As a globally respected physician-scientist and Senior Lecturer at Flinders University, Dr. Manasi Murthy Mittinty is leading groundbreaking work at the intersection of chronic pain, mental health, and health equity. Her research uniquely integrates biopsychosocial perspectives to create holistic, patient-centred care models—particularly for underserved and First Nations communities.
Dr. Mittinty’s pioneering work has sparked critical conversations on the role of sex, gender, religion, and racial representation in pain management. Her contributions extend beyond academia, with leadership in national projects like the Early Matched Care trial for Australia Post, which earned two national safety awards, and the development of an interdisciplinary education platform for arthritis care in Australia.
Her academic journey includes a PhD in Pain Medicine from the University of Adelaide, followed by an esteemed Endeavour Postdoctoral Fellowship that saw her training at world-renowned institutions including Stanford University, West Virginia University, and Ghent University.
Passionate about equity and accessibility in healthcare, she continues to consult on chronic pain, mental health programs, and Indigenous healthcare, and is a sought-after speaker advocating for inclusive and sustainable health systems.
Dr. Mittinty’s career is a testament to the power of compassionate research, cultural insight, and visionary leadership—qualities that define her as a changemaker within both the medical and Indian diaspora communities.
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