Dr Shyong worked as a community pharmacist for 3 years prior to entering medical school. Since obtaining his medical degree in 2014 from the University of Queensland, he has worked at Princess Alexandra Hospital, QEII Jubilee Hospital and Redland Hospital, rotating through a variety of specialities including General Medicine, General Surgery, Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Urology and Orthopaedics. His special interests include emergency medicine and procedural skills.