A/Prof Gavin Wright
Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Oncologist
Melbourne, 3002
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35 years of experience
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Verified profile
35 years of experience
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21 Feb 2024
Dr Krishna Bhagwat
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A/Prof Gavin Wright is a Consultant Thoracic Surgeon specialising in Lung Cancer with over 25 years of experience. He is the current Director of Surgical Oncology at St Vincent's Hospital and also works at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and The Royal Melbourne Hospital. He is Research & Education Lead for Lung Cancer at the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre. He is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Melbourne Department of Surgery. A/Prof Wright completed his medical degree at the University of Melbourne in 1988 and became a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 1999.
His current clinical practice focuses heavily on minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques for lung-sparing surgery for lung cancer, offering shorter recovery times. He also has expertise in complex major surgery for lung cancer, thymoma, mesothelioma and other thoracic tumours. Outside of thoracic oncology, A/Prof Wright's clinical practice also involves the treatment of lung conditions including pectus chest deformities and emphysema.
In addition to his clinical work, A/Prof Wright remains active in research and has published over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles and two book chapters. He is both nationally and internationally recognised for his work surrounding lung cancer and has conducted multiple clinical trials.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Lung Cancer (22%)
- Primary Lung Tumours (20%)
- Thoracic Surgery (15%)
- Mediastinal Tumors (7%)
- Thoracoscopy or VATS (7%)
- Others (29%)
Subspecialties
- Thoracic Surgery
All conditions and treatments
- Lung Cancer
- Primary Lung Tumours
- Mediastinal Tumors
- Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Tracheal Stenosis
- Neuroendocrine Tumours (NETs)
- Tracheal Cancer
- Bone Sarcoma
- Chondrosarcoma
- Thoracoscopy or VATS
- Clinical Trials
- Lobectomy
- Robotic (RATS) Lobectomy
- Lymph Node Biopsy
- Thoracic (Lung) Surgery
- Excision of Lymph Nodes
- Immunotherapy
- Neoadjuvant
- Robotic (RATS) Sleeve Lobectomy
Registered with
AHPRA
No. MED0001140506
Qualifications
MBBS - University of Melbourne, Australia in 1988
FRACS - Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Australia in 1999
PhD - University of Melbourne, Australia in 2015
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: $200
- Follow-up appointment: $80
insurers
- Ahm
- Australian Unity
- Bupa
- CBHS
- Defence Health
- Doctors’ Health Fund
- Frank Health Insurance
- GMHBA
- HBF
- HCF
- HIF
- Hunter Health Insurance
- Latrobe Health Services
- Medibank
- Mildura Health Fund
- Navy Health
- Nib
- Qantas Assure
- Queensland Country Health Fund
- Teachers Health
- Suncorp
- WorkSafe
- TUH Health Fund
- UniHealth
- Medicare
Location
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41 Victoria Parade, Melbourne, Australia, 3002
41 Victoria Parade, Melbourne, Australia, 3002
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Level 5/55 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy, Australia, 3065
Level 5/55 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy, Australia, 3065
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
40 reviews
5
A/Prof Gavin Wright is a very polite and approachable man, highly skilled who I would definitely recommend. After my consultation, I felt relieved and extremely comfortable knowing I was going to be in his capable hands for my upcoming surgery. The removal of my tumour whereby my lung was deflated went without a hiccup. Gavin and his team were brilliant. Thank you all xxxx
5
Friendly and takes time to answer questions but hard to book
5
Always warm but professional, great at explaining complex issues and doesn’t rush things.
5
Very knowledgeable, explained everything very clearly and made me feel both comfortable and confident that he is the the professional to take care of my health.
5
Clear explanation of both options available for my condition. I wish I had seen Gavin Wright earlier and avoided having radiation. Onwards and upwards from here hopefully.
5
Excellent surgeon, I really felt like he listened to my concerns and explained the procedure. He was very compassionate and kind.
5
Dr Wright gave clear, concise explanations, recapping medical illness and surgery. He took time to listen to my queries and discussed plans for future management.
5
Prompt appointment, takes time to gather relevant background information and also discuss findings and options. Didn’t feel rushed which is so important.
5
Brilliant surgeon who saved my life Professional gentle honest bed side manner with a team that informed me of everything that was happening
5
Always a good experience with Prof Gavin Wright
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Cardiothoracic SurgeryMost recent videos
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Lung Cancer surgery with A/Prof Gavin Wright
Associate Professor Gavin Wright performs surgery at St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne using the Da Vinci XI and Super Dimension technology to detect a...
08 November 2023
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Prof Wright talks about VGT-309 research with Channel 9 News
Prof Wright talks about VGT-309 research with Channel 9 News
17 February 2024
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Da Vinci Xi Robot at St Vincent's Private Hospital
A/Prof Gavin Wright talks about using the da Vinci Xi robot.
17 February 2024
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Most recent articles
Read articles from A/Prof Gavin Wright explaining process of procedures and other important things you should know before choosing your provider.
The Life-saving wonders of robotic surgery
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14 February 2024
stvfoundationorg.au
Lung cancer advisory role for Associate Professor Gavin Wright
Thoracic surgeon Associate Professor Gavin Wright has been named as the new Chair of Cancer Australia’s Lung Cancer Advisory Group.
17 February 2022
thelimbic
Cancer Australia appoints Associate Professor Gavin Wright Advisory Group Chair
Associate Professor Gavin Wright, VCCC Alliance Research and Education Lead, Lung Cancer is the new Chair of Cancer Australia’s Lung Cancer Advisory Group.
09 February 2022
vcccallianceorg.au
Lung cancer screening program could reduce deaths by a quarter
The Federal Government’s $260 million investment in a new National Lung Cancer Screening Program will have a massive impact on reducing the number of deaths from Australia’s biggest cancer killer, says Associate Professor Gavin Wright.
16 May 2023
vcccallianceorg.au
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A/Prof Gavin Wright's overall patient rating is 4.9 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 40 reviews
What languages does A/Prof Gavin Wright speak?
A/Prof Gavin Wright speaks English
Where is A/Prof Gavin Wright located?
A/Prof Gavin Wright primarily practices at St Vincent's Private Hospital - Fitzroy, located at 41 Victoria Parade, Melbourne, Australia, 3002
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A/Prof Gavin Wright is working Wednesday (09:00 - 12:00), Thursday (01:30 - 04:45), Friday (13:30 - 16:00)
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