Theo de Malmanche trained in rheumatology and immunology, and is the director of the NSW Health Pathology North (Newcastle) Immunology laboratory. Theo also has interests in the immunological aspects of trauma, encephalopathy and infection. He set up genetic complement assays for microangiopathy testing and has presented on this topic, and on over-testing governance.
He is currently chair of NSWHP immunology stream group, is a member of the combined AACB/RCPAQAP CSF Working Party, and some local initiatives.
Like many pathologists, he spends most of his time trying to get the best quality results to the most clinicians in a way that is of most use to them and their patients.
MB.ChB (Otago) (1994), FRACP (Rheumatology, Immunology, 2006), FRCPA (Immunopathology, 2006)
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Has a current working knowledge of modern immunopathology and molecular pathology. Currently reporting immunopathology and genomic pathology results for patients, within RCPA scope of practice.
Directs one of the largest diagnostic flow cytometry units in Australia, which includes adult and paediatric patient samples.
Interpretation of immunogenetics and histocompatibility (serological, cell based and molecular).