Dr Mark Howard

Dr Mark Howard is a highly respected Consultant Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Physician who is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centred care. With a clinical focus on both respiratory health and sleep disorders, he works closely with individuals to diagnose and manage a wide range of complex conditions. Dr Howard is committed to improving his patients' quality of life by delivering evidence-based treatments tailored to their unique needs, ensuring they feel supported and reassured throughout their healthcare journey.

Dr Howard completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and subsequently obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) focusing on respiratory and sleep health. He also holds a Graduate Diploma in Epidemiology and Biostatistics. As a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP), he maintains active involvement in the wider medical community. Dr Howard is a member of several prestigious professional bodies, including the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the Sleep Health Foundation.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Howard is a prominent researcher and academic, holding appointments as a Clinical Professor and Adjunct Associate Professor. His research contributions focus on sleep health, road safety, occupational health, and the management of acute and domiciliary respiratory failure. He has also served in key leadership roles, including directing state-wide respiratory support services and contributing to international working groups dedicated to public health and safety. His deep expertise in long-term ventilation and sleep-wake disorders allows him to offer advanced, specialised care to patients experiencing complex breathing and sleep difficulties.