telehealth programs, and has influenced clinical guidelines and practice both in Australia and internationally Osteoarthritis Action Alliance .

• Board positions and international role
  Bennell has held key roles in the Osteoarthritis Research Society International, including as a board member or secretary-general australian.physio +8 aahms.org +8 aahms.org +8 .

• Honours
  She was elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences in 2018 aahms.org . In 2025 she was awarded the distinction of Member of the Order of Australia in recognition of her significant contributions to medical research and education in the health and rehabilitation sciences australian.physio .

• Supervision and mentorship
  Professor Bennell has supervised a number of doctoral and postdoctoral fellows and laid the foundation for future generations of researchers in musculoskeletal health Osteoarthritis Action Alliance +9 australian.physio +9 aahms.org +9 .