Jason Ong

Jason Ong

Graduate Research Topic

Title: Screening for human papillomavirus and its sequelae in men who have sex with men living with HIV.
Years: 2013 - 2016
Supervisors: Prof Christopher Fairley, Prof Meredith Temple-Smith, Prof Marcus Chen, Prof Phillip Clarke

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

I went to the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine for my post-doc and deep-dived into the world of health economics. Since then, I have worked as a sexual health physician and am the Head of HIV/STI Economics and Health Preference Research at Melbourne Sexual Health Centre.

What was the best thing about your GR?

I enjoyed the collegiality of the Department and the wonderful support (academically and psychosocially) to get me through my PhD.

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

Stay engaged with the various activities of the Department and contribute. The more you put in, the more you receive. Ultimately, enjoy the process - it is a wonderful 'protected' time to learn and grow.