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The Department of Gastroenterology is internationally recognised for its high-impact research and clinical expertise across gastroenterology and intestinal health, including the invention of the Low FODMAP Diet.

We're part of the School of Translational Medicine
(formerly the Central Clinical School).

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Research

Our expertise in gastroenterology and intestinal health spans specialist areas including nutrition, chronic liver and bowel disease, viral hepatitis and endoscopy.

Education

Considering an honours or graduate research project? You'll be mentored by prominent scientists and benefit from our strong clinical connections.

Diets

Our renowned Low FODMAP and high fibre, high prebiotic diets were developed over years of rigorous research. From menu plans and recipes to apps and advice, we have you covered.

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Gastroenterology news

Hypnotherapy reduces Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms — and now there’s an app for that

Monash researchers have demonstrated that hypnotherapy can significantly reduce Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) flareups, through a new app, Nerva, that’s been validated in clinical trials.

Healthy diet

Researchers to test the impact of a special healthy diet on Crohn's disease

Volunteers are needed to test a diet that researchers hope can improve the lives of those living with Crohn’s disease, a debilitating condition requiring life-long immunosuppression drugs and/or surgery.

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From the bedside to the bench and back: A translational career for Alex Boussioutas

Professor and Director of Gastroenterology Alex Boussioutas holds a joint senior academic and clinical role with Alfred Health and Monash University, the latest of a string of prestigious appointments. He has also had a remarkable research career.

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