Dr Louisa Chou obtained her medical degree with honours from Monash University and

after graduating has worked in several large tertiary hospitals including Royal Melbourne

Hospital, Box Hill Hospital and the Alfred Hospital. She completed her PhD with Monash University and has authored 20 publications in internationally peer-reviewed journals examining low back pain, osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis and osteoporosis. A particular area of interest has focused on patients’ needs for health care for musculoskeletal disorders.  Her research has been presented at several prestigious international and national conferences.  Dr Chou has also been a sub-investigator for several clinical trials for Monash University.  Dr Chou is also a senior staff specialist at the Alfred Hospital. In addition to clinical and research roles, Dr Chou enjoys teaching undergraduate medical students and supervises training doctors. 

Dr Chou’s main interests are inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disorders, osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal disorders. She understands the importance of patient-centred care and strives to provide personalised care.