Dr Bernard Chin

Dr Bernard Chin is a highly regarded Specialist Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist based in Cairns, Australia. Working closely with General Practitioners, he provides comprehensive care for patients experiencing a wide range of digestive and liver disorders. Dr Chin is particularly dedicated to bowel cancer screening and prevention, working actively to raise awareness and improve patient outcomes in regional communities. His patient-centric approach ensures that individuals receive compassionate, reassuring, and clear guidance throughout their diagnostic and treatment journeys.

Dr Chin completed his medical degree at the University of Adelaide, graduating in 1999. He subsequently undertook advanced training in gastroenterology at several major teaching hospitals in Sydney, where he gained expertise in cutting-edge endoscopic techniques. In 2007, he obtained his Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP). Dedicated to advancing medical education, Dr Chin has also been actively involved in training the next generation of Gastroenterology Specialists and serves as an official spokesperson for Bowel Cancer Australia.

Throughout his career, Dr Chin has established himself as a regional leader in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. His clinical expertise spans general gastroenterology, inflammatory bowel disease, and liver disorders. He is highly skilled in performing advanced endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy, gastroscopy, and wireless capsule endoscopy. Notably, Dr Chin has also pioneered regional treatments for Abdominal Cutaneous Nerve Entrapment Syndrome (ACNES), offering effective relief for patients suffering from chronic, non-surgical abdominal wall pain.