Will Parsonage

Professor Will Parsonage is a clinical director at the Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI) and a senior staff cardiologist at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital and St Vincent's Private Hospital. He holds a Professorship at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) and serves as an Adjunct Professor. His research focuses on cardiovascular disease, including heart attack detection in chest pain patients and heart disease during pregnancy, with national and international impact influencing clinical guidelines. He leads the AusHSI Cardiac Health Services Program and participates in global initiatives like The Lancet Commission on Ischaemic Heart Disease.

Education: Doctor of Medicine (University of Nottingham). Professional Affiliations: Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand, Royal Australasian College of Physicians, and European Society of Cardiology.

Research Interests: Prioritizes translating clinical research into practice, particularly improving healthcare for cardiology patients through policy and implementation. Key areas include acute coronary syndrome diagnostics, maternal cardiac care, and digital health innovations for chronic disease management.

Publications: Over 130+ peer-reviewed articles, including high-impact studies in Heart, Lancet, and European Heart Journal. Recent work emphasizes troponin testing algorithms, mobile health applications for atrial fibrillation, and cost-effectiveness of medical interventions.

Awards: Recognized for clinical excellence and research contributions, including roles as a judge for prestigious cardiology awards and leadership in healthcare quality initiatives.

Teaching: Extensive experience as a lecturer and examiner across universities, including QUT and the University of Queensland, covering cardiology, medical ultrasound, and clinical pharmacy.