A faecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a simple screening test used to detect tiny amounts of blood in your stool.
Because blood in the stool can be an early sign of bowel cancer or other conditions.
You can do this test in the privacy of your own home.
Remember that early evaluation and appropriate management are crucial for better outcomes. Colorectal cancer is the second most common non-cutaneous malignancy in Australia, 15, 367 cases in 2023 (8133 men and 7234 women) and second only to lung cancer in terms of cancer mortality. In 2021 there were 5,350 deaths attributed to colorectal cancer (Source: Australian Institute of Health and Welfare). Early detection is crucial, with 90% of cases successfully treatable.
To schedule a consultation with Dr. Golani, please contact our team for a consultation with Dr Golani. We have appointments available at three convenient locations across Sydney:
Please note that a GP referral will be required prior to your consultation.
To make an initial consultation booking, please contact our office on 02 8599 9819.
Click here to email usDr Golani performs a variety of General Surgical and Colorectal Surgical Procedures. They treat a variety of symptoms, diseases and conditions.
Dr. Golani consistently attains outstanding results when performing laparoscopic resections for both bowel and rectal cancers.
Dr. Golani regularly performs various general surgical procedures, including laparoscopic surgery for inguinal, femoral, and umbilical hernias.
Dr. Golani performs minimally invasive gall bladder surgery, which entails minimal recovery time and a shorter hospital stay.
He has been trained in advanced endoscopic skills (certified by GESA) and can remove large polyps endoscopically.
Dr Golani's is highly skilled in performing Laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy for rectal prolapse.
Dr. Golani is available to provide treatment for the management of painful anal fistulas and fissures.
Dr Golani has extensive experience with both elective and emergency presentations of Haemorrhoids.
He is accredited by the Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA).