People at The George Institute

We have a diverse team of researchers, operational specialists and global partners who work together to improve global health. With extensive knowledge, they provide key insights into our initiatives and drive practical solutions to make meaningful change on both a personal and policy scale. Meet our passionate, world-class team members who drive our innovative programs.

Critical care

Dr. Lachlan Donaldson

Intensive Care Specialist

Health systems science Renal and metabolic

Dr Laura Downey

Program Lead, global program for Universal Health Coverage (UHC)

Food policy

Dr Elizabeth Dunford

Project Consultant

Dr Madhuri Dutta

Head - Centre for Operational Research Excellence

Aritri Dutta

Assistant Research Manager

Emma Feeny

Director, Impact & Engagement

Musculoskeletal

Professor Manuela Ferreira

Program Head, Musculoskeletal Health

Dr Marino Festa

Honorary Senior Fellow

Critical care Renal and metabolic

Professor Simon Finfer AO

Professorial Fellow AO

Health systems science

Belinda Ford

Research Fellow

Tim Fountaine

Board Member

Sarah Fraser

PhD Student

Brain health

Ruth Freed

Program Manager, Brain Health & GMRx2 (hypertension polypill)

Respiratory health Critical care

Dr Shane Galgey

Project Manager & Medical Monitor

Critical care Renal and metabolic

Professor Martin Gallagher

Professorial Fellow

Health systems science Sustainable health

Dr Surekha Garimella

Senior Research Fellow