Byron Theron – Gastroenterologist

12 Kensington Avenue, Whangārei

Contact Details

Phone 029 0434 5403
Email northscope.gastroenterology@gmail.com
Healthlink EDI: nthscope

Urgent & patient self-referrals available

Street Address

12 Kensington Avenue
Whangārei

Postal Address

PO Box 8121
Kensington
Whangārei 0145

Description

Byron is a Gastroenterologist with a particular interest in endoscopy (gastroscopy and colonoscopy) for the early detection of cancer in the oesophagus, stomach and colon. 

Byron has a profound understanding of the complexities of the digestive system and a passion for patient care. He is deeply committed to patient education and empowerment, taking the time to explain diagnosis, treatment options, and preventative measures.

At the heart of Byron's expertise lies his specialised training in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine which he developed during his postgraduate training in the UK. This included a period of research exploring the factors which predispose to oesophageal cancer such as Barrett's oesophagus. Furthermore, he has done research, presented at international conferences and published in peer reviewed journals on different aspects of gastroenterology including disorders of gut-brain interaction (e.g. irritable bowel syndrome), gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis).

Staff

Practice Manager: Donna Clark

Consultants

Referral Expectations

Your GP will refer you to us if they are concerned that you have problems that require a specialist opinion regarding the diagnosis or treatment of a condition related to your digestive system. I am happy to accept self-referrals with a direct email message to northscope.gastroenterology@gmail.com.

Before your clinic review, you may be asked to undergo tests such as blood tests, urine tests or stool/faeces tests (you collect a sample of your urine or poo for analysis). The majority of consultations are via tele-health or video consultations with flexible timing out of hours for working individuals.

A history of your symptoms will be taken as well as a review of any medications you are on.
You may be referred on for some of the following radiology tests, depending on your condition: ultrasound scan, CT scan or MRI.

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Fees apply

Fees and Charges Description

Byron is a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider and NIB First Choice member.

Hours

Mon – Fri 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Contact me during business hours, Monday to Friday, for enquiries and appointments by telephone. I am happy to be contacted via email and will usually respond within 48 hours. I am able to offer appointments out of hours if needed.  Closed on public holidays.

Public Holidays: Closed Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct), Northland Anniversary (26 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb).

Languages Spoken

English

Procedures / Treatments

Gastroscopy
Colonoscopy
Capsule endoscopy (Pillcam)
Hepatitis
Cirrhosis
Peptic ulcers
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Mobility parking space

Additional Details

Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Online / virtual / app

Parking

Free patient parking is provided at Kensington Hospital

Pharmacy

Find your nearest pharmacy here

https://healthpoint.co.nz./private/gastroenterology/byron-theron-gastroenterologist/