Brisbane Colorectal Surgeons
Expert care and treatment for colon and rectal conditions
Brisbane Colorectal takes a multidisciplinary approach; helping people who suffer from anal, colon, rectal and abdominal issues get the comprehensive care they deserve.
Don’t suffer in silence, help improve your quality of life
From the embarrassing and uncomfortable through to the severe and life threatening, many people suffer with conditions relating to the bottom or stomach. From a bleeding colon, bowel leakage or constipation, through diverticular disease and bowel cancer, there’s no need to suffer in silence.
Book a consultation with either of our colorectal surgeons, Dr Chris Gillespie and Dr Tim Slack and get the care and treatment you need and deserve to start feeling better.
Trusted experts for the most complex of conditions
We have a long track record of helping people with a range of colon and rectal conditions, from haemorrhoids and anal fissures, to more challenging scenarios such as complex inflammatory bowel disease and rectal cancer.
Get the support and relief you need, to lead the life you want
We collaborate with other specialists and allied health professionals to ensure all your needs are met. We treat you, and your symptoms, with care and dignity so you can get back to the life you want to lead.
Take comfort in knowing you’ve chosen Brisbane’s best
As a first approach, our specialists will provide you with a care plan without relying on surgery. As a next step, if surgery is recommended, where possible it’ll be minimally-invasive, and if necessary we also offer robotic colorectal surgery.
Meet our colorectal surgeons
Both surgeons are Fellows of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) — meaning they’ve completed several years of rigorous surgical training. And building on that foundation, have completed subspecialty training in colorectal surgery under the Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSSANZ). When it comes to dealing with those intricate body parts, you’re choosing surgeons who know what they’re doing.
Dr Chris Gillespie
Colorectal Surgeon
A straight-talking colorectal surgeon with a reassuring manner and over 10 years’ experience, Dr Chris Gillespie is interested in minimally invasive surgery and pelvic floor disorders, and also teaches general surgical trainees.
Dr Tim Slack
Colorectal Surgeon
Hailing from the Darling Downs, Dr Tim Slack is a compassionate professional with experience in all areas of colorectal surgery. During his 10 years in the field, he’s been heavily involved in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Conditions we treat
If you suffer, or suspect you have one of the following conditions, we can help.
Crohn's disease
Faecal incontinence
Hernia repair and miscellaneous conditions
Obstructed defecation and constipation
Pilonidal sinus disease
Rectal prolapse
Ulcerative colitis
Can’t find your condition?
Don’t be concerned, call us on 07 3010 3360 and speak to our friendly team to see how we can help.
Services we provide
You can see us for all colorectal surgery options, whether it’s a colonoscopy, anorectal physiology testing, sacral nerve stimulation, wound and stomal therapy, and much more.
We also provide an on-call service and availability for emergency surgery at the Mater Private Hospital Brisbane.
Hernia repair and other conditions
Have an odd abdominal or groin bulge that needs to be taken care of? We offer hernia repair, and a number of abdominal operations, including, but not limited to, appendicectomy and portacath insertion for chemotherapy.