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A/Prof Navin Niles

BSc.(Med) MBBS FRACS

General Surgeon

24 years of experience

Frenchs Forest, 2086

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3 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Paul Gassner

4.88

/5

(24 reviews)

24 years of experience

Frenchs Forest, 2086

(+3 more)

3 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Paul Gassner

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Thyroid Problems
20
Thyroid Nodules
2
Adrenal Gland Tumours
2

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About A/Prof Navin Niles

A/Prof Navin Niles is an accomplished Endocrine and Head & Neck Surgeon with extensive expertise in thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, and salivary gland surgery. After completing his MBBS at the University of New South Wales in 2002, he was awarded FRACS in 2009 by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Today, he performs up to 400 endocrine procedures each year, ranging from hemithyroidectomy and thyroidectomy to parathyroidectomy and parotidectomy.

Even though no longer practiced, A/Prof Niles was the pioneer of robot-assisted thyroid surgery in Australia, A/Prof Niles is the country’s most experienced surgeon in scarless thyroid removal via approaches that avoid a neck incision. His leadership in this field has set the benchmark for minimally invasive and patient-centred endocrine surgery. He also specialises in minimally invasive parathyroid resection, using advanced 4D CT imaging technology to expand eligibility for minimal access surgery, giving patients more options and greater autonomy in their treatment.

Beyond his surgical practice, Associate Professor Niles is a respected international speaker, he has convened and contributed to major scientific meetings, sharing his expertise with colleagues worldwide.

A/Prof Niles consults at:

  • Sydney Southwest Private Hospital - Suite 2, Level 4/24-40 Bigge St, Liverpool NSW 2170
  • Macquarie University Hospital - Clinic Building Suite 404, Level 4 2 Technology Place Macquarie University 2109
  • Norwest Endocrinology - Suite 106, Building B 20 Lexington Drive Bella Vista 2153
  • Northern Beaches Endocrinology - Suite 2, Level 1 Building 8 49 Frenchs Forest Road, Frenchs Forest NSW 2086

Subspecialties

  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Endocrine Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(27)
Skill Endorsements
(3)

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Thyroid Problems
20
Thyroid Nodules
2
Adrenal Gland Tumours
2
Video Consultation
1
Thyroid Surgery
1
Hernia
1
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
1
Head & Neck Lumps
1
Head & Neck Tumours
1
Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroidectomy
Adrenalectomy
Parathyroidectomy
Skin Lesion Removal
Pheochromocytoma
Submandibular Gland Excision
Skin Cancer Surgery
Excision of Lymph Nodes
Parathyroid Problems
Lipoma
Lipoma Removal
Neck Dissection
Neuroendocrine Tumours (NETs)
Inguinal Hernia
Parotidectomy
Open Hernia Repair
Femoral Hernia
Laparoscopy
Diverticular Disease
Appendicectomy
Appendicitis

Registered with

AHPRA

No. MED0001185897


Qualifications

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), University of New South Wales, 2001

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) 2009


Languages spoken

  • English

Location

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Northern Beaches Endocrinology - Frenchs Forest

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Suite 304, Level 3, 10 Tilley Lane, Frenchs Forest, Australia, 2086

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32-40 Bigge Street, Liverpool, Sydney, Australia, 2170

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3 Technology Place, Macquarie University, Australia, 2109

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Suite 106B, 20 Lexington Drive, Bella Vista, Australia, 2153

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

A/Prof Navin Niles displays professionalism, a friendly manner, and clear communication with patients. He explains complex conditions and treatments, which leads to comfortable experiences and successful surgeries, including parathyroid and thyroid procedures. Patients receive thorough diagnosis and consistent, attentive follow-up care. His extensive experience in managing thyroid conditions is a key theme.

5.0
verified patient
24 Oct 2025

It was a good conclusion to my appointment. Dr Niles is always punctual and well mannered in hus delivery.

5.0
verified patient
05 Oct 2025

Very polite and professional

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
04 Oct 2025

My visit was pleasant and A/Pro Niles had time to address my concerns with great calmness.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
03 Oct 2025

The receptionist Nilita was very kind and professional. The service provided by both A/ Prof Navin Niles and receptionist Nilita was excellent.

5.0
verified patient
02 Oct 2025

prof.Niles very professional, amazing dr,very caring and ,I highly recommended you to a family and friend.we need more surgon like you.keep a good job .

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5.0
verified patient
29 Sep 2025

prof Niles is professional and friendly and always explains things in a way that anyone can understand.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
27 Sep 2025

He has been thorough with his diagnosis and also with the follow you for the last 5 years.

Patient seen for:
3.3
verified patient
27 Sep 2025

You’re accounts department needs improvement, otherwise all ok

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4.7
verified patient
26 Sep 2025

Attendance on time . A very friendly staff. Doctor is expletily clear in his explanation

5.0
verified patient
25 Sep 2025

Good environment, patient answers, very gentlemanly, very professional

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Skill Endorsements

Navin is a skiilful and extremely knowledgable surgeon

06 Jan 2026
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Hernia
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
Thyroid Surgery

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Urologist
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Introduction to A/Prof Navin Niles

Introduction to A/Prof Navin Niles

Associate Professor Niles is a qualified specialist in endocrine surgery, offering a wide range of head and neck surgical procedures, specialising in thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal and salivary gland surgery. Associate Professor Navin Niles pioneered Robot Assisted Thyroid surgery in Australia. This makes Associate Professor Navin Niles the most experienced surgeon in the removal of the thyroid with no neck incision, having set the benchmark in scarless neck thyroid surgery. He is the first surgeon in New South Wales to perform Trans Oral Thyroid Surgery. Though A/Prof Niles no longer performs both robot assisted thyroid surgery or minimally invasive oral approach thyroidectomy, he remains at the forefront of the latest techniques in Endocrine Surgery. Techniques soon to be available is non surgical treatment of thyroid nodules with radio frequency ablation and ethanol ablation. This expertise allows Associate Professor Navin Niles and his team to offer patients a broader spectrum of care and most importantly, gives patients greater autonomy and choice for individualised treatment.

14 October 2025

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What are A/Prof Navin Niles's reviews like?

A/Prof Navin Niles's overall patient rating is 4.88 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 24 reviews.

What languages does A/Prof Navin Niles speak?

A/Prof Navin Niles speaks English

Where is A/Prof Navin Niles located?

A/Prof Navin Niles primarily practices at Northern Beaches Endocrinology - Frenchs Forest, located at Suite 304, Level 3, 10 Tilley Lane, Frenchs Forest, Australia, 2086
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