About
Dr Scott Whiting is North Queensland's only sub-specialty trained Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon, delivering world-class surgical techniques and comprehensive multidisciplinary support from his Townsville practice.
Procedures Offered
Also offered
Hospital Affiliations
Townsville Mater Hospital
Townsville, QLD - private
Townsville University Hospital
Townsville, QLD - public
About Dr Scott Whiting
Dr Scott Whiting is an accredited Upper GI, Bariatric and General Surgeon located in Townsville, Australia.
- My personal goal is to ensure the people of North Queensland have access to world class surgical procedures, delivered by highly trained specialists.
- Medical studies at the University of Notre Dame in Fremantle, Western Australia, graduating with Honours and a Dean's Commendation. Sub-specialty training in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Fellowships in Bariatrics (ANZMOSS) and Minimally Invasive Upper GI Surgery (ANZGOSA).
- North Queensland's only sub-specialty trained Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon
- University of Notre Dame – Dean's Commendation
- Former professional NRL player for the North Queensland Cowboys
- Mission Australia – Commendation for Services Provided
- Fellowship in Bariatrics (ANZMOSS)
- Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Upper GI Surgery (ANZGOSA)
- One of a few surgeons in Australia using minimally invasive techniques including the DaVinci Robot for upper GI oncology surgery
Procedure Information
Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery▼
Global experience and training has allowed Dr Whiting to bring the latest surgical techniques and procedures to North Queensland. Dr Whiting draws on the expertise of bariatric dietitians, nurses, general practitioners, psychologists and exercise physiologists to provide a tailored multidisciplinary approach to help you achieve your best results.
Upper GI Surgery▼
Dr Whiting is a leader in upper GI oncology surgery and management including oesophageal and gastric cancer procedures. Dr Whiting is one of a few surgeons in Australia using minimally invasive techniques to perform this surgery along with the DaVinci Robot.
General Surgery▼
With local and international training and experience, Dr Whiting performs a range of laparoscopic bariatric & metabolic procedures as well as general, and upper gastrointestinal surgery. His aim is to provide the most appropriate treatment option tailored to your specific needs.
Support Team
Dietitian
Psychologist
Exercise Physiologist
Bariatric Physician / GP
Nurse Specialist
Opening Hours
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday: 9 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday: 9 am–4:30 pm
Thursday: 9 am–4:30 pm
Friday: 9 am–4:30 pm
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