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Leisa Barron serves as Occupational Health Nurse in the Health, Safety and Wellbeing division at the University of Otago, based in Dunedin. She is a member of the Staff Support Team within the Healthy Campus initiative, where she addresses physical health issues for university staff. Her direct dial is +64 3 479 5152, and she shares the Occupational Health team email ohn@otago.ac.nz. Leisa Barron works alongside colleagues including Chris O'Sullivan and Amy Porter as fellow Occupational Health Nurses, Dr John Heydon as part-time University Doctor, Natasha Robinson as Health Clinic Coordinator, and Carina Perner as Occupational Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisor. The team supports staff wellbeing across Otago's campuses in Dunedin, Christchurch, and Wellington through health compliance, advisory services, and access to medical support.
Leisa Barron was appointed as one of the new occupational health nurses in 2022, succeeding previous team members during a period of transition following retirements in the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Office. Her role contributes to fostering a safe campus environment by managing occupational health concerns and facilitating necessary interventions for staff. Contact details for Leisa Barron are prominently featured on official university webpages dedicated to health and safety compliance and healthy campus resources.
