Gastroenterologists & Hepatologists
Doctors
Gastroenterologists & Hepatologists
MBBS, BMEDSC, FRACP
Speciality: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Dr Richard Cheng is an Australian trained gastroenterologist and the Director of Gastroenterology at Redcliffe Hospital in Brisbane. Dr Cheng graduated from the University of Melbourne and was awarded the Fellowship of the FRACP in 2014. His further studies included a Bachelor of Medical Science through the Austin Hospital Liver Transplant Unit, where he trained in the management of chronic liver disease and its complications.
Dr Cheng’s Special interests include:
- Endoscopy (Gastroscopy) / Colonoscopy +/- polyp removal
- Bowel cancer (ie. colorectal cancer) screening (National Bowel Cancer Screening Program)
- Rapid access endoscopy
- Inflammatory bowel disease: Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
- Functional bowel disease – reflux, IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), change in bowel habit
- Gastrointestinal bleeding and Iron deficiency Anaemia
- Liver Disease
Dr Richard Cheng also completed a clinical fellowship in inflammatory bowel disease at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, providing specialist consultation and multidisciplinary care in gastroenterological diseases to patients in both Brisbane and regional Queensland.
Rapid Access Endoscopy
Dr Cheng advocates for rapid access to high-quality gastroenterology and endoscopy care for Queensland patients and sits on the steering committee for the State-wide Clinical Network for Gastroenterology. He supports rapid access endoscopy pathways, so eligible patients can fast-track their procedure without unnecessary delays. This efficient model of care promotes earlier diagnosis and is aligned with Australia’s National Bowel Cancer Screening Program, prioritising timely investigation of positive FOBT results.
He is involved in GP education, awareness campaigns and has presented at multiple local and international conferences. He is committed to developing holistic and multidisciplinary gastroenterological care for patients. He enjoys teaching and mentoring junior medical staff in his daily work.
Dr Cheng was recognised at the Metro North Australia Day Achievement Awards 2021 for his achievements in driving improvements in Gastroenterology by diligently improving the service, spending quality time with patients and delivering compassionate care.
Appointments & Enquiries
North Star Gastroenterology
North Lakes Day Hospital
7 Endeavour Blvd
North Lakes, QLD, 4509
Phone: 07 3184 3629
Fax: 07 3740 6669
Email: admin@northstargastro.com.au
Website: www.northstargastro.com.au
MBBS, MRCP, FRACP
Speciality: Gastroenterology & Hepatology
No Gap Doctor
Dr Madhavi Kasi graduated from the NTR University Andhra Pradesh, India in 2004. She commenced practising in the U.K and completed her Gastroenterology training at the Nottingham University Hospital, U.K. Dr Kasi then undertook a Hepatology and Liver transplant Fellowship from the University of Cambridge, U.K. She also holds Membership from the Royal College of Physicians, U.K and the Royal Australian College of Physicians.
Before moving to Australia Dr Kasi practised as a Consultant in the Royal Derby Hospital and started working as a Fellow in the Gold Coast University Hospital. Dr Kasi is currently practising as a consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology in The Prince Charles Hospital, Chermside and Brisbane where she trains medical and Gastroenterology trainees.
Dr Kasi has a special interest in:
- All liver conditions: NAFLD/NASH, Viral hepatitis, Alcohol-related liver disease, Autoimmune liver disease and complex liver diseases- Presented at various national and international meetings
- General Gastroenterology conditions: Coeliac’s disease, diarrhoea, constipation, weight loss and complex reflux disease
- Functional GI disorders
- GI bleeding- Multiple local and national projects
- Surveillance endoscopy for Barrett’s and colonoscopy for polyps, where she has presented work and video cases at international meetings
Rapid Access Endoscopy
Patients requiring prompt gastrointestinal assessment who meet specific eligibility criteria can book a colonoscopy or gastroscopy within 14 days through Montserrat’s rapid access endoscopy service. As a participant in this program, Dr Kasi enables patients to receive faster diagnosis, appropriate triage, and timely access to treatment.
