Dr Vijay Panicker

Dr. Vijay Panicker is an experienced endocrinologist with more than 15 years of clinical practice in Australia and the UK. He has expertise in managing all aspects of endocrinology and diabetes, with a special interest in thyroid disease, including thyroid cancer. He has had subspecialty training in this field, which makes him proficient in managing complex cases related to Type 1 and 2 Diabetes, thyroid disease, pituitary disease, and osteoporosis.

Dr. Panicker has served as the former Head of the Endocrinology Department at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) and continues to work there. He manages endocrine and diabetes problems in inpatients at Hollywood Private Hospital, where he is a no gap provider for all health insurers. He has a short wait-list time for outpatient appointments and usually offers consultations within two weeks. Dr. Panicker also conducts Telehealth appointments for follow-ups and new cases, on request.

Dr. Panicker is a graduate of the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he completed his specialty training before moving to the UK for further training. He holds a PhD in the genetics of thyroid disease and hormone replacement, allowing him to blend research findings with his clinical practice. Dr. Panicker also teaches medical students, junior doctors, and endocrinology trainees at UWA to enhance their clinical skills.

Dr. Panicker can be contacted at Endocrinology West, Suite 56, 85 Monash Avenue, Nedlands. For appointments, call 08 6400 5177 or email at admin@endwest.com.au. More information on his services can be found on his website, www.endwest.com.au.