Lisa Amir

Professor Lisa Amir AM is a distinguished Principal Research Fellow at La Trobe University's Judith Lumley Centre in Melbourne, Australia, where she has been conducting groundbreaking research since 2006. She simultaneously serves as a Medical Officer for Lactation at the Royal Women's Hospital since 2002 and as Editor-in-Chief of the International Breastfeeding Journal since 2006. Her dual expertise bridges clinical practice and academic research in breastfeeding medicine.

Education:

• MBBS from Monash University, Australia
• MMed(Women's Health) from University of Melbourne, Australia
• PhD from La Trobe University, Australia
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBLCE) since 1989
• Online Certificate in Implementation Science from University of California, San Francisco

Professor Amir's research primarily focuses on breastfeeding medicine, with particular expertise in mastitis, nipple pain, breast milk supply issues, and medication use during lactation. Her work spans epidemiological studies, clinical trials, and qualitative investigations into women's breastfeeding experiences, with recent emphasis on mastitis management, galactagogues, and breastfeeding challenges among women with medical conditions.

Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to understanding lactational mastitis, breastfeeding outcomes in women with diabetes, and interventions to support milk supply. Recent work shows a growing interest in specialized populations including women with visual impairments, preterm birth scenarios, and those experiencing trauma.

Scientific Recognition:

• Member of the Order of Australia (AM)

Professor Amir leads significant research initiatives including the NHMRC-funded project 'A paradigm shift in lactational mastitis' (2022-2025), which aims to transform mastitis management through evidence-based approaches. Her work has substantial clinical impact, directly informing healthcare provider practices and breastfeeding support services across Australia and internationally.

Through her leadership at the Judith Lumley Centre and editorial role at the International Breastfeeding Journal, Professor Amir continues to shape the field of lactation medicine while maintaining active clinical engagement at the Royal Women's Hospital.