Specialist consultation
Gastroenterology consultation in Auckland
A specialist consultation is the starting point for understanding persistent digestive symptoms, abnormal results or complex gastrointestinal problems.
The aim is to bring together your symptoms, medical history, previous investigations and priorities, then make a clear plan. Sometimes that means reassurance and medical treatment. Sometimes it means arranging endoscopy, imaging or blood tests so decisions are based on the right information.
Best for
Abdominal symptoms, reflux, bowel changes, anaemia, abnormal tests or second opinions.
What you get
A structured assessment, explanation of likely causes, and a practical plan.
Next step
Treatment, further investigation, endoscopy or follow-up depending on the problem.
When this service helps
Reasons to consider this service
These are common reasons patients are referred or request review. The final recommendation depends on your symptoms, history and previous results.
- Ongoing abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation or change in bowel habit.
- Reflux, indigestion, nausea, vomiting or difficulty swallowing.
- Iron deficiency, unexplained anaemia, abnormal imaging or abnormal blood tests.
- A need for a second opinion or review of previous endoscopy results.
- A family history of bowel cancer, polyps or other gastrointestinal conditions.
What to expect
A clear pathway from referral to follow-up
Review
Your symptoms, previous results, medication list and relevant medical history are reviewed.
Assessment
The likely causes are narrowed down and red flags are considered.
Plan
You receive a clear plan for treatment, further tests or endoscopy if needed.
Follow-up
Results and next steps are explained so the plan does not stop at the first appointment.
Specialist approach
Care that is structured and explained
I try to make consultations practical and understandable. Patients often arrive with a long history, conflicting explanations or uncertainty about whether endoscopy is needed. A good consultation should reduce that uncertainty and give a pathway forward.
Where a procedure is recommended, the reason, preparation, expected findings and follow-up plan should be understandable before you proceed.
Ready to arrange an appointment?
Please send a referral or appointment request. My rooms can discuss pricing, insurance details and the most appropriate next step.