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Mr Philip Allen - Colorectal & General Surgeon

Private Service, General Surgery

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Description

I have been working in full-time private practice as a colorectal and general surgeon in Auckland since 1995. I trained in Auckland before spending a number of years in the UK and Australia. I later undertook an advanced 2 year Colorectal Fellowship in Melbourne and Auckland.

The majority of my practice now is in colorectal surgery although I still maintain some aspects of general surgery such as laparoscopic herniae, gallbladder and pilonidal disease.

I practice both colonoscopy and gastroscopy at:

Colorectal surgery includes:
  • Anal conditions such as haemorrhoids, fissures and fistulas
  • Pelvic floor problems causing difficulty in defaecation or faecal incontinence
  • Colorectal diseases such as bowel cancer and diverticular disease.
Most of my colonic surgery is done laparoscopically, which means using telescopes. This gives significantly better recovery after surgery with no compromise in operative standards, especially with bowel cancer.

Consultants

Referral Expectations

When you come to your appointment, I will ask questions about your illness and examine you to try to determine or confirm the diagnosis. The examination may require the use of a small enema 1-2 hours before the appointment. My secretary will explain this if needed.

A number of blood tests or X-rays may need to be ordered.
 
Some conditions such as bleeding haemorrhoids can be treated at the same visit.
 
Once a diagnosis has been made, I will discuss treatment with you. In some instances this will mean surgery, while other cases can be managed with medication and advice. If surgery is advised, the steps involved in the surgical process and the likely outcome are usually discussed with you at this time. A definite booking for surgery can usually be made at the same visit. 

Charges

Mr Philip Allen is a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider for a range of services under the following service categories:

  • Endoscopy
  • General surgery (gall bladder, hernia)
  • Skin cancer diagnosis & surgery

Hours

Mon – Fri8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Please contact the practice during business hours to arrange an appointment.

Common Conditions / Procedures / Treatments

  • Colonoscopy

    Colonoscopy is the examination of your colon (large bowel) using a colonoscope (long, flexible tube with a camera on the end).… More

  • Gastroscopy

    Gastroscopy allows examination of the upper part of your digestive tract i.e.… More

  • Haemorrhoids (Piles)

    Haemorrhoids are a condition where the vessels under the lining in the anal canal are congested and enlarged.… More

  • Colorectal Cancer

    This is cancer that begins in your colon or rectum.… More

  • Gastrointestinal Disorders

    Conditions of the gut dealt with by general surgery include disorders of the oesophagus, stomach, small bowel, large bowel and anus.… More

  • Gallstones

    General surgery covers some disorders of the liver and biliary system.… More

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease

    There are two types of IBD; ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.… More

  • Skin Disorders

    Skin conditions dealt with by general surgery include lumps, tumours and other lesions of the skin and underlying tissues.… More

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Parking

Free patient parking is provided at the front and rear of St Marks Surgical Centre. 

Contact Details

Southern Cross Auckland Surgical Centre, Remuera, Auckland

Central Auckland

9 St Marks Rd
Remuera
Auckland 1050
New Zealand

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Street Address

9 St Marks Rd
Remuera
Auckland 1050
New Zealand

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9 St Marks Rd
Remuera
Auckland 1050
New Zealand

This page was last updated at 2:48PM on April 22, 2021. This information is reviewed and edited by Mr Philip Allen - Colorectal & General Surgeon.