About the Author

The son of a country doctor and classicist, Roger Allen inherited his father’s love of medicine and languages. After graduating from the University of Queensland, Roger specialised in chest diseases and sleep medicine in Melbourne and became a recognised authority on Sarcoidosis (see his website: www.sarcoidosis.com.au).  He is currently in private practice at the Wesley Medical Centre, Brisbane and he also teaches medical students. Roger’s interests include family, sailing, military history, medical research and writing (www.ballinaboy.com).