Dr Jeffrey Szer

Dr Jeffrey Szer is a highly respected Consultant Physician and Clinical Haematologist who specialises in General (Internal) Medicine and blood disorders. With a reassuring and patient-centred approach, he focuses on diagnosing and managing both malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions. Dr Szer is particularly recognised for his clinical focus on bone marrow transplantation, stem cell therapies, and the management of complex, ultra-rare diseases. His dedication to providing comprehensive, evidence-based care ensures that patients receive tailored treatment pathways designed to achieve the best possible health outcomes.

Dr Szer completed his undergraduate medical training at Monash University, obtaining his primary medical degrees. He went on to achieve his Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in 1979, originally specialising in Medical Oncology before dedicating his career to Clinical Haematology. He furthered his clinical training with a specialised fellowship in bone marrow transplantation. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr Szer has held prominent leadership roles, including serving as the President of the World Marrow Donor Association and the Worldwide Network for Blood and Marrow Transplantation. He is also an active board member of the International PNH Interest Group and a member of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Group of Myeloma Australia.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Szer is a passionate advocate for research-driven therapeutic development and has served as a principal investigator on numerous clinical trials. His clinical interests encompass classical haematology, lymphoma, myeloma, and rare non-malignant disorders such as paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria (PNH) and Gaucher disease. As a leading authority in his field, he has contributed extensively to medical literature, authoring hundreds of peer-reviewed papers, and has served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Internal Medicine Journal. His commitment to advancing medical knowledge directly translates into cutting-edge, compassionate care for his patients.