Professional background
Dr Shom Bhattacharjee is a distinguished rheumatologist who graduated from Monash University in 2001. He completed his specialist training in Rheumatology and General Internal Medicine in Australia and gained international experience at renowned institutions in the United Kingdom. Dr Bhattacharjee has a broad range of rheumatological interests, including the management of inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disease, and difficult gout. He is particularly skilled in performing caudal epidural injections to alleviate back pain and specialises in the peri-operative medical care of surgical patients.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr Bhattacharjee has a keen interest in musculoskeletal and sports medicine, stemming from his personal commitment to fitness. He has played competitive tennis and continues to engage in resistance training. His expertise extends to advising national-level athletes on training, nutrition, injury management, and rehabilitation strategies.
Languages
- English
Telehealth
No
Client groups
- Adults
