Neil Pillinger

Dr. Neil Pillinger is a Clinical Lecturer affiliated with the Central Clinical School at the University of Sydney. His research focuses on prehabilitation strategies, surgical outcomes, and cardiopulmonary exercise testing in cancer surgery patients. He has contributed to international studies on postoperative delirium management, preoperative risk stratification, and functional capacity assessment. Dr. Pillinger’s work emphasizes improving patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and multidisciplinary collaboration.

His research priorities include validating predictive models for surgical outcomes, optimizing prehabilitation protocols, and enhancing understanding of physiological mechanisms like the endothelial glycocalyx. He has led and contributed to pilot trials, systematic reviews, and international Delphi studies to advance perioperative care.

Dr. Pillinger’s publications span journals in anesthesiology, oncology, and surgical specialties, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach. His work bridges clinical practice and research, aiming to reduce complications and improve recovery trajectories for surgical patients.