Marie-Claire Seeley

Dr Marie-Claire Seeley (RN, PhD) is a Senior Research Fellow at the Adelaide University. With a perspective as a researcher with 'lived experience,' she has dedicated her research efforts to exploring postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). Her significant contributions include the establishment of the only Australian patient registry for POTS, which currently holds more than 500 registrants. Dr. Seeley's research work has elucidated the prevalence of autonomic nervous system disorders in post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC). Her work has also been instrumental in quantifying reduced quality of life compared to age- and sex-matched populations in PASC and POTS.
As the CEO of the Australian POTS Foundation, Dr. Seeley has successful advocated for the adoption of a unique International Disease Code for POTS in Australia. She also serves as a member of the Long COVID Collaboration and facilitator of the ADARC Long COVID Consumer and Community Advisory Committee. Dr. Seeley continues to make significant contributions to the field of autonomic nursing, driving forward research, advocacy, and policy changes to improve outcomes for individuals affected by cardiac dysautonomia.