Dr David Joseph

Dr David Joseph is a highly experienced laparoscopic, upper gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgeon based in Sydney. He specialises in minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery for both common and complex conditions affecting the oesophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas and biliary system.

He provides expert care across a broad range of procedures, with particular focus on gallbladder surgery, hernia repair, and bariatric (weight loss) surgery. Consultations are available in Newtown and via telehealth where appropriate.

Clinical Expertise

Dr Joseph’s practice encompasses high-volume minimally invasive surgery through to complex upper gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary procedures.

Gallbladder & Hernia Surgery

• Laparoscopic gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)

• Management of gallstones and gallbladder-related conditions

• Inguinal, umbilical and incisional hernia repair

• Minimally invasive and complex hernia surgery

• Focus on safe surgery, reduced recovery time, and optimal patient outcomes

Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery

• Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (gastric sleeve)

• Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y and single loop gastric bypass)

• Revision bariatric surgery for weight regain, reflux, or complications

• Individualised surgical planning for obesity and metabolic disease

Upper Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Surgery

• Surgery for conditions affecting the liver, pancreas and biliary system

• Management of benign and malignant upper gastrointestinal disease

• Advanced laparoscopic and complex surgical procedures

• Experience in hepatobiliary and transplant-related surgery

Training & Experience

Dr Joseph completed his medical degree at the University of Sydney (MBBS) in 1996 and undertook specialist training in General Surgery at Royal Prince Alfred and Concord Hospitals.

He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 2004.

He completed advanced training in surgical oncology and hepatobiliary surgery at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, followed by a fellowship in liver transplantation in 2006, where he was appointed as a Staff Specialist Surgeon.

In 2007, he undertook further fellowship training at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (USA), a high-volume, world-renowned centre. During this time, he gained extensive experience in complex hepatobiliary surgery, transplantation, and advanced bariatric surgery.