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Dr David Highton

Anaesthetics Woolloongabba

Dr David Highton

8 years of experience

5,702+
Patients seen
8
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr David Highton at a glance

Dr David Highton is an Anaesthetics practitioner based in Woolloongabba, Australia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2014). Serves patients in Woolloongabba, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Highton is a highly trained anaesthetist dedicated to providing patients with individualised care. They understand that undergoing surgery or a procedure requiring anaesthesia can be a stressful time. Therefore, Dr Highton prioritises clear communication and compassionate support to ensure patients feel safe and informed throughout their healthcare journey.
Dr Highton is skilled in various anaesthesia techniques and stays current on the latest advancements in the field. Their expertise allows them to create tailored anaesthesia plans that address each patient's unique needs and medical considerations. Patients can feel confident knowing that their well-being is Dr Highton's priority.

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

— Dr David Highton

Education & training

  1. 2008–2014 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Woolloongabba (AU)
  2. 2014–2018 Residency · Anaesthetics
    Universitat de Barcelona, Woolloongabba (AU)

Career & appointments

  1. 2018-09–2019-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Anaesthetics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-348027 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Anaesthetics
#EB-201CD2DD · issued 2019 · renewal 2029
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,841
Annual physical exam 99395 1,287
Vaccination administration 90471 663
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,904

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 90 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

David Highton in consultation
IN OFFICE
David Highton with the team
WITH TEAM
David Highton at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 115s
Meet David Highton

Research & publications

h-index: 9 · i10: 6

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Anaesthetics
    David Highton, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.8723/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38834780 · cited by 137
  2. Long-term follow-up of Anaesthetics across AU
    David Highton, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5472/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30733652 · cited by 107

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Anaesthetics — Woolloongabba · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2019
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2019
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2019

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Anaesthetics
  • Awareness When should you see a anaesthetics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · david.highton@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 David Highton's Areas of Specialty

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Anaesthetics

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Woolloongabba matters

Medical practice in Australia is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Australia medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Woolloongabba 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 David Highton specialise in?

    David Highton specialises in Anaesthetics in Woolloongabba, AU.

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    David Highton speaks English.

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