Toby Lea

Dr. Toby Lea is an applied social health researcher affiliated with the Centre for Social Research in Health at UNSW Sydney and the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS) at La Trobe University. His work bridges public health, LGBTQ+ wellbeing, and innovative therapeutic approaches.

His research focuses on psychedelic-assisted therapies for mental and substance use disorders and substance use patterns in LGBTQ+ communities, particularly among gay and bisexual men. He explores intersections of chemsex practices, HIV prevention (including PrEP), harm reduction strategies, and social determinants of health.

Analysis of his 15 most recent articles reveals expertise in HIV epidemiology, substance use dynamics, and psychedelic microdosing. Key methodologies include behavioral surveillance, cohort studies, and cultural analysis of drug use in queer contexts.

He is a member of Harm Reduction Australia and an associate member of the Australasian Society for HIV Medicine. His work emphasizes translating research into policy and clinical practice, particularly for marginalized populations.