About
Dr Carey Gall is a specialist Colorectal Surgeon and member of the Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSSANZ). He completed 9 years of post graduate surgical training in Hobart, Adelaide and Melbourne, including 3 years of specialist colorectal training.
Dr Gall has been in consultant practice for over 20 years as a partner of Hobart Colorectal Surgeons. He offers expertise across a broad range of colorectal conditions including colonoscopy, anal and pelvic floor problems, bowel cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. Carey lives in Battery Point with his wife, son and dog. His interests include food and wine, travel and world affairs.
Services
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is one of the most commonly performed procedures to investigate the large bowel (colon). Dr Gall performs more than 600 colonoscopies each year at the Hobart Private, Calvary and the Hobart Specialist Day Hospital. Procedures are performed under light anaesthetic and patients are discharged home the same day. Colonoscopy requires a bowel preparation to empty the bowel. Bookings for a colonoscopy can usually be organised by our practice nurse on the telephone. We do require a referral from your doctor to be faxed or sent to the rooms.
Bowel (colorectal) cancer
Bowel cancer is a common disease affecting 1 in 20 Australians. Dr Gall has considerable experience in treating all aspects of bowel cancer from diagnosis by colonoscopy, through surgical treatment and life long follow-up.
Laparoscopic (keyhole) colorectal surgery
Dr Gall performs 80% of bowel operations laparoscopically. This is a minimal access or keyhole operation where most of the surgery is performed with long instruments and a camera inserted through tiny trocars placed through the abdomen. The bowel is then removed via a short incision (usually 7cm / 3 inches). In the past, many colorectal operations were performed as open surgery through long abdominal incisions of up to 35cm (14 inches). Patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery have less pain and a quicker recovery allowing them to return home sooner.
Bowel control and pelvic floor problems
It is estimated that 1 in 25 Australians have problems with leakage from the bowel. This can be embarrassing and affects patients' ability to work and socialise. Dr Gall has a particular interest in patients with bowel control problems and offers complete investigation and treatment. He has one of the largest sacral neuromodulation experiences in Tasmania and has been successfully performing the procedure since 2007. Click here for more details.
Anal conditions
Anal conditions such as haemorrhoids, prolapse, fissures and infections (abscesses and fistulas) can be distressing and disabling. Dr Gall offers complete investigation and a wide range of surgical and non-surgical treatments for these problems. Examinations are performed with specialist equipment in a pleasant, private environment to maximise patient comfort.
Inflammatory bowel disease
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are conditions causing inflammation (irritation) of the bowel. The conditions often affect young people. Dr Gall treats many such patients and will liaise closely with your gastroenterologist about any surgical treatment which may be required. Most patients are able to have their operations laparoscopically.
Diverticular disease
Diverticular disease and diverticulitis affect many people. Most patients are able to be managed without surgery but an operation may be the best option if attacks are frequent. Dr Gall can guide you through investigation and treatment options. Most surgery, if required, can be performed laparoscopically.
Patient information
You can find valuable information about conditions and procedures at the website of the Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and New Zealand, using this link.
Contact
Carey Gall consults at the rooms of Hobart Colorectal Surgeons. We have two dedicated patient car parks.
Marian House (grounds of Calvary Hospital)
49 Augusta Rd
Lenah Valley
Tasmania 7008
Telephone: 03 6228 2688
Fax: 03 6228 2633