Bhajan Singh

Bhajan Singh is a Clinical Professor at the School of Human Sciences, University of Western Australia. He also serves as Head of Department for Pulmonary Physiology & Sleep Medicine at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and Director of the West Australian Sleep Disorders Research Institute. With extensive experience in respiratory and sleep medicine, Professor Singh leads a productive academic clinical sleep disorders service and has published widely in his field.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in Physiology (2014) from University of Western Australia with thesis on "The function of the human diaphragm as a volume pump and measurement of its efficiency"
• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery) from University of Queensland (1986)
• Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (1995)

Professor Singh's research focuses on sleep medicine and respiratory physiology, with particular expertise in obstructive sleep apnea, sleep-disordered breathing, and respiratory muscle function. His work contributes significantly to understanding cardiorespiratory complications in sleep disorders and developing improved diagnostic and treatment approaches. He has established himself as a leading researcher in polysomnography and non-invasive ventilation techniques for sleep-related breathing disorders.

His recent publications show a strong trend toward clinical trials and observational studies in sleep medicine, with emphasis on obstructive sleep apnea diagnostics and treatment. There's a clear focus on practical clinical applications, including surgical interventions, pharmacological management, and risk assessment for complications. His collaborative work spans multiple institutions and countries.

Professor Singh has received notable recognition for his contributions to the field:

• Australian Lung Foundation-Boehringer Ingelheim Chronic Airflow Limitation Fellowship
• Thoracic Society of Australia & New Zealand (TSANZ) John Reid prize for physiological research (awarded twice)

As an academic leader, Professor Singh has mentored students and junior researchers while directing research institutes and heading hospital departments. His work has been cited over 1,000 times, reflecting the impact of his contributions to the field.

Professor Singh leads the West Australian Sleep Disorders Research Institute, which focuses on advancing understanding and treatment of sleep disorders through clinical research and innovation. The institute collaborates with multiple hospitals and research centers to address critical questions in sleep medicine and improve patient outcomes for those with sleep-related breathing disorders.