Dr Phoebe Thwaites
Dr Phoebe Thwaites (she/her)
BSc, MBBS (Hons1), GCEL, PhD, FRACP
Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
Dr Phoebe is a physician gastroenterologist who combines private practice with a public appointment at The Alfred Hospital. She has a special interest in disorders of gut-brain interaction, including Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and provides care across a range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions.
Her areas of care include:Disorders of gut-brain interaction, including IBS
General luminal gastrointestinal disorders
Liver disease
Iron deficiency
Bowel cancer screening
Dr Phoebe has completed a PhD exploring the physiology of the gastrointestinal tract using an ingestible gas-sensing capsule, bringing a strong interest in research and evidence-based medicine to her clinical practice.
Values that inform Dr Phoebe’s clinical practice
Collaborative, patient-centred, evidence-based, holistic care.
Dr Phoebe wants to create a world where
People experiencing gastrointestinal and liver concerns feel heard, well-informed and actively involved in their healthcare.
Dr Phoebe takes a collaborative and patient-centred approach to care, considering each person’s individual experiences and needs alongside the best available evidence. She aims to help patients better understand their health and work together towards a plan that feels considered, practical and appropriate for them.