Michel Tchan

Clinical Associate Professor Michel Tchan is affiliated with the University of Sydney, specializing in genetic and metabolic disorders. He leads the NSW Adult Genetic Metabolic Disorders Clinic and focuses on lysosomal storage diseases like Fabry and Pompe, neurogenetic disorders, and renal genetics. His research emphasizes clinical aspects and collaborative programs investigating neurological function in metabolic conditions.

Education:

• BMedSc (Bachelor of Medical Science)
• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
• PhD
• FRACP (Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians)

Research Interests: Dr. Tchan's work spans lysosomal storage disorders, neurogenetic and renal genetic diseases, and metabolic syndromes. He collaborates on projects analyzing neurological impacts of Pompe and Fabry diseases and contributes to clinical trials and diagnostic advancements in genetic medicine.

Publications: His recent work includes studies on biomarkers for childhood dementia, dystonia mimics, and mitochondrial diagnostics. Key themes include genetic diagnostics, metabolic pathway analysis, and treatment guidelines for rare diseases like Fabry and Pompe.

Grants: Received funding for the MitoHOPE program, focusing on mitochondrial donation outcomes in Australia.