Okhee Yoo

Okhee Yoo is a Research Fellow, Casual Teaching member, and Lecturer at the University of Western Australia (UWA), affiliated with the School of Allied Health, Pharmacy, and the UWA Medical School. She holds an external position as Senior Research Officer at The Kids Research Institute Australia (Telethon Kids Institute). Her research focuses on pharmacometrics, pediatric drug formulation, and optimizing antibiotic regimens, particularly in neonatal and pediatric populations. Yoo leads projects such as the JELLYFISH trial, exploring pre-procedural chewables to reduce fasting distress in children undergoing surgery, and studies on penicillin efficacy thresholds for streptococcal infections.

Her work spans antimicrobial pharmacokinetics, drug delivery methods (e.g., subcutaneous vs. intravenous antibiotics), and translational research to improve pediatric care. Grants include funding for trials on oral treatment palatability for tinea in children and long-acting antibiotic formulations for syphilis.

Yoo collaborates on multidisciplinary teams addressing global health challenges like rheumatic fever prevention and neonatal infection management. Her research emphasizes real-world clinical applications, bridging pharmacological innovation with pediatric patient needs.