Dr Robert Gandy

Dr. Robert Gandy is a highly specialized General and Upper Gastrointestinal (Upper GI) Surgeon based in Sydney, offering expertise across both high-volume general surgery and complex surgical oncology. He is a strong advocate for minimally invasive techniques, utilizing laparoscopic and robotic surgery to promote faster patient recovery.

Key Surgical Focus

Dr. Gandy's practice is divided into two major areas of focus, ensuring comprehensive care from routine procedures to complex cancer management:

1. Minimally Invasive General & Functional Surgery

• Hernia Repair: Expert in the laparoscopic and robotic repair of all hernia types (e.g., inguinal, incisional).

• Anti-Reflux Surgery: Specialized procedures for GERD, including laparoscopic hiatus hernia repair.

• Weight Loss Surgery: Advanced bariatric procedures such as laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass.

• Gallbladder: Routine laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal).

2. Complex Surgical Oncology (HPB & Upper GI)

• Dr. Gandy has extensive expertise in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery, focusing on cancers of the upper abdomen.

• Cancer Management: Providing high-quality, personalized surgical care for cancers of the liver, pancreas, bile ducts, gallbladder, stomach, and oesophagus.

• Specialist Recognition: His post-fellowship training is recognized by both the ANZHPBA (HPB surgery) and ANZGOSA (Gastric & Oesophageal surgery).

Qualifications & Practice

• Dr. Gandy operates and consults at the Prince of Wales Private and Public Hospitals in Randwick.

• He holds the Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) and a Masters in Upper GI Surgery from the University of Sydney.

• He serves as the Chairperson of the Sydney Upper Gastrointestinal Surgical Society (SUGGS).