About

Dr Paul Urquhart is a Gastroenterologist with a special interest in advanced endoscopy procedures. Completing his undergraduate and specialist training in Melbourne, Dr Urquhart was awarded an advanced endoscopy fellowship St Michael's Hospital in Toronto, Canada. During his fellowship, Dr Urquhart developed a particular interest in advanced endoscopy techniques including ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound, treatment of Barrett's Oesophagus and colonic polypectomy. Dr Urquhart is the Head of Endoscopy at Eastern Health and maintains a keen interest in medical education, clinical research and professional development. Dr Urquhart manages a wide range of conditions across all aspects of Gastroenterology including IBS, gastro-oesophageal reflux, coeliac disease, Barrett's oesophagus and colonic polyps. He offers a compassionate and caring service, and believes that good communication is essential to providing quality medical care.

Qualifications

  • FRACP, RACP 2011
  • MBBS, University of Melbourne 2003

Professional Associations

  • ASGE
  • RACP
  • GESA

Special interests

  • Bowel cancer screening including large colonic polypectomy (EMR)
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
  • ERCP
  • Pillcam and balloon enteroscopy

Education and training

  • Clinical and endoscopy supervisor

Research

  • Antiplatelet therapy and polypectomy

Epworth hospital locations

Hospital

Epworth Eastern

Consulting locations

Consulting Location

Eastern Gastroenterology
Suite 2, Level 2
1 Arnold Street
Box Hill
VIC
3028
Clinical institute

General Surgery & Gastroenterology Clinical Institute

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Mr Gary Crosthwaite
Director
The Institute focuses on surgical treatment of the abdominal organs, as well as the thyroid gland and hernias.