معرفی
Dr. Denise Azar is a Research Fellow in the School of Rural Health at Monash University, focusing on health literacy, rural health inequities, and healthcare accessibility. She holds a PhD from Deakin University, where her thesis examined physical activity and depressive symptoms in young women. Her current work addresses health literacy interventions for rural populations, particularly in cardiac care and chronic disease management. Azar is actively involved in collaborative projects like the ENHEARTEN study and co-design initiatives to improve patient-clinician communication.
Education:
- PhD, Deakin University (Thesis: Physical Activity and Depressive Symptoms in Young Women)
- Background in Population Health Planning, Program Evaluation, and Health Services Research
Research Interests:
- Health literacy interventions targeting rural communities
- Socioeconomic factors influencing healthcare access
- Cardiac service accessibility and patient experiences
- Qualitative methodologies in healthcare evaluation
Key Projects:
- Primary Investigator: Health Literacy Challenges in Residential Aged Care (2024–2026)
- Chief Investigator: Rural Cancer Patient Support (2025–2028)
- Co-design of Patient-Clinician Communication Tools (2024–2027)
Awards:
- Best Poster Presentation Award (2022)
Grants & Activities:
- Contributed to 3 active research projects with funding for rural health initiatives
- Presented at major conferences including National Rural Health Conference (2024) and Global Summit on Health Literacy (2024)
- Collaborations with Victorian Heart Institute and multiple healthcare providers
Labs/Teams: Engaged with interdisciplinary teams at Monash University’s School of Rural Health and the Victorian Heart Hospital.
