Samar Ojaimi is an Immunologist based in Clayton, Victoria, working at the Department Of Immunology And Allergy, 246 Clayton Road, Clayton VIC, Australia.
Immunology can be a bit confusing at first. In simple terms, it’s about how the body’s defence system works, and what happens when it doesn’t. Samar looks after people with immune system issues that can affect day to day health, like getting infections more easily, taking longer to recover, or having reactions that flare up at the wrong time.
Common reasons people see an immunologist include repeated infections, serious skin or breathing reactions, and problems with white blood cells. Samar also supports patients where there are links to conditions such as asthma, anaphylaxis, and fevers with low neutrophils. At times, care may also focus on long-lasting or recurring problems linked to immune deficiencies, including common variable immune deficiency and conditions like DiGeorge syndrome.
Work in this area often includes supporting people through tough periods. That can mean helping families understand what’s going on, what symptoms to watch for, and why certain infections need fast treatment. In many cases, it’s also about planning to reduce future risk, especially when someone has had a splenectomy or has a higher chance of severe infection.
Samar has experience caring for patients with a range of immune-related issues, including reactions after infections like chickenpox or cat scratch disease, and complications seen with serious infections such as pneumonia and tuberculosis. Care can also cover conditions that involve abnormal immune responses, including DRESS syndrome, erythema multiforme, and Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
Alongside that, there can be cases where bacterial infections are harder to treat, like MRSA, or where sepsis needs urgent attention. For these situations, the goal is clear: work out what’s happening, move quickly when needed, and help the plan fit the person in front of them.
Medical training and ongoing education are part of staying up to date in immunology and allergy care. Research in the broader field also matters, so new ideas and treatment approaches are kept in mind when making decisions with the treating team.
If clinical trials are ever an option for someone, that’s usually something discussed case by case, based on the person’s specific situation and what’s available locally. Overall, the focus stays on practical, calm care for immune system problems, from diagnosis through to follow-up.