Brief Profile
Dr John W. Tan is a Paediatric Allergist and Immunologist. He is the founding doctor of North Shore Paediatric Allergy Centre. He is one of only a few fully accredited Paediatric Allergist and Immunologist.
Dr Tan was born in Singapore and completed a Bachelor of Science degree before undertaking his medical degree at Sydney University. Following his graduation in 2003, he commenced general paediatrics training and proceeded to further sub-specialty training in Allergy and Immunology at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead. Dr Tan attained his fellowship in Paediatric Allergy and Immunology in 2010.
Dr Tan is also a staff specialist in Paediatric Allergy and Immunology at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead. He has a special interest in the management and treatment of paediatric food and insect allergy, as well as other allergic conditions such as eczema, urticaria, anaphylaxis, drug allergy, allergic rhinitis and asthma. He is passionate about achieving the highest quality of life for children with allergies through excellent patient care and evidence-based management. Dr Tan is a good communicator and recognises the importance of patient education. Adequate time is allocated for each appointment to ensure that parents are well-informed about their children’s condition and management plan.
Dr Tan is also deeply involved in ongoing allergy research and education. He was the primary investigator of a trial based at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead (BEAT trial) which looked into the prevention of egg allergy. The BEAT trial was internationally recognised as a key trial in understanding the impact of early allergen introduction. The findings of this trial contributed to a broader body of research which led to the updated Australian Infant Feeding Guidelines which promote early introduction of allergens to prevent allergies. He has published in several international and local journals, and is also an Associate Clinical Lecturer at Sydney University. Dr Tan has also been involved in the teaching of medical students and providing allergy and immunology updates for paediatricians, general practitioners and allied health workers in the management of paediatric allergic conditions.
Dr Tan is fluent in mandarin and cantonese. Outside medicine, he is passionate about cooking and photography, and has published a calender for charity. He is also the proud father of two daughters.
To make an appointment with Dr Tan please contact the clinic for an appointment.