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Barnaby Smith – General, Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgeon
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6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Description
Endoscopy is the process of looking inside body cavities, using a very tiny camera attached to the end of a long, flexible tube (endoscope). Images from the camera are sent to a television monitor so that the doctor can direct the movement of the endoscope. It is also possible to pass different instruments through the endoscope to allow small samples or growths to be removed.
Endoscopy allows a doctor to make a diagnosis either by seeing directly what is causing the problem or by taking a small tissue sample for examination under a microscope (biopsy).
Endoscopy can also be used as a treatment e.g. for removal of swallowed objects in the oesophagus (food pipe), healing of lesions etc.
Laparoscopic surgery
Laparoscopic (or keyhole) surgical procedures are performed through several small cuts (incisions) usually only 5-10mm long, rather than through one large incision.
A long, narrow surgical telescope (laparoscope) that has a tiny camera and light source attached, is inserted through one of the incisions so that the surgeon can view the inside of the body on a TV monitor.
The surgeon then passes specially designed surgical instruments through the other incisions and carries out the procedure using the TV monitor to guide the instruments.
Laparoscopic surgery is usually associated with less blood loss during surgery and less pain and scarring following surgery. In most cases, time spent in hospital is less and overall recovery time from the operation is less than with conventional open surgery.
Consultants
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Mr Barnaby Smith
General, Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgeon
Hours
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Mon – Fri | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
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Referral Expectations
Procedures / Treatments
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Skin Disorders Including Melanoma
Skin conditions dealt with by general surgery include lumps, tumours and other lesions of the skin and underlying tissues.… More
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Breast Disorders Including Breast Cancer
General surgery covers breast diseases including breast cancer. These conditions are often initially dealt with in a specialised breast clinic which is able to perform a number of investigations (e.g.… More
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Hernias
A hernia exists where part of the abdominal wall is weakened, and the contents of the abdomen push through to the outside.… More
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Gastrointestinal Disorders
Conditions of the gut dealt with by general surgery include disorders of the oesophagus, stomach, small bowel, large bowel and anus.… More
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Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease
Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is caused by the backflow (reflux) of food and stomach acid into the oesophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach) from the stomach.… More
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Gallstones
General surgery covers some disorders of the liver and biliary system.… More
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Gastroscopy
Gastroscopy allows examination of the upper part of your digestive tract i.e.… More
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Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the examination of your colon (large bowel) using a colonoscope (long, flexible tube with a camera on the end).… More
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Bariatrics
Bariatric surgery is performed for the lifestyle and health benefits of weight loss.… More
Charges
Barnaby is a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider for a range of procedures under the following categories :
- General Surgery
- Skin
- Varicose Veins
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Contact Details
Phoenix House, Pyne St, Whakatane
Bay of Plenty
Phone
(07) 307 2029
Fax
(07) 308 9720
Website
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This page was last updated at 11:33AM on September 4, 2019. This information is reviewed and edited by Barnaby Smith – General, Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgeon.