MBChB, FRACP
Dr Robert Gilmore is a respected Gastroenterologist with a strong focus on patient-centred care.
Special Interests
- Bowel Cancer (Colorectal Cancer) Screening
- General Gastroenterology
- Colonoscopy
- Gastroscopy, and Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
As a member of the Gastroenterology Network for Intestinal Ultrasound, the Gastroenterological Society of Australia and the Gastroenterological Society of Queensland, Dr Gilmore performs intestinal ultrasound to assist in the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal conditions.
Qualifications
Dr Gilmore earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at the University of Glasgow, Scotland in 2014. After training as a junior doctor in the National Health Service, he moved to Australia and undertook advanced gastroenterology training in Melbourne. He has had the privilege of completing clinical and research fellowships at the Royal Alexandra Hospital Glasgow, Austin Health Melbourne and Mater Hospital Brisbane, before attaining his Fellowship from the Royal Australian College of Physicians in 2023. He is pursuing a PhD in the real-world application of novel therapies for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) at the University of Queensland, where he also holds a fellow and lecturer position.
Patient Care
Dr Gilmore is passionate about empowering patients to take an active role in their healthcare journey. His approach to patient care is both comprehensive and individualised, as he draws on his expertise and ongoing research in the field.
Open Access Endoscopy within 14 Days
As an advocate for timely diagnosis, Dr Gilmore participates in Montserrat’s Open Access Program supporting eligible patients to access high-quality endoscopy within 14 days of booking. It reduces the time to diagnosis, supports Australia’s Bowel Cancer Screening Program, and triages patients with positive test results.
Privately Insured No Gap Services
Dr Gilmore is a no gap provider committed to high quality, accessible and affordable care. Patients with eligible private health cover can access no-gap procedures with Dr Gilmore, aside from any applicable excess or co-payment. Please note, this does not include Anaesthetist fees which can sometimes be charged separately.
Research & Publications
Dr Gilmore is an active clinician and researcher, as well as a patient advocate. His research focuses on quality improvement and the real-world use and effectiveness of novel IBD therapies in Australia. He leads numerous clinical trials and has published papers in Australian and International medical journals. He frequently shares his expertise as an invited speaker at national and international conferences.
Qualifications:
- MB ChB, University of Glasgow, United Kingdom, 2014
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, The Royal Australasian College of Physicians, Adult Medicine Division, Australia, 2023
AHPRA No:MED0002087389
Procedures performed:
- Rapid & Direct Endoscopy (Open Access)
- Colonoscopy
- Gastroscopy
Appointments & Enquiries
Westside Private Hospital
Suite 311, Level 3
32 Morrow Street
Taringa QLD 4068
Phone: (07) 3833 6701
Fax: (07) 3833 6740
Email: bookings@montserrat.com.au
Website: www.montserrat.com.au