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Honorary Associate Professor in the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine.

Paul is a highly respected infectious disease specialist, with extensive experience in clinical leadership, medical education, and research. As Head of Infectious Diseases at Health New Zealand | Waikato (2018–2025), he has been at the forefront of improving patient outcomes and advancing clinical practice. He has also served as National Clinical Lead for Sepsis Quality Improvement with the Health Quality & Safety Commission Te Tāhū Hauora.

Alongside his leadership, Paul is an accomplished researcher, with over 50 peer-reviewed publications spanning sepsis, infectious disease, and health equity. Following his medical education at The University of Edinburgh, Paul further strengthened his expertise with a PGCert in Statistics and Epidemiology (University of London), a PGCert in Health Management and Leadership (The University of Waikato), and Te Pokaitahi Reo (Te Kaupae 3) from Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, reflecting both his technical depth and cultural responsiveness. His doctorate from the University of Auckland (2023) focused on the epidemiology and impact of sepsis in Aotearoa, further cementing his academic contribution.

As a Fellow of the The Royal Australasian College of Physicians and the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, Paul’s scholarship and service carry international standing.

Paul also brings rich international experience from his time in Singapore as Assistant Professor at the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine , where he held significant educational leadership roles.