Dr Robert Cunliffe

BM BCh 1994 Oxfd; MRCP (UK) 1997; FRACP 2015

Dr Cunliffe is a seasoned gastroenterologist with a broad based knowledge of gastrointestinal disease and a deep commitment to patient centred care. Robert studied for his medical degree at the University of Oxford in the UK, and completed his advanced training in gastroenterology in Nottingham. Prior to relocating to New Zealand with his family in 2009, Robert was a consultant gastroenterologist at Derby Royal Hospital. Since 2009 he has held the position of consultant gastroenterologist at Tauranga Hospital.

As well as general gastroenterology Roberts areas of expertise include gastroscopy, colonoscopy, video capsule endoscopy and bowel cancer screening. Robert is not only a clinician, but also a dedicated mentor to advanced trainees in gastroenterology and he also plays an integral role in the selection of junior doctors for training in gastroenterology in New Zealand. He is a member of several international professional gastroenterology societies and has been the principal investigator for several local clinical research trials. Robert is well known for his good communication skills which enhance both patient care and professional training.

• Gastroscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Video capsule endoscopy
• Bowel cancer screening.

Gastroenterologist and Internal Medicine, Gastroenterologist

11 May 2010

Internal Medicine

English