Professor George Jelinek

Leading medical professional

When George Jelinek was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 1999, he was determined that the disease would not dictate his fate. A distinguished career as a professor in emergency medicine and a background as editor-in-chief of a major medical journal gave George the tools to examine the medical literature on MS. By enquiring deeply using scientific methods, George discovered that MS could be controlled through lifestyle factors such as good nutrition and exercise. Initiating the world’s first lifestyle MS self-help program in 2002, George has shared his findings with the world. Together with others who remain well with MS, George has founded Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis, a charitable organisation with subsidiaries worldwide. He has written countless papers for academic journals, conducted research studies and hosts regular retreats for people living with MS. In 2015, George was appointed Professor and Head of Neuroepidemiology at a new unit within the University of Melbourne and continues his search for evidence-based science that helps people with MS lead healthy lives.

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