Dr. Ashfaq Chauhan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ashfaq Chauhan is a registered physiotherapist and an early career researcher specializing in health services research, patient safety, and quality improvement, specifically amongst culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. With a background in physiotherapy and various higher education degrees, Ashfaq has over 13 years of experience working within the Australian healthcare system. His work concentrates on developing equity-focused programs and evaluating patient safety outcomes. His research methodology is inclusive, employing co-design approaches that actively engage end-users and consumers. He is a member of various professional networks including the Psycho-Oncology Co-operative Research Group and supervises postgraduate research students at Macquarie University. Ashfaq's contributions to health research have garnered multiple awards, signifying his impact within the field. He is also multilingual, speaking Hindi, Gujarati, and Urdu.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2023-04-01 — Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia

Conducts research focused on patient safety and equity in health outcomes among CALD communities. Supervises students and collaborates with national health stakeholders.

Research Teaching Assistant

2017-09-01 — Present

School of Population Health, University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Assisted in teaching and guiding research students in public health initiatives.

Senior Physiotherapist

2010-01-01 — Present

Vivir Healthcare Pty Ltd • Sydney, Australia

Provided physiotherapy services in an Australian healthcare setting.

Awards

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NSW Premier's Award Outstanding Cancer Research: Outstanding Early Career Researcher

2024-11-21
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Macquarie University Early Career Researcher Showcase Impact Award

2023-11-23

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).