Dr Steven Leibman

Dr Steve Leibman is a well-known general, upper gastrointestinal, and bariatric (weight loss) surgeon situated on the lower North Shore of Australia. He obtained his medical degree from UNSW and completed his surgical fellowship from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2002. With over 19 years of experience, he specialises in treating gallstone disease, hernias, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, hiatus hernia surgery, robotic surgery, and surgery for oesophageal and gastric cancer. Additionally, he provides laparoscopic weight loss operations, which include sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, and has been running a comprehensive weight loss clinic for over 15 years.

Dr Leibman is affiliated with the University of Sydney and plays an active teaching role at the Royal North Shore Hospital. He assists in training junior doctors, medical students, surgeons in training, and those undergoing post-fellowship surgical training. His public practice is based at the Royal North Shore Hospital, while his private practice is situated at North Shore Private Hospital.

Dr Leibman's areas of expertise include managing common medical conditions such as hernias, gallstones, lipomas, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), stomach and oesophageal cancer, and obesity through weight loss surgery. In addition, he stays up-to-date with the latest surgical techniques and technologies to ensure his patients receive the best possible care. Overall, Dr Leibman's vast experience, professionalism, and dedication make him a popular surgeon among patients on the lower North Shore.