Doctor Details

Dr Hajir Nabi is a specialist colorectal surgeon consulting and operating at St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital. Dr Nabi has diverse interests in all aspects of colon and rectal surgery including colorectal cancers (and polyps), diverticular disease, inflammatory bowel disease, functional bowel disorders (including rectal prolapse) and anorectal conditions (haemorrhoids, fissures and fistulas).

He is an experienced endoscopist offering both colonoscopy and gastroscopy (with GESA accreditation). The vast majority of elective and emergency colorectal operations will be performed with a minimally invasive approach (laparoscopic keyhole surgery).

Dr Nabi completed his primary and secondary schooling in Adelaide, South Australia. He then went on to complete his medical degree (MBBS) through the University of Adelaide, finishing in 2004. His general surgical training was undertaken predominantly through the Royal Adelaide Hospital and Flinders Medical Centre in South Australia, Dr Nabi completed his general surgical examinations in 2012 and was awarded Fellowship of Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS).

Having developed a keen interest in colorectal disorders and their management during his general surgical training he undertook post fellowship training in colorectal surgery through the CSSANZ training program. This incorporated 2 years of subspecialty training in Sydney (Bankstown and St George Hospitals) and Perth (Fremantle and St John of God Hospitals). After accomplishing additional colorectal specific research and examinations he was awarded membership of the Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSSANZ).

He has numerous research publications in international journals focusing on colorectal surgery and surgical education and has presented his research at national and international meetings.

To arrange an appointment with Dr Nabi, please call his friendly staff on the number above.