Andrew J. Gifford is a paediatric oncologist based in Randwick, NSW, Australia.
He helps children and young people, and in some cases older patients, when cancer or blood conditions affect the brain, spinal area, or the blood and immune system. Oncology can feel like a lot to take in. Andrew’s role is to bring the focus back to practical care, clear next steps, and steady support for families during a tough time.
His work covers a range of complex illnesses. This can include brain tumours and cancers that start in the brain stem, as well as gliomas such as diffuse midline glioma (H3 K27M-mutant). He also looks after patients with embryonal tumours with multilayered rosettes and other types of childhood cancers. On the blood side, he treats conditions like neuroblastoma and leukemia, including acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) and adult T-cell leukaemia.
Some cases are rare, and that matters because treatment plans often need to be tailored closely. Andrew also cares for children and families dealing with inflammatory myofibroblastic tumour and other unusual growths. At times, he supports patients with infantile neutropenia too, where the body’s ability to fight infection can be affected.
Cancer care usually isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. Over time, families may see changes in symptoms, test results, and how a child is coping. Andrew’s approach is about watching the details, working with the wider team, and adjusting plans when needed, so care stays on track.
Andrew is based in Randwick and works within the local health setting that serves patients across the Sydney region. This includes working alongside nurses, radiology teams, pharmacists, and paediatric specialists. It also means coordinating treatment through the different stages, from early diagnosis through to ongoing follow-up.
When it comes to education and experience, the details are not listed here. What is clear is that his focus is on paediatric cancer care and the everyday realities families face. Whether it’s a new diagnosis or a long journey with treatment, Andrew aims to keep things grounded, understandable, and focused on what matters most for the patient and their family.