Dr. Russell Cooper
MBBCh MSc FACNEM FACoHM FAMAC ABAARM dipESAAM dipIEPP CCT
- Specialist physician
- Integrative medicine specialist
- Founder of Anubha Health Retreat
- International Medical lecturer
- Co-Founder of Life Source
- Mountaineer​
A Bit About Our Medical Director
Inspiration and Early Career
Dr. Russell Cooper’s path into medicine was shaped by the influence of his father, a beloved and stalwart figure in their community, known as everyone’s favorite GP. From a young age, Dr. Cooper saw firsthand the profound impact his father had on those around him, inspiring him to follow in his footsteps and pursue a career dedicated to helping others.
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Educational Background and Early Medical Experience
Dr. Cooper earned his MBBCh at the University of Witwatersrand in 1981. Following graduation, he worked as a senior medical officer across multiple disciplines in South Africa and England. In 1987, he became a Registrar in Accident and Emergency Medicine at Launceston General Hospital in Tasmania, Australia. In 1988, he made the pivotal decision to establish a full-time integrative medical practice in Hobart, Tasmania.
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Founding Anubha Mountain Health Retreat
In 1993, Dr. Cooper founded Anubha Mountain Health Retreat, nestled in the serene hills of Mt. Wellington, Tasmania. The retreat offers a sanctuary for those seeking a holistic, integrative approach to health and wellness, continuing to serve patients from Australia and beyond.
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Specialisations in Anti-Ageing and Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Dr. Cooper is a leading expert in Anti-Ageing Medicine, particularly Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). He built the largest BHRT practice in Tasmania, implementing innovative treatments and advanced testing protocols to address hormonal imbalances and age-related health concerns. He was one of the first practitioners in Australia to introduce genetic testing for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, menopause, and andropause, as well as Nutrigenomics and Pharmacogenomics.
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Expanding Expertise in Women's Health through Life Source
Dr. Cooper, with years of experience in understanding the unique complexities of female health, was inspired to take his expertise to a new level when his niece sought help for her struggles with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). This personal connection led to the co-founding of Life Source, a company dedicated to empowering women to address the hormonal, genetic, and endocrine challenges they face. Recognizing that conventional treatments often overlook underlying issues such as genetic polymorphisms and hormonal imbalances, Dr. Cooper’s work with Life Source focuses on offering more personalized, effective solutions to women's health.
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International Contributions and Lectures
Dr. Cooper’s expertise extends globally, with almost 40 years of lecturing experience. He has presented at esteemed institutions and conferences worldwide, including the University of Witwatersrand, the University of Hong Kong Medical School, and the European Society of Anti-Aging Medicine. His topics range from growth hormone therapy to the genetics of cancer, hormone imbalances, and personalized medicine.
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Professional Achievements and Fellowships
Dr. Cooper has achieved prestigious fellowships in Nutritional & Environmental Medicine, Herbal Medicine, and Acupuncture. He is Board Certified in Anti-Ageing and Regenerative Medicine, and his pursuit of knowledge led him to complete a Master of Science degree in Preventive Medicine from Dresden International University.
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A Passion for Personalised Medicine
Dr. Cooper remains dedicated to advancing personalized healthcare through ongoing research and education. His innovative work in Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Growth Hormone treatments, and genetic diagnostics continues to improve the lives of his patients by offering individualized treatment plans for optimal health outcomes.
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Personal Life and Mountaineering
Outside of medicine, Dr. Cooper is an avid mountaineer with a love for adventure. He has successfully climbed some of the world’s most challenging peaks, including those in the US, South Africa, the Italian and French Alps, and the Himalayas. This passion for resilience and personal growth mirrors his professional approach to medicine—helping others achieve their full potential.
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Legacy of Compassionate Care
Dr. Cooper’s legacy is built on the values of compassion, commitment, and innovation instilled in him by his father. He continues to serve as a leader in integrative and preventive medicine, dedicated to improving the health and well-being of those he works with.
Clinial and practical experience.
1993
Built Anubha Mountain Health Retreat.
In 1993, he built Anubha Mountain Health Retreat in Fern Tree in the hills around Mount Wellington near Hobart which continues to be a progressive and nurturing center for patients seeking a complementary approach to physical and spiritual well-being in Tasmania and the mainland of Australia.
1999
Board-certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.
He became board-certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM).
2001
Conducted seminars in South East Asia.
Since 2001, he has conducted intensive Human Growth Hormone seminars for doctors throughout Australasia each year. He has also conducted seminars in South East Asia (Hong Kong, Singapore, and the Philippines).
2003
Lectured at the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgeons and Physicians Annual Conference.
In 2003, 2004, and 2005 he was invited to lecture on Growth Hormone at the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgeons and Physicians Annual Conference on the Gold Coast.
Lectured on Human Growth Hormone.
He has lectured on human growth hormone and anti-aging medicine at the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine Special Training Program in 1999, 2001, 2003, 2004, and 2005 in Australia and New Zealand.
2002
Guest lectured on Growth Hormone.
In 2002 Dr. Cooper guest lectured on Growth Hormone at Faculty of Family Practice, School of Medicine, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.
1988
Commenced medical practice in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.
In 1988 Dr. Cooper commenced a full-time integrative medical practice in Hobart, Tasmania.
1992
Lectured on the holistic approach to cancer treatment.
In 1992, he presented a lecture on the holistic approach to cancer treatment to the 8th Academy of Family Medicine National Congress in South Africa.
1975
1981
1987
Lectured on meditation, worldwide.
He has taught and lectured on meditation around the world since 1975.
Graduated from the University of Witwatersrand.
He graduated with an MBBCh from the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg in 1981. From there, he worked as a senior medical officer in multiple disciplines of medicine in South Africa and England from 1982 to 1984.
