3 años de experiencia·★★★★⯨5.0(76 reseñas verificadas)
11,780+
Patients seen
3
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken
PROFILE SUMMARY
About Dr. Robert Whitfield at a glance
Dr. Robert Whitfield is a Breast Surgery practitioner based in Norwood, Australia, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 28+ 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 Norwood, Australia and the surrounding area.
VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026
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Dr. Robert Whitfield is an accomplished surgeon with extensive expertise in breast surgery, oncoplastic surgery and breast reconstruction, endocrine surgery, and surgical oncology. After graduating from Monash University in 1998, he was awarded a Fellowship in General Surgery by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2009. His advanced training began with a post-Fellowship specialisation in breast and endocrine surgery at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Adelaide. He spent a further year of post-Fellowship training at the Royal Adelaide Hospital where he developed a deep understanding of breast reconstruction, oncoplastic surgery, and melanoma. He also served as Chief Surgical Resident during this year.
He completed an oncoplastic breast Fellowship in Edinburgh, UK, in 2011, gaining international experience in advanced breast surgery techniques.
Since 2012, Dr. Whitfield has worked as a staff specialist surgeon in Breast, Endocrine, and Surgical Oncology at the Royal Adelaide Hospital. He also serves as a Visiting Surgeon at BreastScreen South Australia, where his expertise in breast cancer screening and treatment is highly valued. He is the current Surgical Head of Unit at BreastScreen SA. Additionally, he is actively involved in medical education and is currently the Chair of the Australian Board in General Surgery. His dedication to educating future surgeons and advancing surgical knowledge has been a key aspect of his career.
In 2014, Dr. Whitfield expanded his practice to the private sector, offering specialised surgical care in breast, endocrine, and surgical oncology. He is accredited to practise at several leading hospitals, including The Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and St Andrew’s Hospital. He is accredited at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital for paediatric endocrine surgery.
Dr. Whitfield’s areas of special interest include breast surgery, melanoma surgery, thyroid surgery, and parathyroid surgery, particularly minimally invasive techniques. His dedication to patient-centred care and his skill in surgical procedures have earned him a reputation as one of the leading surgeons in his field.
He is a member of several professional organisations, including the Australian & New Zealand Endocrine Surgeons, BreastSurgANZ, General Surgeons Australia, and the International Association of Endocrine Surgeons. He is currently on the executive committee at BreastSurgANZ, acting in the role of Secretary/Treasurer
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Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
Dr. Robert Whitfield's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Robert Whitfield treats, with the size of the national pool of Australia doctors offering the same care.
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 Norwood 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 Robert Whitfield specialise in?
Robert Whitfield specialises in Breast Surgery in Norwood, AU. 28 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does Robert Whitfield treat?
Robert Whitfield treats conditions within Breast Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does Robert Whitfield practise?
Robert Whitfield practises in Norwood, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does Robert Whitfield speak?
Robert Whitfield speaks English.
How do I book an appointment with Robert Whitfield?
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What do patients say about Robert Whitfield?
Robert Whitfield has a verified rating of 4.95/5 from 76 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.
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