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The Socioeconomic Impact of Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBI) in Malaysia
✓ Fully Funded
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🎓 Epidemiology
🎓 Health Informatics
🎓 Pharmacy
🎓 Physiology
🎓 Public Health
funded PhD
health economics
IBS research
Malaysia PhD
epidemiology
gut brain interaction
public health
quality of life
Funded PhD at Monash University Malaysia exploring the socioeconomic impact of gut-brain disorders like IBS. Combine real-world clinical data and patient insights to improve healthcare outcomes.
Project Description
This PhD project investigates the socioeconomic burden of Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction (DGBI), including conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Functional Dyspepsia (FD), and Functional Constipation (FC).
The research will focus on understanding both the healthcare system impact and patient experience, using a dual-method approach:
Retrospective cohort analysis of healthcare resource utilisation (HRU) from medical records
Cross-sectional surveys assessing productivity loss and quality of life (QoL)
By integrating clinical data with patient-reported outcomes, this project aims to deliver a comprehensive understanding of economic burden and real-life impact.
This research will contribute to:
Improved healthcare policy and planning
Better patient support strategies
Enhanced understanding of chronic gastrointestinal conditions
This is a strong opportunity for candidates interested in health research, epidemiology, and real-world data analysis.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have:
First Class Honors (H1) or equivalent qualification
Must meet English language requirements
Ideal Background:
Epidemiology
Public Health
Pharmacy
Health Data / Research
First Class Honors (H1) or equivalent qualification
Must meet English language requirements
Ideal Background:
Epidemiology
Public Health
Pharmacy
Health Data / Research
How to Apply
Contact the main supervisor (Dr Teoh Siew Li)
Submit an Expression of Interest (EoI) with research proposal
If shortlisted, proceed to full application and interview
Submit an Expression of Interest (EoI) with research proposal
If shortlisted, proceed to full application and interview
Eligibility
UK/Home
EU
International
Supervisor Profile
DS
Dr Siew Li Teoh, Prof Shaun Lee, Dr Ruth Sim, Prof Zanfina AdemiDelaney, Assoc Prof Kia Fatt Quek, Assoc Prof Chun Wie Chong
Monash University Malaysia, Pharmacy
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