MD, FRACP
Gastroenterologist & Interventional Endoscopist
Dr Zaki Hamarneh is an Australian-trained Gastroenterologist and Interventional Endoscopist. He completed his specialist training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology in South Australia then undertook additional subspecialty fellowship training in interventional endoscopy at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, gaining extensive experience in advanced endoscopic management of complex gastrointestinal conditions.
Dr Hamarneh offers both general gastroenterology care and advanced endoscopic procedures, including gastroscopy and colonoscopy, complex polyp removal, balloon assisted enteroscopy, Barrett’s oesophagus endotherapy and specialised pancreatic
and biliary procedures such as Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and ERCP.
In addition to private practice, Dr Hamarneh holds a public appointment as a Staff Specialist at the Princess Alexandra Hospital since 2021, where he manages complex and tertiary-level referrals. He is also a Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland School of Medicine and is actively involved in medical education and research.
Dr Hamarneh is known for his calm manner, thorough approach, careful listening, and clear, timely communication with both patients and referring GPs.
Outside of medicine, Zaki enjoys spending time with his family, travelling, and playing the piano.
Dr Hamarneh assesses and manages a wide range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions, including:
Oesophagus & Stomach
- Reflux disease (GORD), heartburn and indigestion
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
- Barrett’s oesophagus screening and management
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Helicobacter pylori infection
- Nausea, vomiting, or abdomina
Small Bowel & Colon
- Iron deficiency anaemia
- Coeliac disease
- Change in bowel habit, diarrhoea or constipation
- Rectal bleeding, including haemorrhoidal banding
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Colonic polyps and bowel cancer screening
- Complex and large colonic polyps requiring advanced endoscopic removal
- Suspected inflammatory bowel disease
Liver
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Fatty liver disease (MAFLD/NAFLD)
- Liver lesions
- Liver Cirrhosis
Pancreas & Biliary System
- Pancreatic cysts and masses
- Pancreatitis (acute and chronic)
- Bile duct strictures and stones
- High risk pancreatic cancer screening
- Assessment and management of pancreatic and biliary conditions using Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and ERCP
Dr Hamarneh offers rapid access and direct-access endoscopic procedures, allowing timely investigation and treatment without unnecessary delays for suitable patients.
Dr Hamarneh places strong emphasis on timely communication and collaborative care. Clear consultation summaries, procedure reports, and management plans are provided to referring GPs to support continuity of care. He is happy to accept referrals for both
routine gastroenterology assessment and complex endoscopic cases, and values open communication with referrers when clinical questions arise.
- Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP)
- Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA)
- Gastroenterological Society of Queensland (GESQ)
- CCRTGE-accredited in:
- Gastroscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
