Geoffrey Edelsten is one helluva character.
On the one hand he’s a medical entrepreneur who made a fortune as co-owner of Allied Medical Group – Australia’s first bulk-billing medical centre.
On the other hand, despite Edelsten beginning his career as a medical doctor, in 1998 he lost his right to practice.
He’s been married 3 times – all to busty blondes and has a penchant for flamboyance.
Here’s everything you need to know about the most famous (for all the wrong reasons) Doctor in Australian history.
How old is Geoffrey Edelsten?
Geoffrey Edelsten was born on 2 May 1943.
Where was Geoffrey Edelsten born?
Edelsten was born and grew up in the Melbourne suburb of Carlton. He was actually born opposite the Carlton Football ground at Princes Park.
Who are Geoffrey Edelsten’s parents?
Geoff Edelsten’s parents are Hymie Edlesten (father, died 2007) and Esther Edelsten (mother, died 2016).
How much is Geoffrey Edelsten worth?
Reports vary but Edelsten is said to be worth anywhere from AUD$64 million to $100million. However, he declared bankruptcy in the US in 2014 and settled his case in 2015.
How did Geoffrey Edelsten make his money?
Edelsten made his fortune in 1971 by opening the first computerised pathology business in Australia with his colleague Tom Wenkart.
In the 80s he created another first. Edelsten was behind the first bulk billing medicine centres in Australia. Within 4 months of opening they were said to be treating 2000 patients per week.
Is Geoffrey Edelsten currently married?
Geoff Edelsten split from third wife Gabi Grecko in April 2019 after they married in Melbourne in 2015.
According to the Daily Mail, Grecko, who now goes by the name of GLittA FoXX is dating hip hop artist Surf School Rico.
How many times has Geoffrey Edelsten been married?
Edelsten has been married 3 times so far. His first wife, Leanne Nesbitt was 19 when she married Edlesten in 1984 (who was then 41). He married his second wife, Brynne Gordon in 2009 and they divorced in 2014 citing Edelsten’s extra marital relations as the cause for divorce. He’s also reported to have been a member of dating websites including sugardaddy.com.
Does Geoffrey Edelsten have any children?
Edelsten has one son, Matthew Beard who as born in 1989. Unbeknown to Edelsten at the time, he only found out he had a son years later.
Does Geoffrey Edelsten still work?
As a lifelong entrepreneur, it’s likely that Edelsten will continue to turn his hand to any new projects that interest him.
Is Geoffrey Edelsten a Doctor?
Edelsten attained a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery degree from Melbourne University in 1966. He was deregistered in 1988 for professional misconduct. He has yet to be relicensed.
Edelsten also holds a PhD in Philosophy which also makes him a doctor of philosophy.
Where did Geoffrey Edelsten study?
Edelsten got his medical degree at Melbourne University.
Has Geoffrey Edelsten written any books?
Edelsten wrote a biography called Enigma (2011).
Does Geoffrey Edelsten own a football team?
Not any more, but Edelsten did purchase the Sydney Swans Football Club in 1986 for a reported $6.3 million, becoming the first private owner of the Sydney Swans. Years later he parted ways with the club.
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