What is an Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

What is an Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon?

Although a General Surgeon, an Upper Gastrointestinal surgeon will have a subspecialty interest in diseases of the Oesophagus, Stomach, Duodenum and Small Intestine, Gallbladder, Liver and Pancreas. Across these anatomical areas a wide range of pathological conditions can be found both benign and malignant. These include:

• Ulcers, Indigestion and Reflux disease
• Gallstones
• Cancer of the Stomach, Oesophagus, Pancreas and Liver
• Pancreatitis
• Hiatus Hernia