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Dr. Yet Hong Khor is an Associate Professor (Research) in Immunology at Monash University, with clinical appointments at Alfred Health and Austin Health. She is a dual-trained Respiratory and Sleep Physician and an emerging leader in interstitial lung disease (ILD) and oxygen therapy research, ranked in the top 0.1% globally in ILD research by Expertscape.
Education:
- PhD in Interstitial Lung Disease and Oxygen Therapy, University of Melbourne (2019)
- Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (1st Class Honours), University of Tasmania (2007)
- Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) in Respiratory Medicine, University of Tasmania (2005)
Her research focuses on risk prediction, disease management, and quality improvement in ILD and oxygen therapy, with the ultimate goal of early diagnosis and improved treatment pathways for pulmonary fibrosis. Her work integrates clinical innovation, patient-centered outcomes, and translational research.
Her recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on clinical guidelines, drug-induced lung disease, telemedicine in ILD, and patient-reported outcomes. Themes include risk modeling, treatment adherence, and innovative care delivery models such as telehealth and nurse-led services.
Scientific Awards:
- NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellowship
- Australian Endeavour Executive Leadership Award (2019)
- Austin Medical Research Foundation Bernie Sweet Clinical Research Fellowship (2021)
- American Thoracic Society International Conference Awards (2019, 2021)
- Australasian Rare Lung Disease Conference Best Poster Award (2021)
- Lizotte Family Grant-in-Aid for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Dr. Khor actively supervises physicians in training, Honours, Masters, and HDR students, with mentorship leading to conference presentations and publications. She holds leadership roles in national and international research projects, including investigator-initiated ILD programs and telemedicine models. She also contributes extensively to academic service, serving on organizing committees for major respiratory conferences and as Associate Editor for journals including Respirology Case Reports and European Respiratory Journal.
She leads the Austin Health Oxygen Service and is a key specialist in ILD services at both Austin and Alfred Health, integrating clinical leadership with research innovation.