Privately Insured No-Gap Services
Dr Kasi is a no-gap provider, committed to delivering high-quality, accessible and affordable care. Patients with eligible private health cover can access no-gap procedures with Dr Kasi, excluding any applicable excess or co-payment set by their insurer. Please note that Anaesthetist fees may be billed separately.
Dr Kasi’s special qualities include:
- Commitment to excellent communication and safe procedures (Dr Kasi received the Excellence in Patient Care award during her Cambridge Fellowship)
- Experience in novel treatment modalities in liver disease and a varied range of Gastroenterology problems
- High adenoma (Pre-cancerous polyp) detection rate
- Patient-centred and high-quality care approach
Appointments & Enquiries
Montserrat Medical Services
Westside Private Hospital
Suite 311, Level 3, 32 Morrow Street
Taringa QLD 4068
North Lakes Day Hospital
7 Endeavour Blvd
North Lakes QLD 4509
P: 07 3833 6701
F: 07 3833 6740
E: bookings@montserrat.com.au
W: www.montserrat.com.au
Book Online: www.montserrat.com.au/online-booking
MBBS FRACP
Specialty: Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
Languages: English and Farsi
No Gap Doctor
Dr Moattar completed his Medical Degree with Distinction in 2004 and since then, he has worked in various hospitals both in the United Kingdom and Queensland. In 2016, he completed his Gastroenterology & Hepatology Fellowship after being trained at the Mater Adult Hospital, The Prince Charles Hospital, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital and Townsville Hospital.
After completing his general Gastroenterology Fellowship, Dr Moattar worked as an Inflammatory Bowel Disease Fellow at the foremost IBD Centre – the Fiona Stanley Hospital, in Perth, Western Australia. This helped to expand his experience and skill in managing complex patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. He uses his clinical and interpersonal skills to optimise patients’ care and quality of life in close collaboration with IBD nurses, dieticians, colorectal surgeons, clinical psychologists, and radiologists.
Dr Moattar enjoys keeping abreast of the latest developments and research in Gastroenterology. In addition to teaching students and junior doctors in small tutorials and lecturing in grand rounds and departmental meetings, he actively participates in quality assurance projects and audits, publishing or presenting the results of these projects in national and international meetings.
Dr Moattar personally monitors all IBD patients who commence immunosuppressants to ensure the maximum safety and efficacy of these medications.
Special Interests :
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Coeliac Disease
- Eosinophilic Oesophagitis, and
- Luminal Endoscopy and Polypectomy.
Rapid Access Endoscopy within 14 Days
Dr Moattar participates in Montserrat’s rapid access endoscopy program, enabling patients to bypass traditional wait times and have their digestive concerns investigated promptly. Eligible patients can undergo high-quality endoscopy typically within 14 days of booking, supporting timely diagnosis and appropriate triage, including for those with positive FOBT results from Australia’s National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.
Privately Insured No-Gap Services
As a no-gap provider, Dr Moattar offers procedures with no additional out-of-pocket costs for patients who hold eligible private health cover, aside from any excess or co-payment outlined in their policy. Please note that this does not include anaesthetist fees, which may be billed separately.
Dr Moattar is available for consultations and procedures at the following Montserrat Medical Services locations, performing Upper Endoscopy, Colonoscopy and Polypectomy. He accepts both consultation-led and rapid access referrals and can be contacted on the information below for enquiries or bookings.
Appointments & Enquiries
Montserrat Medical Services
North Lakes Day Hospital
7 Endeavour Boulevard
North Lakes QLD 4509
Westside Private Hospital
Suite 311, Level 3
32 Morrow Street
Taringa QLD 4068
Phone: (07) 3833 6701
Fax: (07) 3833 6740
Email: bookings@montserrat.com.au
Website: www.montserrat.com.au
Book Online: www.montserrat.com.au/online-booking
MBChB, FRACP
Speciality: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Languages: French, Creole and English
Dr Peerbaccus consults and performs Rapid Access Endoscopy procedures at North Lakes Day Hospital, in addition to his already established private practice in the Moreton Bay Region.
