Merlin C. Thomas

Dr Merlin Thomas MBChB, PhD, FRACP is a Professor of Medicine in the Department of Diabetes at Monash University, Melbourne.

Professor Thomas is both a physician and a research scientist.

He has published over 300 articles in many of the world’s leading medical journals, as well as several books including The Longevity List and Fast Living, Slow Ageing.

He is internationally recognized as a speaker, opinion-leader, teacher and medical storyteller. His podcast "The Chopping List" explores the everyday myths about our health.

His research focuses on discovering new ways to prevent and treat the complications of diabetes and ageing.