Dr Andrew Hughes

Dr Andrew Hughes has specific interests in minimally invasive surgery - laparoscopy and robotics - including gallstone disease, hernia surgery, anti-reflux surgery and colonic resections for malignancy and benign conditions. He works collaboratively with Gastroenterologists in these areas to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.  
Dr Hughes has had varied roles within the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, running the training registrar education program for 10 years concurrent with representation on the Qld Training Board in General Surgery.  He is a Senior Lecturer with the University of Queensland, with experience in teaching at various levels, from student to post-fellowship  training.  He enjoys GP and hospital education activities.  He is a current Director of General Surgeons Australia. Dr Hughes trained locally at Princess Alexandra Hospital, and has been a Consultant surgeon at The Prince Charles Hospital since 2007, and in part-time private practice since then on the north side of Brisbane.