Dr Peerbaccus is a dual trained Gastroenterologist and Internal Medicine Specialist. He graduated from the University of Cape Town-South Africa in 2005. Dr Peerbaccus relocated to New Zealand in 2007 where he completed his advanced training in Auckland and was awarded his Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (FRACP) in 2018.
He has received extensive training in General Gastroenterology, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Liver Diseases, Motility Disorders and Functional Disorders. Dr Peerbaccus relocated to North Brisbane in 2020 and consults privately at North Lakes Day Hospital where he provides a wide range of services in General Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He performs Colonoscopy & Gastroscopic procedures at North Lakes Day Hospital.
Dr Peerbaccus has a special interest in:
• Microscopic Colitis
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Coeliac Disease
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Liver Disorders
• Haemorrhoid Banding
• Bowel Cancer Screening
• Rapid Access Endoscopy
• Therapeutic Endoscopy
• Gastric Balloon for weight loss
Dr Peerbaccus takes pride in being known as a passionate, caring person and aims to provide the highest standard of care to each and every patient.
Appointments & Enquiries
Gastromed Brisbane
North Lakes Day Hospital
7 Endeavour Blvd,
North Lakes, QLD, 4509
Phone: 04 0236 3012
Fax: 07 3041 4731
Email: reception@gastromedbrisbane.com.au
Website: www.gastromedbrisbane.com.au
FRACP
Specialty: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Dr. Shaik is a staff specialist and the Clinical Lead for Hepatology at Redcliffe Hospital, Brisbane. He underwent his physician training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology in New Zealand and obtained his Fellowship from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 2017. He has presented and received awards at national gastroenterology conferences.
Dr Shaik has a special interest in Hepatology. He was previously a clinical research fellow and has been co-investigator in hepatitis C and hepatitis B trials. In 2018, he completed a clinical fellowship in Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, where he was involved in hepatology research programs, Fibroscan clinics, and palliative liver clinic – delivering best practice care to a broad demographic range of patients.
Dr Shaik is passionate about his career and takes every opportunity to enhance his knowledge – keeping up to date with new developments, and attending both local and international conferences in the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
Dr Shaik’s special interests include:
- Investigation of Deranged Liver Function and its causes
- Fatty liver disease (Metabolic and Alcohol associated)
- Cirrhosis and its complication
- Hepatitis B & Hepatitis C infection
- Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy +/- polyp removal)
- General Gastrointestinal conditions including Functional bowel disorders, Iron deficiency anaemia, Reflux disease, coeliac disease
- Haemochromatosis, Autoimmune hepatitis, and Cholestatic liver disease (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis, and Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis)
- Liver lesions on imaging
Appointments & Enquiries
North Star Gastroenterology
North Lakes Day Hospital
7 Endeavour Blvd, North Lakes, QLD, 4507
Phone: 07 3184 3629
Fax: 07 3740 6669
Email: admin@northstargastro.com.au
Website: www.northstargastro.com.au
MD, DM, FRACP
Specialty: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Languages: English and Hindi
No Gap Doctor. Telehealth Consultations are available.
Dr Shrivastava has more than 20 years’ experience in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology with a special interest in:
- Advanced Interventional Endoscopies & Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)
- Complex Polypectomies
- Hemostatic Intervention for Acute GI Bleeds and Stent Placements
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) – Bile Duct Interventions for CBD Stones/Malignant Strictures
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
- Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD) Management
Dr Shrivastava was attracted to Gastroenterology because it provides a unique opportunity to deliver interventional services that yield immediate benefits for patients, whether through diagnosis, ongoing treatment, or preventative care aimed at improving quality of life.
Qualifications
Dr Shrivastava obtained his MD in Internal Medicine in 2001, before going on to complete his Doctorate of Medicine in Gastroenterology from 2002 to 2005. He completed his Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 2021.
Dr Shrivastava has accumulated two decades of experience in interventional gastroenterology in India and the United Arab Emirates giving him broad experience in managing complex patients which is further supported by his experience in Hepatology, Inflammatory Bowel Disease and the management of Functional Bowel Disorders. A career highlight, Dr Shrivastava was previously Director of Endoscopic Services at the JCI-accredited hospital in Hyderabad, South India. He excels in prognostication and managing cases where patients can derive the maximum benefit.
