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Dr Frank Sardelic
👤 12 years of experience
5,371+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Frank Sardelic is a highly experienced Specialist General Surgeon with a strong focus on breast, thyroid, and melanoma surgery. Born in Croatia, Dr Sardelic moved to Australia as a child, growing up in Far North Queensland before settling in Sydney. He graduated from the University of Sydney with a medical degree in 1986 and completed his surgical training at Westmead Hospital, earning his Fellowship in General Surgery from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 1995.
Since 1997, Dr Sardelic has been based in Tamworth, working at Tamworth Rural and Referral Hospital and Tamara Private Hospital. His surgical expertise includes breast cancer surgery, thyroid and parathyroid procedures, salivary gland surgery, and melanoma treatment. He introduced the sentinel node biopsy technique—used for breast cancer and melanoma—to Tamworth, advancing care for local patients.
Dr Sardelic is the Medical Director of BreastScreen NorthWest Hunter New England and a member of BreastSurgANZ and the Breast Cancer Trials Group. He actively participates in international breast cancer research and oversees surgical training in Tamworth.
Known for his patient-focused approach, Dr Sardelic provides clear, compassionate guidance to help patients make informed decisions and feel supported throughout their treatment journey.
Since 1997, Dr Sardelic has been based in Tamworth, working at Tamworth Rural and Referral Hospital and Tamara Private Hospital. His surgical expertise includes breast cancer surgery, thyroid and parathyroid procedures, salivary gland surgery, and melanoma treatment. He introduced the sentinel node biopsy technique—used for breast cancer and melanoma—to Tamworth, advancing care for local patients.
Dr Sardelic is the Medical Director of BreastScreen NorthWest Hunter New England and a member of BreastSurgANZ and the Breast Cancer Trials Group. He actively participates in international breast cancer research and oversees surgical training in Tamworth.
Known for his patient-focused approach, Dr Sardelic provides clear, compassionate guidance to help patients make informed decisions and feel supported throughout their treatment journey.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Frank Sardelic
Education & training
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2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2010–2014 Residency · Breast Surgery
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2014–2015 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Breast Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,709 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,459 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,843 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,508 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 270.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 20 · i10: 12
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Outcomes of Breast Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.9823/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31751410 · cited by 141
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European registry analysis of Breast Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.6331/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38493211 · cited by 31
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Outcomes of Breast Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8907/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 36316449 · cited by 113
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European registry analysis of Breast Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.5490/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 36380713 · cited by 107
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Breast Surgery European Annual Congress (Breast Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Breast Surgery National Society Meeting · Tamworth · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Breast Surgery — Tamworth · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2015
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2015
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2015
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Breast Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a breast surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · franko.sardelic@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
126 verified reviews4.99
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126 reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.7
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99.0
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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