Dr
Dr Christopher Desmond
Gastroenterology
About
Dr Desmond performs interventional and therapeutic gastroscopy and colonoscopy, including open access endoscopy, at Cabrini Malvern, Cabrini Brighton and Glen Iris Private Hospital. His procedural work includes advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, ensuring comprehensive assessment and management of gastrointestinal conditions.
He provides a seven-day-per-week inpatient gastroenterology service at Cabrini Malvern and Brighton, offering continuity of care for hospitalised patients. He is also a Visiting Specialist at Monash Medical Centre, where he undertakes endoscopic procedures including endoscopic ultrasound (EUS).
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Christopher Desmond
Education & training
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2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2011–2015 Residency · Gastroenterology
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2015–2016 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
Board certifications
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 424 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,758 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,390 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 393 |
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 | 360.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 270.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 15 · i10: 6
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
DOI: 10.9980/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33030717 · cited by 72
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Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.1528/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36002494 · cited by 18
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
DOI: 10.3265/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 30357975 · cited by 148
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Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.1141/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 34192263 · cited by 86
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 2016
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2016
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2016
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 · christopher.desmond@euroclinics.example