Dr Michael Mar Fan

Dr Michael Mar Fan is a highly qualified General Surgeon and Colorectal Surgeon who provides comprehensive surgical care to patients in Sunnybank, Australia. With a clinical focus that spans all aspects of general and colorectal surgery, he is dedicated to delivering precise, patient-centred care. His clinical practice encompasses advanced laparoscopic techniques, diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, and the management of complex gastrointestinal conditions. Dr Mar Fan is committed to achieving optimal patient outcomes through evidence-based treatments and a reassuring, compassionate approach.

In his daily practice, Dr Mar Fan manages a wide range of conditions affecting the digestive tract. His areas of expertise include the surgical treatment of bowel cancer, hernias, haemorrhoids, fistulas, and pelvic floor disorders such as bowel prolapse. He also provides specialised care for inflammatory bowel diseases, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as functional issues like chronic constipation and incontinence. By utilising state-of-the-art diagnostic tools such as colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, and anorectal manometry, he ensures that each patient receives a tailored and highly effective treatment plan.

Dr Mar Fan completed his Bachelor of Medical Science with Distinction in 1987 and his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in 1989, both at the University of Queensland. He completed his advanced training in General Surgery in 1996, followed by extensive post-fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery, laparoscopic colon surgery, and colonoscopy across Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, the Royal College of Surgeons of England, and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, among other prestigious international bodies. Additionally, he holds professional memberships with the Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and New Zealand, the Gastroenterology Society of Australia, and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He is also a Master Certified Independent Medical Examiner, providing expert assessments in his field.