Dr. Kate Leslie, AO, MBBS, MD, MEpid, MHlthServMt, FANZCA, FAHMS

Kate Leslie, AO, MBBS, MD, MEpid, MHlthServMt, FANZCA, FAHMS is an anesthesiologist at Royal Melbourne Hospital and University of Melbourne in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and a leading figure in anaesthesia outcomes, clinical trials and medical governance. She is appointed as Head of Research, Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management, and Honorary Professor.

Particular areas of attention include depth of anaesthesia and accidental awareness, perioperative outcomes in major non-cardiac surgery and anaesthesia clinical trial design. She was appointed Officer of the Order of Australia, 2016.

An anesthesiologist is a medical doctor who manages anaesthesia and the physiological care of patients around surgery. The subspecialty work of Dr. Kate Leslie lies in anaesthesia outcomes, clinical trials and medical governance.

Essential Details For Dr. Kate Leslie

• Full Name And Credentials: Kate Leslie, AO, MBBS, MD, MEpid, MHlthServMt, FANZCA, FAHMS
• Specialty: Anesthesiology
• Subspecialty Focus: Anaesthesia outcomes, clinical trials and medical governance
• Current Position: Head of Research, Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management, and Honorary Professor
• Institution: Royal Melbourne Hospital and University of Melbourne
• Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Where Dr. Kate Leslie Trained

The training record below is drawn from the institutional and society sources listed at the end of this profile.

• Medical Degree: MBBS, University of Melbourne, 1985
• Residency: Anaesthesia training in Melbourne and San Francisco
• Specialist Certification: Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, March 1993
• Doctorate: MD, University of Melbourne, 1998
• Graduate Degrees: Master of Epidemiology, Monash University, 2003, and Master of Health Service Management, Monash University, 2014
• Further Qualification: Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, 2007

Dr. Kate Leslie Practice Focus

Published professional sources describe the clinical and academic work of Dr. Kate Leslie as centred on:

• Depth of anaesthesia and accidental awareness
• Perioperative outcomes in major non-cardiac surgery
• Anaesthesia clinical trial design
• Specialist medical education and accreditation
• Sedation and anaesthesia for procedural care

Institutional And Society Roles Of Dr. Kate Leslie

• Head of Research, Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management, Royal Melbourne Hospital
• Honorary Professor, Centre for Integrated Critical Care, Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne
• President and Chair of the Board of Directors, Australian Medical Council
• Past President, Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, 2010 to 2012
• Chair, ANZCA Clinical Trials Network
• Past Chair, Council of Presidents of Medical Colleges
• Co-investigator on the B-Aware and ENIGMA trials

Recognition And Academic Standing Of Dr. Kate Leslie

• Officer of the Order of Australia, 2016
• Doctor of Medical Science honoris causa, University of Melbourne, 2017, the first anaesthetist to receive this honour
• Excellence in Research Award, American Society of Anesthesiologists, 2025
• Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences, elected 2015
• Woman in Medicine Award, Australian Medical Association, 2014
• Robert Orton Medal, Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists
• Author of more than 140 research papers

Where Dr. Kate Leslie Practises

Royal Melbourne Hospital and University of Melbourne

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Clinical commitments at this institution are arranged through its departments and preoperative services. Confirm the current street address, department and telephone number with the institution before travelling, because academic appointments and clinic sites change.

Background On Perioperative Medicine

Perioperative medicine looks at the whole surgical journey rather than the hours in theatre alone, from preparing a patient beforehand to recovery weeks later. Large randomised trials in this field test which drugs, fluids, temperatures and blood pressure targets genuinely improve survival and recovery. Findings from this work shape routine practice in hospitals worldwide.

Related Doctors In Perioperative Medicine

If you are comparing specialists, these anesthesiologists work in closely related areas:

• Dr. Michael Avidan, perioperative outcomes research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and Barnes-Jewish Hospital
• Dr. Monty Mythen, perioperative medicine at University College London
• Dr. Paul Myles, perioperative medicine at Alfred Hospital and Monash University
• Dr. Tong Joo Gan, enhanced recovery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Browse the full anesthesiologist directory for more specialists.

Referral Pathway And Insurance For Dr. Kate Leslie

Anesthesiologists are usually brought into a patient’s care by a surgeon, a hospital preoperative clinic or a pain service rather than through direct booking. Insurance participation varies by hospital and by plan, and it changes over time. Check coverage with both the institution and your insurer before scheduling, and ask whether the named anesthesiologist will personally be involved in your care.

Quick Answers About Dr. Kate Leslie

What does Dr. Kate Leslie specialise in?

Dr. Kate Leslie is an anesthesiologist whose work centres on anaesthesia outcomes, clinical trials and medical governance. Particular areas of focus include depth of anaesthesia and accidental awareness and perioperative outcomes in major non-cardiac surgery.

Where does Dr. Kate Leslie practise?

Dr. Kate Leslie is based at Royal Melbourne Hospital and University of Melbourne in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Where did Dr. Kate Leslie go to medical school?

MBBS, University of Melbourne, 1985. Full training details appear in the education section above.

What are the qualifications of Dr. Kate Leslie?

Kate Leslie, AO, MBBS, MD, MEpid, MHlthServMt, FANZCA, FAHMS. Specialist training in Anaesthesia training in Melbourne and San Francisco. Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, March 1993.

Is Dr. Kate Leslie board certified?

Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, March 1993. Patients and referring clinicians should confirm current licensure and certification status directly with the relevant medical board or hospital.

What position does Dr. Kate Leslie hold?

Dr. Kate Leslie is Head of Research, Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management, and Honorary Professor, based at Royal Melbourne Hospital and University of Melbourne.

Citations And Further Reading On Dr. Kate Leslie

• Royal Melbourne Hospital clinician profile
• Australian Medical Council
• Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences fellowship citation

Last Reviewed And Sourcing For Dr. Kate Leslie

This profile was compiled from the public professional sources listed above, including institutional faculty pages, hospital provider directories and specialty society records. Credentials, appointments and awards were checked against at least two independent sources where available. Last reviewed on 30 October 2026.

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Important Notice About This Dr. Kate Leslie Listing

Information only, not medical advice. Location, specialty, insurance and availability change, so confirm details with Royal Melbourne Hospital and University of Melbourne.