Dr. Paul S. Myles, MBBS, MPH, MD, DSc, FANZCA, FAHMS

Paul S. Myles, MBBS, MPH, MD, DSc, FANZCA, FAHMS practises as an anesthesiologist at Alfred Hospital and Monash University in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, with a career centred on perioperative medicine, cardiac anaesthesia and large clinical trials. He serves as Professor and Director of the Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine.

The research and clinical emphasis of Dr. Paul Myles falls on large randomised perioperative clinical trials, accidental awareness under anaesthesia and depth monitoring and cardiac and trauma anaesthesia. He is a recipient of the Awarded more than 25 competitive national research grants totalling over 35 million Australian dollars.

Anesthesiology covers anaesthesia, perioperative medicine, intensive care and pain management. Dr. Paul Myles is most closely associated with perioperative medicine, cardiac anaesthesia and large clinical trials.

Quick Reference For Dr. Paul Myles

• Full Name And Credentials: Paul S. Myles, MBBS, MPH, MD, DSc, FANZCA, FAHMS
• Specialty: Anesthesiology
• Subspecialty Focus: Perioperative medicine, cardiac anaesthesia and large clinical trials
• Current Position: Professor and Director of the Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
• Institution: Alfred Hospital and Monash University
• Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

How Dr. Paul Myles Trained

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

• Medical Degree: MBBS, Monash University, 1981
• Residency: Anaesthesia training, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne
• Graduate Degree: Master of Public Health in epidemiology and statistics, Monash University, 1995
• Doctorate: MD in clinical aspects of cardiothoracic anaesthesia, Monash University, 1996
• Higher Doctorate: DSc for work on large clinical trials in perioperative medicine, Monash University, 2016
• Specialist Certification: Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists

Dr. Paul Myles Clinical Interests

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

• Large randomised perioperative clinical trials
• Accidental awareness under anaesthesia and depth monitoring
• Cardiac and trauma anaesthesia
• Fluid therapy and transfusion in major surgery
• Measuring quality of recovery after surgery

Appointments And Leadership Roles Of Dr. Paul Myles

• Professor and Director, Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Alfred Hospital and Monash University
• Founder of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists Clinical Trials Network, now one of the largest clinical trial networks in the world
• National Health and Medical Research Council Practitioner Fellow
• Editor, British Journal of Anaesthesia
• Editorial Consultant, The Lancet
• Editorial board member, Anesthesiology and Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
• Chief investigator of the B-Aware, MASTER, ENIGMA, ENIGMA-II, ATACAS and RELIEF trials

Honours Received By Dr. Paul Myles

• Excellence in Research Award, American Society of Anesthesiologists, 2017
• Clinical Trial of the Year, Australian Clinical Trials Alliance, 2017, for the ATACAS trial
• Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences
• Awarded more than 25 competitive national research grants totalling over 35 million Australian dollars
• Published landmark trials in The Lancet and the New England Journal of Medicine

Dr. Paul Myles Primary Practice Location

Alfred Hospital and Monash University

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.

Why Perioperative Medicine Matters For Surgical Patients

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.

Doctors Working Alongside Dr. Paul Myles In This Field

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

• Dr. Tong Joo Gan, enhanced recovery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Dr. Andrea Kurz, perioperative outcomes research at Medical University of Graz
• Dr. Bernd Saugel, haemodynamic monitoring at University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Center of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine
• Dr. Daniel Sessler, perioperative outcomes research at UTHealth Houston

Browse the full anesthesiologist directory for more specialists.

Appointment And Coverage Guidance For Dr. Paul Myles

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.

What People Ask About Dr. Paul Myles

Is Dr. Paul Myles board certified?

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

What position does Dr. Paul Myles hold?

Dr. Paul Myles is Professor and Director of the Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, based at Alfred Hospital and Monash University.

What does an anesthesiologist do?

An anesthesiologist is a physician who plans and manages anaesthesia and pain control, and who monitors breathing, heart function, circulation and comfort during surgery and recovery. The role also covers preoperative assessment and critical care.

What is perioperative medicine?

Perioperative Medicine is the area of anesthesiology concerned with perioperative medicine, cardiac anaesthesia and large clinical trials. Clinicians working in this area, including Dr. Paul Myles, aim to make surgery and recovery safer and more comfortable.

Has Dr. Paul Myles received professional recognition?

Yes. Excellence in Research Award, American Society of Anesthesiologists, 2017. Further awards and distinctions are listed above.

Does Dr. Paul Myles hold leadership roles in the specialty?

Yes. Professor and Director, Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Alfred Hospital and Monash University. A fuller list of appointments appears above.

Where The Information About Dr. Paul Myles Comes From

• Monash University research profile
• Alfred Health Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
• American Society of Anesthesiologists Excellence in Research Award

Editorial Standards For This Dr. Paul Myles Listing

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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Disclaimer For This Perioperative Medicine Listing

Information only, not medical advice. Location, specialty, insurance and availability change, so confirm details with Alfred Hospital and Monash University.