What is your favourite thing about your role?
I enjoy interacting with people living with heart disease when I conducted focus groups about peer support programs. They provided great insights through sharing their lived experiences. I have learned a lot about their heart conditions and how the peer support program has assisted in their recovery journey.
What are you working on at the moment?
We are about to recruit participants very soon. Currently, I am working on promoting the trial via social media, newsletters, and education sessions with potential participants. I am also drafting a manuscript which examines the co-design process of developing a digital peer support mobile application for people with heart disease.
Why is this project especially interesting or important to you?
This project has the potential to improve social connection and provide emotional support among people living with heart disease. They are the people who often feel lonely after experiencing a cardiac event. Implementing a digital peer support program could also be replicated and upscaled in other health areas.
Tell us about something fun you’ve done with the SOLVE-CHD team!
We have just had our annual work retreat. It was a valuable experience to learn from my team members about the amazing work they are doing. We also spent quality time together playing barefoot bowls and doing team building activities.
What is a recent achievement you’re proud of?
I completed two marathons in Sydney and Hong Kong within 4 months. I achieved my personal best where I finished my second marathon in 4 hours 18 minutes.
What do you like to do outside of research?
Running in a group while enjoying the beautiful scenic views in Sydney.
