Dr Ross Tomlinson
MBBS, FRACP, FRCPA | Clinical Haematologist
Current Positions
- Clinical Haematologist, Icon Cancer Centre Wesley
- Clinical Haematologist, Icon Cancer Centre Chermside
- Clinical Haematologist, St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital
- Associate Lecturer, University of Queensland
Training
Specialist haematology training at Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital
Clinical Philosophy
I provide comprehensive, evidence-based care across the full spectrum of haematological conditions. My practice is grounded in the latest clinical research, contemporary guidelines, and evolving treatment advances to ensure patients receive up-to-date, high-quality care.
Management plans are individualised and may include lifestyle optimisation, nutritional guidance, supportive therapies, targeted treatments, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy where appropriate. I take a holistic approach — addressing not only the disease itself, but the broader health, wellbeing, and long-term outcomes of each patient.
My goal is to combine cutting-edge medical advances with compassionate, personalised care to achieve the best possible results for every individual.
Professional Background
After graduating from Bond University, Dr Tomlinson completed specialist haematology training at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. He is also an associate lecturer at The University of Queensland and is actively involved in clinical trials, research, and education. He holds memberships with a variety of national and international haematology societies.
Dr Tomlinson is experienced in caring for a wide range of malignant and non-malignant blood disorders including leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplasia, thrombosis and haemostasis.
Treatment services include venesection, bone marrow assessment, blood transfusion, chemotherapy, iron infusions, and immunotherapy, all delivered with expertise and a patient-centred approach.
Qualifications
- MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Bond University, 2012)
- FRACP - Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
- FRCPA - Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia
Special Clinical Interests
Dr Ross Tomlinson accepts referrals for malignant and non-malignant blood disorders, with a special clinical interest in:
Selected Publications
Bortezomib use and outcomes for the treatment of multiple myeloma
C. Loke, P. Mollee, I. McPherson, E. Walpole, M. Yue, H. Mutsando, P. Wong, H. Weston, R. Tomlinson & S. Hollingworth
Journal of Internal Medicine, 2020; 50(9): 1059-1066
Validation of the Boston University staging system in AL amyloidosis
R. Tomlinson, N. Matigian & P. Mollee
Amyloid, 2019; 26(3): 125-127
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura associated with Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma
R. Tomlinson & J. Yaxley
Pathology, 2018; 50(7): 776-777
Multiple myeloma: updated approach to management 2018
R. Tomlinson
Australian Journal of General Practice, 2018; 47(8): 526-529
Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia: an updated approach to diagnosis and management in general practice
R. Tomlinson
Australian Family Physician, 2017; 46(7): 493-496
Professional Involvement
- Active involvement in clinical trials and research
- Member of national and international haematology societies
- Associate Lecturer at The University of Queensland
- Commitment to ongoing medical education and training