Rate My Professor David Lyall

David Lyall is an academic in the School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing at the University of Newcastle, Australia, specializing in medical radiation science. He holds a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) and has dedicated 25 years of service to the university, receiving recognition in 2023 for his long-term contributions. Lyall serves as Course Coordinator for undergraduate courses in nuclear medicine and medical radiation science, including MRSC2300 Nuclear Medicine Methods IIA (Semester 1, 2024, Callaghan campus), MRSC2350 (Semester 2, 2024), MRSC2330 (Semester 1, 2024), and MRSC3080 (Semester 2, 2023). He is also listed as a Student Academic Conduct Officer. His roles involve teaching, coordinating clinical and academic aspects of medical radiation science programs, and supporting student conduct and professional development.

Lyall's research and publications focus on student selection, clinical education, interprofessional learning, and technological integration in medical radiation science practice. Key works include 'Assessment of Personal Qualities in Selection of Medical Radiation Science Students' (Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology, 2005, co-authored with Miles R. Bore, Shane E. Dempsey, and David A. Powis), which evaluates personal qualities assessment for MRS student admissions. He co-authored 'Communication and electronic access: medical radiation science clinical centres’ perspective' with Yolanda Surjan, exploring electronic communication in clinical placements. Additional contributions are 'The Experience of Implementing an Interprofessional First Year Experience for Undergraduate Students' (Journal of University Teaching & Learning Practice, co-authored with Yolanda Surjan, Gjyn O'Toole, Suzanne Snodgrass, Shane Dempsey, and John Tessier), detailing interprofessional initiatives. Lyall contributed to studies on patient motion in myocardial perfusion SPECT (2004) and serves as an editor for a professional journal, authoring the editorial 'Your future is in your hands' (Volume 39, No. 4). His work supports advancements in MRS education and clinical training.