Hon. Dr. Michael Wooldridge

Hon. Dr. Michael Wooldridge is a former Australian Health Minister, medical practitioner, and long-time advocate for health equity, medical research, and rural healthcare. The only medically qualified member of the House of Representatives during his time in Parliament, he played a leading role in doubling federal funding for health and medical research and advancing reforms in aged care, Indigenous health, and chronic disease prevention.

Dr. Wooldridge has been widely recognised for his outstanding contributions to public service and health, receiving numerous prestigious awards and honours throughout his career.

Now, he advises health and biotech organisations across Australia and overseas and continues to serve in leadership roles across the research and medical sectors. Outside of work, Michael is a mentor, historian, real tennis enthusiast, and family man—driven by a lifelong commitment to making a lasting, meaningful difference.