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Trust score 8/100
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Dr
Dr Vanja Giljaca
Gastroenterology
English
11,066+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Vanja Giljaca is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Advanced Interventional Endoscopist at University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB). He also sees private patients at The Priory Hospital. Dr Giljaca completed his medical degree at the University of Rijeka, Croatia in 2003 followed by his gastroenterology training in Croatia in 2015. He obtained his PhD at Royal Free Hospital London and has been serving as a consultant at UHB since 2016.
Specialising in a wide range of gastrointestinal issues, Dr Giljaca addresses conditions such as dyspepsia, acid reflux, ulcer disease, liver and biliary system disorders including biliary stones, precancerous gastrointestinal conditions, polyps, and early cancers. He also focuses on pancreatic disorders and performs advanced and complex gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract. Dr Giljaca conducts complex polypectomies and utilises advanced endoscopic procedures such as endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and ERCP for liver, pancreas, and bile duct conditions.
Dr Giljaca is known for introducing new procedures to the West Midlands and advocating for innovative advanced endoscopic procedures in the region, such as Endoscopic Submucosal Resection and Full Thickness Resection of gastrointestinal polyps and early cancers. He has contributed to various medical journals with several scientific papers.
Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Giljaca holds professional memberships with the British Society of Gastroenterology and the European Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, where he has served on the Quality Improvement Committee. He actively participates in advanced training for registrars and fellows in gastroenterology and regularly lectures on gastroenterology topics for medical students in Birmingham.
Specialising in a wide range of gastrointestinal issues, Dr Giljaca addresses conditions such as dyspepsia, acid reflux, ulcer disease, liver and biliary system disorders including biliary stones, precancerous gastrointestinal conditions, polyps, and early cancers. He also focuses on pancreatic disorders and performs advanced and complex gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract. Dr Giljaca conducts complex polypectomies and utilises advanced endoscopic procedures such as endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and ERCP for liver, pancreas, and bile duct conditions.
Dr Giljaca is known for introducing new procedures to the West Midlands and advocating for innovative advanced endoscopic procedures in the region, such as Endoscopic Submucosal Resection and Full Thickness Resection of gastrointestinal polyps and early cancers. He has contributed to various medical journals with several scientific papers.
Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Giljaca holds professional memberships with the British Society of Gastroenterology and the European Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, where he has served on the Quality Improvement Committee. He actively participates in advanced training for registrars and fellows in gastroenterology and regularly lectures on gastroenterology topics for medical students in Birmingham.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Vanja Giljaca
Education & training
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2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2008–2012 Residency · Gastroenterology
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2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Gastroenterology
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 4,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,340 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 178 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,914 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 213 |
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 | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 7 · i10: 5
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Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.1857/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36113409 · cited by 44
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
DOI: 10.2394/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36449974 · cited by 54
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Gastroenterology European Annual Congress (Gastroenterology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Gastroenterology National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterology — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2013
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2013
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2013
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology
- Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · vanja.giljaca@euroclinics.example
