GastroNorth

GastroNorth Accessible and expert care in gastroenterology, endoscopy and hepatology We are Gastroenterologists & Endoscopists located across northern Melbourne Australia.
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At GastroNorth we work with your Primary Health Care Provider to provide accessible, affordable and quality care in Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy. We assess the cause of medical problems via a thorough medical history and relevant investigations. We offer advice about a wide range of gastrointestinal illnesses. We also manage diseases of the liver, pancreas, and bowel including: colon (bowel) cancer screening, iron deficiency, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diarrhoea, Constipation, Coeliac Disease, Hepatitis and Inflammatory Bowel disease. Feel free to contact us with any enquiries.

At GastroNorth, patients benefit from the strength of a coordinated specialist team.✔️ 11 experienced gastroenterologist...
28/01/2026

At GastroNorth, patients benefit from the strength of a coordinated specialist team.

✔️ 11 experienced gastroenterologists with public hospital appointments
✔️ Active involvement in research and medical education
✔️Comprehensive & individualised care
✔️ Short wait times for consultations and procedures, with urgent appointments available
✔️ Advanced and interventional endoscopy expertise
✔️ A diverse team including female gastroenterologists
✔️ Multiple convenient locations across Melbourne
✔️Excellent patient follow up and high service standards

We provide high quality gastroenterology care at every step. 💚

A referral from your doctor is required prior to making an appointment. Call our friendly team on 9468 9700 for any queries, or to make an appointment. 🩺

Our rooms will be closed on Monday 26 Jan for the public holiday. We will re-open on Tuesday 27 Jan.
25/01/2026

Our rooms will be closed on Monday 26 Jan for the public holiday. We will re-open on Tuesday 27 Jan.

Last week, Dr Oliver Cronin travelled to Limoges, France to attend the inaugural International Endoscopic Submucosal Dis...
22/01/2026

Last week, Dr Oliver Cronin travelled to Limoges, France to attend the inaugural International Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) Training Week.

Oliver was one of only two Advanced Endoscopists selected from Australia, and one of just 22 clinicians worldwide, chosen from more than 150 global applicants—a remarkable achievement.

This exceptional opportunity allowed Oliver to further refine his expertise in ESD, an advanced endoscopic technique that enables the removal of pre-cancerous lesions and suspected early-stage gastrointestinal cancers without the need for major surgery.

We are proud to support ongoing education and international collaboration that ultimately enhances patient care here at home.

Dysphagia is a term to describe a difficulty in swallowing. It is common in older people & becomes more frequent as we a...
22/01/2026

Dysphagia is a term to describe a difficulty in swallowing. It is common in older people & becomes more frequent as we age.

Dysphagia can occur due to -
• reduced production of saliva
• reduced strength in your upper oesophageal sphincter (which assists in keeping food and acid out of your airways)
• nerve and muscle degeneration (common in Parkinson’s disease and stroke)
• impaired coordination of the swallowing process

Eating more slowly, chewing carefully and thoroughly, changing the consistency of foods to make them easier to swallow, sitting upright when eating and good dental health can help.

Whilst dysphagia can be a part of ageing, it is also an alarm symptom and could indicate serious oesophageal conditions.
If you suffer from dysphagia, have a chat to your doctor.

We’re proud to share that Dr Diana Lewis has been awarded a VICS (Victorian Integrated Cancer Services) Colonoscopy Acce...
18/01/2026

We’re proud to share that Dr Diana Lewis has been awarded a VICS (Victorian Integrated Cancer Services) Colonoscopy Access Funding Grant for her work improving the quality, safety and equity of colonoscopy care across Victoria.

In 2024, Dr Lewis and Leanne Stojcevski developed Victoria’s first live, automated colonoscopy quality dashboard at Northern Health, supporting real-time monitoring of key quality indicators and best-practice care.

This new grant will expand the dashboard to include NBCSP access and National Cancer Screening Registry reporting, with rollout across regional services including Kilmore, Mildura and Gippsland — helping ensure high-quality colonoscopy care, no matter where patients live.

Well done, Diana on an outstanding contribution to equitable healthcare. 👏🏻

Has your bowel cancer screening test kit been sitting on your kitchen bench since last year? It’s a new year and you can...
14/01/2026

Has your bowel cancer screening test kit been sitting on your kitchen bench since last year?

It’s a new year and you can do it!
Why? It’s easier and quicker than you think and it may save your life. 🛟

This program aims to reduce deaths from bowel cancer by detecting early signs of the disease.

If bowel cancer is detected early, it is one of the most treatable cancers, which is a good thing.

We encourage you to be proactive when it comes to your health.

If you are aged 45-49, you can request one of these free kits from the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program website, see link in profile.

If you’re 50-74, a kit will be sent to you automatically in the mail every 2 years.

What are you waiting for?

As the year comes to a close, we wish our patients and community a wonderful festive season. May 2026 be filled with pea...
23/12/2025

As the year comes to a close, we wish our patients and community a wonderful festive season. May 2026 be filled with peace, kindness and good health. 💚

Our practice will close for a break from 12pm tomorrow and will reopen on Monday 5 January 2026.

22/12/2025

Need something gluten free and easy to make for your Christmas gathering? Look no further, these delicious chewy biscuits are sure to be a hit.

🍋INGREDIENTS (makes 30)
• 2 egg whites
• pinch of salt
• 200g caster sugar
• 250g almond meal
• zest of a lemon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• caster & icing sugar for amaretti coating

🍋 METHOD
• pre-heat the oven to 170C (fan) & line two trays with baking paper
• whisk egg whites with a mixer in a large bowl till stiff, whisk in salt
• add the caster sugar, almond meal, vanilla extract, lemon zest and mix together with a wooden spoon to form a dough
• shape the dough into walnut sized balls
• coat each ball in icing sugar first then with caster sugar by rolling them in the sugar (easiest if you put each sugar on a separate plate)
• place on baking tray 3cm apart. Using a teaspoon, squash the top gently till it cracks slightly
• bake for 13-15 mins
• allow to cool before eating

Enjoy your sweet treat in moderation ☺️

Congratulations to Dr Oliver Cronin who has been awarded a prestigious Churchill Fellowship. Oliver will spend 3 months ...
17/12/2025

Congratulations to Dr Oliver Cronin who has been awarded a prestigious Churchill Fellowship. Oliver will spend 3 months in Limoges, France, working in the field of Advanced Endoscopy. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

A large study of nearly 30,000 women under 50 found that those eating the most ultraprocessed foods had a 45% higher ris...
14/12/2025

A large study of nearly 30,000 women under 50 found that those eating the most ultraprocessed foods had a 45% higher risk of developing adenomas (growths that can lead to early-onset colorectal cancer)than those eating the least.

The link remained even after accounting for other risk factors like BMI, diabetes and fibre intake.

Ultraprocessed foods are often high in sugar, salt, unhealthy fats and additives, and their rising consumption parallels increases in early-onset colorectal cancer.

While diet doesn’t explain all cases, researchers say cutting back on these foods could help lower risk.

Study was published in Nov 2025, JAMA Oncology - https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaoncology/fullarticle/2841354

Our team will be taking a little break over the festive season.🌲
09/12/2025

Our team will be taking a little break over the festive season.🌲

09/12/2025

What fun! Celebrating 2026 at our end of year party! 🥳 🥂🍕

Address

Suite 1, 7 Ormond Boulevard
Bundoora, VIC
3083

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61394689700

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