Dr. Derek Chew

Biography

Derek Chew is a clinical interventional cardiologist and a researcher focused on cardiovascular health systems. He has transitioned to be the Director of MonashHeart at the Victorian Heart Hospital. Previously, he was a Professor of Cardiology at Flinders University and served as the Network Director of Cardiology at Southern Adelaide Health Local Health Network. He has also contributed as a Commissioner for Excellence in Innovation Health in South Australia. Derek completed his Master's in Public Health at the Harvard School of Public Health, with training in epidemiology, trial design, biostatistics, and cost-effectiveness analysis in clinical trials. His PhD thesis explored factors that improve heart attack care in Australia. He holds numerous NHMRC and MRFF grants related to the adaptation of health systems to current and emerging technologies in cardiac care. His work is focused on system factors that drive evidence translation in cardiovascular care, and he holds national and international leadership roles in this field. Derek has authored around 300 manuscripts and book chapters, contributing significantly to his area of expertise.

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