Dr Chris Lynch
PhD, RMIT University | PGC (Teaching Higher Education) | BSc(Hons) | MSc (Sport and Exercise)

Non-Communicable Diseases and Implementation Science
University of Melbourne supervisor
La Trobe University supervisor
Research Fellow
chris.lynch@baker.edu.auAs a Research Fellow at the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, my work is dedicated to tackling the challenges of diabetes and cardiovascular disease — two of the most pressing global health concerns. My research focuses on developing innovative, digitally supported solutions to prevent complications, enhance self-management, and ultimately improve health outcomes and quality of life.
I specialise in chronic disease management and the role of eHealth technologies in supporting sustainable self-management and optimising health outcomes. eHealth tools enable individuals to monitor and manage symptoms, support medication taking, and adopt healthier lifestyle behaviours, whether through behaviour change strategies or by seeking appropriate support. My work includes the co-design of technology-enabled ecosystems, which, when integrated with guidance from healthcare professionals, offer effective self-management solutions for people living with diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Currently, with the support of the Danish Diabetes and Endocrinology Academy and the Steno Diabetes Centre Copenhagen, I am exploring digital social prescribing — the digital referral of individuals to non-medical services, such as community resources and peer support networks. This approach addresses critical gaps in person-centred diabetes care, ensuring that people with diabetes receive comprehensive, holistic support. By bridging the gap between clinical care and community-based interventions, my research aims to improve the health and well-being of individuals with diabetes and other complex long-term conditions in both Denmark and Australia.