POEM procedures (Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy) are used to treat achalasia and other oesophageal disorders in patients when considered appropriate by our consultant Gastroenterologists. Request a Gastroenterologist Consult (07) 3324 1500 What does the POEM Procedure involve? The POEM procedure uses an endoscope and creates incisions in the oesophagus lining to pass the endoscope further past … Read more
ERCP (Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) An ERCP (Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) is a procedure used by our highly skilled gastroenterologists to diagnose possible disorders of the pancreas and bile duct system. Request an ERCP Booking (07) 3324 1500 Bile is made in the liver and stored in the gallbladder until food is eaten. Bile is then discharged … Read more
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) What is an Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)? An endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) allows your doctor to examine the lining and the walls of your oesophagus, stomach and duodenum. EUS is also used to study internal organs that lie next to the gastrointestinal tract, such as the gall bladder and pancreas. We offer endoscopic ultrasound … Read more
Queensland Gastroenterology offers patients colonoscopy procedures at two convenient locations in Brisbane; Greenslopes and Cleveland. We also provide an Open Access Colonoscopy service that allows healthy, age-appropriate patients to easily schedule a colonoscopy, usually without a pre-procedure visit. Request a Colonoscopy Booking (07) 3324 1500 What is a Colonoscopy? Colonoscopy is more precise than an … Read more
Clinical Hepatology Our experienced liver specialists (hepatologists) deliver an advanced level of care to hepatology patients in the diagnosis, treatment and management of liver disease. In addition, our hepatologists remain at the forefront of medical advancement, participating in clinical trials of new and emerging therapies in liver disease including antiviral agents for hepatitis C that … Read more
Video Capsule Endoscopy A capsule endoscopy provides patients with a non-invasive approach to having their small bowel viewed and examined by Gastroenterologists. Request a Video Capsule Endoscopy Booking (07) 3324 1500 What is a Video Capsule Endoscopy? This procedure involves the patient ingesting of a small capsule which is roughly the size of a vitamin … Read more
Gastroscopy (Upper Endoscopy) Gastroscopy, also known as upper endoscopy, is a procedure that is performed by gastrointestinal specialists at Queensland Gastroenterology. Request a Gastroscopy Booking (07) 3324 1500 What is a Gastroscopy? A gastroscopy is a procedure in which a narrow and flexible tube called an endoscope is used to look inside the oesophagus, stomach … Read more
Fibroscan Queensland Gastroenterology offers FibroScan® services at Greenslopes Private Hospital in Brisbane and test results are available immediately. This is an excellent non-invasive method for assessing liver fibrosis. At Queensland Gastroenterology we are committed to excellence in innovation & research of liver diseases. Request a Fibroscan Booking (07) 3324 1500 What is a Fibroscan? A … Read more
Clinical Gastroenterology At Queensland Gastroenterology, all of our doctors are specialists in the fields of Gastroenterology and/or Hepatology (liver diseases) and offer comprehensive assessment and treatment of a range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions. Our doctors provide advanced level care for conditions that affect the liver and gastrointestinal tract including Barrett’s oesophagus, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative … Read more