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A/Prof David van der Poorten
👤 15 years of experience
9,125+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Associate Professor David van der Poorten is a highly respected Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, currently serving as a Staff Specialist at Westmead Public Hospital and a Clinical Associate Professor in medicine at the University of Sydney. He also consults at Lakeview Private Hospital in Norwest and is a Visiting Medical Officer at Strathfield Private Hospital. A/Prof van der Poorten is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and is actively involved in the Gastroenterological Society of Australia.
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, A/Prof van der Poorten completed his gastroenterology training at Concord and Westmead Hospitals before earning a PhD in advanced hepatology through the Storr Liver Unit at Westmead under the mentorship of Professor Jacob George. His research has led to numerous publications, and he regularly reviews high-ranking journals such as Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and The Medical Journal of Australia. His expertise extends across a range of gastroenterology and liver diseases, with special interests in colorectal cancer screening, capsule endoscopy (pill cam), fatty liver disease and NASH, inflammatory bowel disease, and viral hepatitis.
A/Prof van der Poorten is skilled in advanced endoscopic procedures, including Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) for large polyps, dilation of strictures, and the management of acute gastrointestinal bleeding. He is passionate about delivering the best possible outcomes for his patients, ensuring they receive comprehensive, evidence-based care across all conditions.
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, A/Prof van der Poorten completed his gastroenterology training at Concord and Westmead Hospitals before earning a PhD in advanced hepatology through the Storr Liver Unit at Westmead under the mentorship of Professor Jacob George. His research has led to numerous publications, and he regularly reviews high-ranking journals such as Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and The Medical Journal of Australia. His expertise extends across a range of gastroenterology and liver diseases, with special interests in colorectal cancer screening, capsule endoscopy (pill cam), fatty liver disease and NASH, inflammatory bowel disease, and viral hepatitis.
A/Prof van der Poorten is skilled in advanced endoscopic procedures, including Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) for large polyps, dilation of strictures, and the management of acute gastrointestinal bleeding. He is passionate about delivering the best possible outcomes for his patients, ensuring they receive comprehensive, evidence-based care across all conditions.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— A/Prof David van der Poorten
Education & training
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2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2007–2011 Residency · Gastroenterología
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2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Gastroenterología
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 1,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 95 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,673 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,353 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,446 |
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 | 90 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 13 · i10: 8
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterología outcomes
DOI: 10.8798/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 30732790 · cited by 135
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Outcomes of Gastroenterología in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.2357/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35916290 · cited by 117
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterología outcomes
DOI: 10.5827/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 38857604 · cited by 179
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Gastroenterología European Annual Congress (Gastroenterología) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Gastroenterología National Society Meeting · Norwest · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterología — Norwest · 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 2012
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2012
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2012
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterología
- Awareness When should you see a gastroenterología?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · david.van.der.poorten@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
58 verified reviews4.98
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58 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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