Dr. Rodrigo Rizzo

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rodrigo Rizzo is a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Health Sciences, University of New South Wales. With over 20 years of experience as a physiotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, he has dedicated his career to helping individuals manage chronic pain. His research interests lie in implementing evidence-based practices in primary care and developing innovative non-pharmacological interventions to manage chronic pain, particularly in relation to back pain. Rizzo utilizes cutting-edge digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and mobile applications, to bridge the gap between evidence and practice. He has conducted randomized controlled trials and evaluations focusing on non-pharmacological interventions for chronic low back pain and has pioneered approaches that combine hypnotic suggestions with experiential components for pain management. Rizzo has established significant industry-academic partnerships aimed at enhancing chronic pain management in primary care settings across various hospitals in Australia.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

— Present

University of New South Wales • Randwick, NSW, Australia

Leading research initiatives and projects focused on chronic pain management and digital health innovations.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.