Dr Nik Partsanis

Dr Nik Partsanis is a Melbourne-based Geriatrician who provides holistic, person-centred care for older adults across both hospital and community settings. He is committed to supporting patients and their families through complex health decisions with compassion, clarity, and respect.

Nik completed his medical training through The Alfred Hospital, where he developed extensive experience in the assessment and management of older adults with frailty, cognitive impairment, falls, and multimorbidity. He has a particular interest in promoting shared decision-making and ensuring that care aligns with each person’s goals, values, and quality of life.

Before studying medicine, Nik completed a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce at Monash University, graduating fifth in his law cohort. His background in law fostered an early understanding of ethics, advocacy, and policy reform—skills that continue to shape his approach to geriatric medicine. He is passionate about ensuring that every patient’s voice is heard and that medical decisions are made collaboratively and transparently.

Nik has been actively involved in the Australian and New Zealand Society for Geriatric Medicine (ANZSGM), including serving as a Victorian representative on the Board during his registrar training. Through this role, he contributed to educational and social initiatives for advanced trainees and worked to strengthen professional networks across the specialty. He has also served on several hospital and community committees, including the Falls and Delirium Subcommittee at Alfred Health, the Law Institute of Victoria’s Elder Law Committee, and the Perry Street Childcare Centre Committee. These experiences have deepened his commitment to system improvement, interdisciplinary teamwork, and community advocacy.
Outside of medicine, Nik enjoys spending time with his young family and if he has any time left: running, film photography and darkroom printing. He also studies the Greek language to maintain a strong connection to his cultural heritage.
Nik’s dual training in medicine and law gives him a unique perspective on the ethical and social dimensions of ageing. His goal as a geriatrician is to combine medical expertise with empathy and advocacy—to help older Australians live well, maintain independence where possible, and make informed choices about their health and future. He encourages patients to bring a family member, carer, or close support person to consultations, and he recommends the use of professional interpreters whenever needed to ensure clear communication and culturally safe care.