Dr. Brigitte Borg

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Brigitte Borg is an accredited clinical physiologist specializing in respiratory medicine with 27 years of experience. She serves as the Head of the Physiology Service at Alfred Hospital in Melbourne and holds an adjunct lecturer position in the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine at Monash University. In 2019, Brigitte transitioned to lead the Respiratory Stream for the Hazelwood Health Study, coordinating clinical assessments from 2017 to 2018. Her research interests include lung function interpretation and the utility of the forced oscillation technique for identifying early interstitial lung disease and assessing lung transplant recipients. Brigitte contributed to the book 'Interpreting Lung Function Tests: Step-by-Step Guide' published in 2014 and has played a significant role in developing spirometry training courses. Additionally, she has contributed to various research projects aimed at understanding and enhancing management of chronic respiratory conditions in primary care and has expertise related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Brigitte has collaborated extensively with other researchers to advance knowledge in her field, receiving accolades such as the Denis Robertson Poster Prize in Respiratory Medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Head, Physiology Service

— Present

Alfred Hospital • Melbourne

Leading the Physiology Service in the Respiratory Medicine department.

Adjunct Lecturer

— Present

Monash University • Melbourne

Teaching and conducting research in the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine.

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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