Baringa Private Hospital
Part of Ramsay Health Care

Baringa Private Hospital, Ramsay Surgical Centre Coffs Harbour specialist Alexander Prudence

Dr Alexander Prudence

MBBS; BSc,(Advanced) (Hons) FRACP

Dr Prudence is gastroenterologist and hepatologist starting practice in Coffs Harbour. He completed his training between Newcastle and Sydney's Liverpool hospital and is accredited in gastroscopy, colonoscopy and capsule endoscopy. He holds an conjoint appointment at UNSW, and is a passionate researcher with a focus on improving the management of hepatocellular carcinoma, viral hepatitis and metabolic liver disease. He is committed to rural medicine and is excited to be able to increase the access to high quality gastroenterology services to the Coffs region.

Dr. Prudence is a gastroenterologist and hepatologist based in Coffs Harbour with expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of digestive disorders including luminal disorders, inflammatory bowel disease and liver disease. Dr Prudence holds a public appointment at Coffs Harbour Hospital and works privately through Baringa Private Hospital. He is proficient in performing a range of diagnostic and interventional procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and capsule endoscopy.

In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Prudence is actively engaged in cutting-edge research, contributing to advancements in gastroenterology and hepatology. He has a particular interest in the management of hepatocellular carcinoma, and a strong focus on the early detection, linkage to care, and intervention strategies for viral hepatitis and metabolic-associated liver disease. His dedication to advancing knowledge in these fields is reflected in his active involvement in research, with his findings being presented at prestigious international conferences, including the annual meetings of the AASLD, EASL, and AGW. 

As a passionate researcher and educator, Dr Prudence serves as a faculty member at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he mentors, provides research opportunities and trains the next generation of medical professionals.

Outside of work, Dr Prudence enjoys spending time with his family and is a keen fisherman when time allows.