Dr Christopher Desmond
Specialty:
Gastroenterology
Address:
2a, 330 High Street, ASHBURTON VIC 3147
Phone:
(03) 9885 8100
Mail:
admin@cpdesmond.com.au
Biography:
Dr Chris Desmond is a highly experienced Melbourne-based gastroenterologist who trained in Australia and the United States. He investigates and treats all areas of luminal gastroenterology and hepatology, with particular interest in colon cancer screening, inflammatory bowel disease, coeliac disease, small bowel capsule endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, food intolerances, irritable bowel, and functional GI disorders.
He is a highly experienced in gastroenterologist with over 25 years in the medical field and more than 20 years specialising in gastroenterology. Having received advanced endoscopic training both nationally and internationally, he is dedicated to helping patients achieve optimal digestive health.
He performs interventional and therapeutic gastroscopy and colonoscopy (including ‘open access endoscopy’) at Cabrini Malvern and Brighton, Jessie McPherson Private Hospital (Monash Medical Centre), and Glen Iris Private.
In addition to treating individuals, Dr Desmond dedicates time to teaching junior doctors and medical students. He is involved in teaching at the Monash University Medical School at Monash Health and Cabrini Hospital and is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at Monash University. He also has ongoing involvement in clinical research at Monash Health.
Dr Desmond completed physician training and Specialist Gastroenterology training at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne. He subsequently undertook a further advanced endoscopic fellowship at the Royal Brisbane Hospital, prior to undertaking an endoscopic ultrasound fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina, USA. He also undertook basic scientific research through Monash University, Melbourne, where he was awarded an NHMRC Research Scholarship.