Became a Registrar in Accident and Emergency Medicine.
In 1987, he worked as a Registrar in Accident and Emergency Medicine at the Launceston General Hospital Tasmania, Australia.
2004
Guest lectured at the University of Hong Kong Medical School.
He was a guest lecturer at the University of Hong Kong Medical School Annual Conference, where he lectured on Human Growth Hormone Deficiency in adults and the value of hormone replacement therapy.
Conducted seminars in Southeast Asia.
Since 2001, he has conducted intensive Human Growth Hormone seminars for doctors throughout Australasia and South East Asia (including Hong Kong, Singapore, and the Philippines).
2005
Completed a diploma in Preventive and Anti-Aging Medicine through ESAAM.
He completed the first diploma in Preventive and Anti-Aging Medicine through the European Society of Anti-Aging Medicine (ESAAM).
2007
2008
Lectured on Genetic Polymorphisms in Neuropsychiatry.
In January 2007, Dr. Cooper presented 2 papers on Oestrogens and Genetic Polymorphisms at the first South African Academy of Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine Conference in Cape Town. In April 2007, he lectured on Genetic Polymorphisms in Neuropsychiatry at The International Mental Health Summit on the Gold Coast. In December 2007, he was a guest lecturer at the European Society of Anti-Aging Medicine 13th Congress of Gynaecology, Andrology, and Anti-Aging on the Genetics of Breast Cancer where he was also co-chair of the lecture session on Genetics.
Presented 3 papers on Genetic Polymorphisms.
In September 2008, Dr. Cooper presented 3 papers on Genetic Polymorphisms, Nutrigenomics, and Hormone Metabolites at the Pan-American Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine in Montreal, Canada.
2006
Lectured at the International Hormone Conference.
In July 2006, Dr. Cooper presented a lecture on Genetic Diagnostics at the International Hormone Conference on the Gold Coast in Australia. In September Dr. Cooper was invited to lecture at the College of Family Physicians in Johannesburg, South Africa, where he spoke on Genetic Diagnostics and was the principal lecturer at an Analytical Reference Laboratory (ARL) International Genetics Conference in Melbourne.
2009
2010
2011
Received a diploma in Genomics.
In March 2009, Dr. Cooper completed training with the European Institute of Personalised Prevention in France achieving diploma certification in Genomics.
Became certified in Chelation Therapy (CCT).
In December 2009, Dr. Cooper achieved certification in Chelation Therapy (CCT) after completing training through the American College for the Advancement of Medicine (ACAM).
Lectured at the Genetics and Epigenetics conference in Melbourne, Australia.
In March 2010, Dr. Cooper was invited to lecture at the Genetics and Epigenetics conference of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine Special Training Program (ACNEM STP) in Melbourne. The lecture was entitled ‘Dharma or Drama: Living and Eating for our Genes.’
Presented a paper on the Molecular Genetics of Breast Cancer, New Zealand.
In August 2010 Dr. Cooper was invited to lecture at an ACNEM STP Cancer Conference in Queenstown, New Zealand, where he presented a paper on the Molecular Genetics of Breast Cancer.
He was the medical consultant of SciGen pharmaceuticals in Australia from 2005-2010.
Lectured on ‘Genes, Hormones and Dharma’ and ‘Steroid SNPs, Cancer and Envirogenomics’.
In October 2011 Dr. Cooper was invited to lecture at the Healthscope Functional Medicine Conference 2011: Hormones, Liver Detoxification and Nutrigenomics in Melbourne where he presented two lectures: ‘Genes, Hormones and Dharma’ and ‘Steroid SNPs, Cancer and Envirogenomics’.
Lectured as medical consultant of Genecare pharmaceuticals on gene testing.
Dr. Cooper was the medical consultant of Genecare Pharmaceuticals and lectured on gene testing across Australia in October and November 2011.
2012
International Medical Advisor for Genosense Diagnostics in Vienna.
Dr. Cooper was an International Medical Advisor for Genosense Diagnostics in Vienna from 2006 to 2012 and lectured doctors on Genetic Diagnostics in Europe in 2007 and 2008.
Lectured at the Nutrition in Medicine Conference in Melbourne.
In May 2012, Dr. Cooper was invited to lecture at the Nutrition in Medicine Conference in Melbourne at the Nutrigenomics and Epigenomics pre-conference workshop where he presented a paper on ‘Living and Eating for our Genes’.
2013
Awarded a Master of Science (MSc Preventive Medicine).
In April 2013, Dr. Cooper completed an international two-year post-graduate study and was awarded a Master of Science (MSc Preventive Medicine) degree at Dresden International University in Preventive Medicine, Anti-Aging Medicine, and Regenerative Medicine.
Invited to lecture at annual AIMA Conference on the Gold Coast, Australia.
Dr. Cooper was invited to lecture at annual Australian Integrative Medicine Association (AIMA) Conference on the Gold Coast, Australia, in October 2013. He presented lectures on ‘Diagnostics: Genomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, SNPs (single nucleotide polymorphisms) & CTCs - 'Early Detection of Cancer’ and ‘Intravenous Vitamin C in the Treatment of Cancer: Towards Tumour-Specific, Person-Specific Management’.
2015
Invited to speak at the Philippines Pediatric Congress.
In April 2015, Dr. Cooper was invited to speak at the Philippines Pediatric Congress where he presented a lecture on Nutrigenomic Opportunities through Genetic Screening – Preventive Personalised Medicine.
Medical Consultant of SciGen pharmaceuticals
Lecturing extenseviy in Australasia and south East Asian training doctors in the use of growth hormone replacement therapy / adult growth hormone deficiency
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