Dr Talia Shepherd

Clinical Practice

Dr Talia Shepherd is a General Surgeon mainly focused on Colorectal surgery who consults and operates at Hollywood Private Hospital. She has expertise in the management of both benign and malignant colorectal conditions, providing comprehensive surgical care across the full spectrum of colorectal disease. Talia is GESA-certified in upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy and utilises contemporary surgical techniques, including minimally invasive approaches where appropriate.

In addition to her private practice at Hollywood, she holds clinical and academic appointments at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, where she is actively involved in the care of patients with complex colorectal and pelvic oncological conditions. She is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Talia remains actively involved in surgical research, with a growing portfolio of peer-reviewed publications and presentations. She has a particular interest in collaborative research that advances evidence-based surgical practice. Passionate about education, she has held academic appointments and developed training programs for junior doctors and surgical trainees. Talia has also undertaken a range of clinical and professional leadership roles and is a member of the organising committee for the Asia Pacific Federation of Coloproctology Congress 2027.

Colorectal cancer surgery
Locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer
Pelvic exenteration surgery
Complex colorectal and pelvic oncology
Minimally invasive colorectal surgery
Benign colorectal conditions
Upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy