Christine Longman AO

Christine Longman  AO

Graduate Research Topic

Title: Influences on Opioid Pharmacotherapy Prescribing in general practice in Victoria (M.Med thesis)
Years: 2007 - 2009
Supervisors: Professor Meredith Temple- Smith, Professor Nicholas Lintzeris, Dr Gail Gilchrist

What has happened in your career since you completed your GR?

I have continued to work in general practice and treat patients with substance use issues. I undertook three small research projects and published the outcomes with supervision of Professor Temple-Smith.

What was the best thing about your GR?

I learnt a lot about research and how it interacts with general practice. I improved my writing skills enormously and met a range of academics and students who helped me broaden my thinking.

What is one piece of advice you would give to current GR students?

Set time aside and work regularly on the project even when feeling unmotivated. Meet regularly with the supervisor(s) which also helps with motivation. I was working in full-time in general practice over the two years of the research so good discipline was very important in its completion.