Areas of SpecialisationGeneral & Laparoscopic Surgery
Upper GI Endoscopy
Laparoscopic Surgery for Obesity
Qualifications/MembershipsMBChB (Otago) 1972, FRCS(C) (Vancouver, Canada) 1979, FACS (USA) 1983, American College of Surgeons, Canadian College of Surgeons, FACP 2007, Australasian College of Phlebology
Description of SpecialisationInvolved in Laparoscopic Surgery since 1990, with recognised advanced training in Laparoscopic Surgery in Canada, USA & Australia. Full range of Intra-Abdominal Laparoscopic Surgery, Anti-reflux procedures, Appendicectomies etc. Also full range of Diagnostic & Therapeutic Gastroscopy. Friendly, prompt, & full explanations to patients and GPs
Year of RegistrationMedical Practitioner: 1972
Specialist: 1979
Specialist ExperienceConsultant Surgeon (Full-time) – Vancouver, Canada 1981-91
Locum Consultant Surgeon (Part-time) – North Shore Hospital 1992-93
Specialist TrainingToronto, Canada 1974-75
Vancouver, Canada 1975-79
Edinburgh, Scotland 1980-81
Current PositionPrivate Practice Auckland (full-time)
Consultant Surgeon
Past President OSSANZ
Categories:
Varicose Veins
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic Obesity Surgery
General Surgery
Endoscopy
Bariatrics / Obesity Surgery