Dr Luke Robinson
Dr Luke Robinson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Occupational Therapy at Monash University, where he merges his enthusiasm for teaching with a dedication to advancing the field. He earned his Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) from Monash University in 2010, with an Honours thesis titled “Evaluation of Two Open Carpal Tunnel Release Techniques,” which ignited his passion for research.
In the early stages of his career, Dr Robinson gained valuable experience in the public health sector, providing acute, sub-acute, and specialised hand therapy services at Monash Health, the Royal Melbourne Hospital, and Eastern Health. He moved into academia in 2015 as a teaching associate, maintaining his clinical practice until 2017, when he transitioned to a full-time Lecturer role. He is currently the fourth-year level coordinator of the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) program.
Dr Robinson earned the School of Primary and Allied Health Care Individual Teaching Award in 2017 for his engaging and student-centred teaching style. He was the Victorian Divisional Coordinator for the Australian Hand Therapy Association Education Committee for four years (2012 to 2016). He is currently involved in the research governance committee, where he plays a key role in shaping the future of hand therapy research. His contributions extend to scientific committees for the Australian Hand Therapy Association and the International Federation of Societies for Hand Therapy (IFSHT).
His research interests encompass the rehabilitation and assessment of hand and wrist injuries, health economics, service evaluation, and occupational therapy education. His doctoral research, completed in 2020 and supported by the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA), explored the “Individual community and societal burden following acute hand and wrist injury”.
Dr Robinson is committed to inspiring the next generation of occupational therapists. He has published over 35 manuscripts in respected national and international journals, written ten book chapters, and delivered presentations at conferences across Australia, Canada, Germany and Argentina. His work not only enhances academic understanding but also translates into practical applications, aiming to improve consumer outcomes in occupational therapy.
Away from the university, Dr Robinson enjoys spending time with his wife Andrea, and their daughters, Evie and Sienna. In his downtime, he likes camping, being in nature, playing the guitar or piano, and playing video games (usually quite badly).