Patient Care
Dr Shrivastava prides himself on addressing all patient concerns and performing high quality, safe procedures which are of maximum benefit to his patients. He finds balancing good communication with interventional skills as a key approach to patient care. Dr Shrivastava considers a patient’s medical history, risk factors and past investigations when arriving at a tentative diagnosis, and obviating the need for unnecessary tests. His approach to patient care is thorough, safe and holistic, always seeking the maximum benefits. Dr Shrivastava’s expertise in managing endoscopic emergencies often sees his medical colleagues calling on him for advice and assistance during more complex endoscopic procedures.
Rapid Access Endoscopy
Dr Shrivastava is a valued member of Montserrat’s rapid access endoscopy service, allowing eligible patients to fast-track their procedures and skip the initial specialist consultation where appropriate. This service streamlines the diagnostic process, particularly for those with positive results from Australia’s National Bowel Cancer Screening Program, ensuring timely investigation and reduced wait times for patients.
Privately Insured No Gap Services
Dr Shrivastava is a no-gap provider. Patients with sufficient private health insurance pay no gap for their procedure, apart from any applicable excess or co-payment. Please note, this does not include Anaesthetist fees, which can sometimes be charged separately.
Special Interests/Procedures performed:
- Rapid Access Endoscopy (Open Access)
- Colonoscopy
- Gastroscopy
- ERCP
- EUS
- Hepatology
Awards and publications
In addition to having his research article on Chronic Radiation Proctitis management published in the Journal of Tropical Medicine, Dr Shrivastava has received several awards. His research paper on Hepatobiliary intervention was adjudged the best National Paper at the Indian Society of Gastroenterology National Conference in 2003. Dr Shrivastava was also awarded the Best Outgoing University Student in Gastroenterology in 2005.
Mentoring
Dr Shrivastava is heavily involved in teaching and mentoring Medical Registrars and Advanced Trainees to manage complex patients. He is also a Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland, where he teaches undergraduate medical students.
Outside of work, Dr Shrivastava is a swimmer and long-distance runner, and greatly enjoys listening to classical Indian music.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (Internal Medicine), 2001
- Doctorate of Medicine (Gastroenterology), 2005
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, 2021
Registration numbers and professional memberships
- AHPRA: MED0002137490
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)
- American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
- Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI)
Appointments & Enquiries
Dr Shrivastava is available for consultations and procedures, including Rapid Access Endoscopy.
North Lakes Private Hospital
7 Endeavour Blvd,
North Lakes QLD 4509
Phone: (07) 3833 6701
Fax: (07) 3833 6740
Email: bookings@montserrat.com.au
Website: www.montserrat.com.au
Book Online: www.montserrat.com.au/online-booking
MD, FRACP
Specialty: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Dr Zad completed his medical training in 2002 at the Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Iran. He continued his basic Physician training in New South Wales and completed his Gastroenterology advanced traineeship in Queensland and New South Wales.
He was awarded his Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians in 2018 and is accredited with the Gastroenterology Society of Australia (GESA) for gastroscopy and colonoscopy. He is currently appointed as a consultant Gastroenterologist at Caboolture Hospital and STAR Herston.
Dr Zad consults on a broad range of gastroenterological conditions, including Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Motility disorder, Liver Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Coeliac Disease and Bowel Cancer Screening.
Rapid Access Endoscopy
Special Interests:
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Motility Disorder
- Liver Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Coeliac Disease
- Rapid Access Endoscopy
- Bowel Cancer Screening
Appointments & Enquiries
Reflux and Swallowing Center
North Lakes Day Hospital
7 Endeavour Boulevard
North Lakes QLD 4509
Phone: 07 32111 2600
Fax: 07 3491 6803
Email: reception.gasteroenterology@gmail.com
Website: www.refluxandswallowingcenter.com.au
Book Online: www.refluxandswallowingcenter.com.au/appointment-form
