Dr Simon Joosten

Dr Simon Joosten is a highly regarded Consultant Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Physician based in East Melbourne, Australia. With a dedicated focus on diagnosing and managing complex sleep disorders and lung conditions, Dr Joosten is committed to delivering personalised, evidence-based care. He specialises in the assessment of obstructive sleep apnoea, central sleep apnoea, and upper airway physiology, helping patients achieve better sleep quality and improved respiratory health. His clinical approach is deeply reassuring, focusing on tailoring treatments to each patient's unique physiological needs.

As an internationally recognised leader in sleep apnoea physiology, Dr Joosten actively contributes to the advancement of his field through clinical research. He has a particular interest in the control of breathing and has pioneered the clinical application of novel physiological measurements to better understand sleep disorders. Dr Joosten is also a key proponent of alternative therapies for patients who struggle with standard treatments, having published significant research on CPAP-alternative forms of treatment. His expertise extends to advanced diagnostic techniques, including bronchoscopy and bedside ultrasound, ensuring comprehensive care for a wide range of respiratory conditions.

Dr Joosten obtained his medical degree in 2004, which included a research dissertation in the history and philosophy of science. He completed his specialist training in respiratory and sleep medicine at major Australian healthcare institutions, obtaining his specialist qualification in 2011. Furthering his academic pursuits, he completed a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) focusing on sleep apnoea physiology, which included research sabbaticals at a prestigious international institution. Dr Joosten is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) and holds active memberships with the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand (TSANZ) and the Australasian Sleep Association (ASA).