Dr Alex Hodge is a Gastroenterologie practitioner based in Clayton, Australien, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 22+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2019). Serves patients in Clayton, Australien and the surrounding area.
VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026
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Assoc Prof Alexander Hodge began his career as a molecular biologist in Vancouver, Canada before pursuing medicine at The University of Sydney. Graduating with honours, he completed his specialist training in gastroenterology at The Alfred Hospital, both in Canberra and Melbourne. In his early career, A/Prof Hodge played a foundational role in a pivotal paper establishing the connection between adiponectin levels and inflammation severity in fatty liver disease. Since 2004, his focus has been consistent in both clinical and basic science research. His endeavours culminated in a 2015 PhD from Monash University, investigating the use of human amniotic epithelial cells for treating liver fibrosis and a clinical trial employing fasting as a strategy for managing fatty liver disease, now termed MASLD.
His research on fasting and the association between coffee consumption and fibrosis received significant media coverage, leading to international presentations and numerous features in newspapers, TV, and radio segments—garnering recognition such as the Inaugural Early Career Research Award in 2015, 2016, and 2017.
As an Associate Professor, he actively mentor medical students and gastroenterology trainees, overseeing PhD students at Monash University. He also contributes as a reviewer for local journals and evaluates PhD theses for University of NSW students.
By 2023, A/Prof Hodge has supervised 15 Pharma-sponsored clinical trials as the principal investigator through Monash University. His expertise in fatty liver disease has resulted in invited talks, presentations at international conferences, and advisory board roles in pharmacology companies. Additionally, A/Prof Hodge serves as a medical advisor for a South Korean biotechnology company involved in novel liver disease treatments and
works as a consultant for an Asia Pacific contract research organization, offering guidance on clinical trial setups for biotechnology firms.
A/Prof Hodge holds an honorary adjunct position as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences at RMIT University, as well as in the Faculty of Medicine at Monash University.
Presently, as a consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Eastern Health, A/Prof Hodge actively participates in gastroenterology and hepatology clinics, manages inpatients, and provides emergency endoscopy services. A/Prof Hodge also offers private consultations in Clayton and Frankston, including FibroScan®, with admitting rights at Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital, Jessie McPherson Private Hospital, Mulgrave Hospital, and The Bays Hospital. His endoscopic procedures are conducted at various hospitals and clinics within the public and private healthcare systems.
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Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
Dr Alex Hodge's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Alex Hodge treats, with the size of the national pool of Australien doctors offering the same care.
Gastroenterologie
Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.
Medical practice in Australien is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Australien medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Clayton carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.
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What does Alex Hodge specialise in?
Alex Hodge specialises in Gastroenterologie in Clayton, AU. 22 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does Alex Hodge treat?
Alex Hodge treats conditions within Gastroenterologie. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does Alex Hodge practise?
Alex Hodge practises in Clayton, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does Alex Hodge speak?
Alex Hodge speaks English.
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