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Dr Christopher Desmond

Gastroenterology Malvern

Dr Christopher Desmond

11 years of experience

1,778+
Patients seen
11
Years in practice
10
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Christopher Desmond at a glance

Dr Christopher Desmond is a Gastroenterology practitioner based in Malvern, Australia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 28+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2011). Serves patients in Malvern, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Christopher Desmond is a Consultant Gastroenterologist with expertise across all areas of luminal gastroenterology and hepatology. He has particular clinical interests in colon cancer screening, inflammatory bowel disease, coeliac disease, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), food intolerances, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional gastrointestinal disorders. He is also experienced in small bowel capsule endoscopy and the investigation of complex digestive symptoms.
Dr Desmond performs interventional and therapeutic gastroscopy and colonoscopy, including open access endoscopy, at Cabrini Malvern, Cabrini Brighton and Glen Iris Private Hospital. His procedural work includes advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, ensuring comprehensive assessment and management of gastrointestinal conditions.
He provides a seven-day-per-week inpatient gastroenterology service at Cabrini Malvern and Brighton, offering continuity of care for hospitalised patients. He is also a Visiting Specialist at Monash Medical Centre, where he undertakes endoscopic procedures including endoscopic ultrasound (EUS).

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Christopher Desmond

Education & training

  1. 2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Malvern (AU)
  2. 2011–2015 Residency · Gastroenterology
    Universidad de Sevilla, Malvern (AU)
  3. 2015–2016 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-723512 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Gastroenterology
#EB-E2ABBC3C · issued 2016 · renewal 2026
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 424
Annual physical exam 99395 2,758
Vaccination administration 90471 2,390
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 393

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Christopher Desmond
HEADSHOT
Christopher Desmond in consultation
IN OFFICE
Christopher Desmond with the team
WITH TEAM
Christopher Desmond at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 119s
Meet Christopher Desmond

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 6

  1. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Christopher Desmond, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9980/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33030717 · cited by 72
  2. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Christopher Desmond, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1528/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36002494 · cited by 18
  3. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Christopher Desmond, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.3265/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 30357975 · cited by 148
  4. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Christopher Desmond, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.1141/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 34192263 · cited by 86

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Gastroenterology European Annual Congress (Gastroenterology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Gastroenterology National Society Meeting · Malvern · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterology — Malvern · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2016
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2016
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2016

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology
  • Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · christopher.desmond@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Christopher Desmond's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Christopher Desmond treats, with the size of the national pool of Australia doctors offering the same care.

Gastroenterology

Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Malvern matters

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  • What does Christopher Desmond specialise in?

    Christopher Desmond specialises in Gastroenterology in Malvern, AU. 28 years of clinical experience.

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    Christopher Desmond speaks English.

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