Cairns Private Hospital
Ramsay Surgical Centre Cairns
FNQ Surgical
14 Minnie Street
Cairns, QLD, 4870
07 4051 4860
07 4051 9450
Claim your profile
Originally born in South Africa, Dr Sabin Warner-Smith spent much of his childhood years in the United States before moving to Australia for high school where he has remained ever since.
Dr Warner-Smith achieved his Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Tasmania, as well as a Masters in Surgery from the University of Sydney. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2023.
After completing medical school, Dr Warner-Smith and his wife made the decision to move up north for medical residency and instantly fell in love with North Queensland. As a North Queensland surgical trainee, Dr Warner-Smith spent a large number of his training years based in both Townsville and Cairns. Additionally he trained at the Princess Alexandra hospital in Brisbane doing terms in trauma as well as transplant.
Dr Warner-Smith is passionate about teaching and holds the titles of Adjunct Lecturer of Surgery at both the University of Queensland and James Cook University. He has been published in multiple journals including the Australia and New Zealand Journal of Surgery and has presented research at surgical conferences both nationally and internationally. Additionally, he holds the title of interviewer for General Surgical Training for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
Dr Warner-Smith is passionate about General Surgery and working closely with his patients to achieve their best outcomes. His interests include bariatric surgery as well as minimally invasive hernia repair (including laparoscopic repair of rectus divarication). Dr Warner-Smith will be working full time at FNQ Surgical in Cairns where he is very excited to offer a wide range of general surgical procedures including bariatric surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) to the patients of Cairns.
Dr. Sabin Warner-Smith is deeply passionate about bariatric surgery, viewing it not only as a medical procedure but as a powerful catalyst for positive change in the lives of his patients. His commitment to helping individuals achieve sustainable weight loss goes beyond the operating room, reflecting a holistic approach that encompasses both physical and emotional well-being.
One of Dr. Warner-Smith's core convictions is the belief that bariatric surgery is a life-altering tool that, when used appropriately, can empower patients to take control of their health and well-being. His personalized and patient-centric approach ensures that individuals receive the guidance and support they need at every stage of their weight loss journey.
Dr. Warner-Smith firmly believes that successful weight loss is not just about the surgery itself but about establishing a supportive and collaborative relationship with each patient. His approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to see his patients thrive. By fostering a strong connection with those under his care, he ensures that they not only achieve their weight loss goals but also experience a positive transformation in their overall quality of life.
Referrals: Please send all referrals to FNQ Surgical where Dr Warner-Smith will be based full time from January 2024.