About
Professor Neil Piller is a leading lymphologist and Director of the Lymphoedema Clinical Research Unit at Flinders University. He is a Full Member of the College of Medicine and Public Health and the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute.
- Initiator of Flinders University's MD Program Advanced Studies Stream
- Board member of the International Society of Lymphology and Vice Chair of the International Lymphoedema Framework
- Chief Editor of the "Journal of Lymphoedema" (UK), with editorial roles in "Phlebology" (USA) and "Lymphology" (USA)
His research spans lymphatic physiology, oedema management, and digital health interventions, focusing on objective assessment tools like bioimpedance spectroscopy and innovative self-care models. Recent work examines AI/e-learning integration and rural healthcare accessibility.
2024 publications highlight advancements in:
- eHealth/mHealth for lymphoedema self-management
- Digital therapy platforms (Fast’n Go™)
- Breast cancer-related lymphoedema prevalence
- Vibration therapy for fluid dynamics
Scientific accolades include the 2016 Australasian Lymphology Lifetime Contribution Award and the 2011 Gold Medal for Lymphoedema Research. He has supervised 14+ PhD/MSc students and led clinical trials on compression garments, negative pressure therapy, and pharmacological treatments.
