Dr. Richard Stark

Associate Professor

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Biography

Adjunct Clinical Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Monash University and Deputy Director of Neurology at Alfred Health, Richard Stark has fundamentally transformed the management of headache disorders. Between 2005 and 2022, he served as an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at Monash University and has had past experience as a sessional Neurologist at Peter MacCallum Cancer Institute. Recognized for his leadership, he has held significant roles in the Australian New Zealand Association of Neurologists and currently serves as President Elect of the Australian & New Zealand Headache Association. Stark is committed to education, teaching third to final year medical students at Monash University and delivering a postgraduate course in Occupational Medicine since 2014. His membership with prestigious organizations, including the Australian Medical Association and the American Academy of Neurology, underscores his standing in the field. Stark’s research interests focus on Neurology, particularly Headache and Migraine, contributing to global health improvements as part of initiatives aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Clinical Professor

— Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Led the transformation of headache treatment and education at Monash University.

Deputy Director of Neurology

— Present

Alfred Health • Melbourne, Australia

Oversaw neurology services and patient care.

Awards

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Member of the Order of Australia (AM)

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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