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Associations

Dr Alex Craven is a Melbourne-based general surgeon with a clinical interest in upper gastrointestinal and metabolic surgery. This page outlines his professional affiliations, practice locations, and involvement in surgical communities across Australia.

Professional Memberships

Dr Alex Craven is an active member of several leading surgical organisations and health charities, both in Australia and internationally. He is dedicated to advancing the field through ongoing education, research, and collaboration. Whether contributing to clinical guidelines, supporting improved patient outcomes, or advocating for change, Dr Craven is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand Gastric and Oesaphageal Surgery Association (AANAGOSA)

Member

Australian and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Surgery Society (ANZMOSS)

Board Member

Bariatric Surgery Registry (BSR)

Leading Contributor

General Surgeons Australia (GSA)

Member

Impact Obesity

Advisory Board Member

International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)

Member, Communications Committee

IFSO Asia-Pacific Chapter (IFSO APC)

Chair, Communications Committee

National Association of Clinical Obesity Services (NACOS)

Committee Member, representing surgery

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS)

Fellow

Weight Issues Network (WIN)

Member

Hospital and Clinical Appointments

Patient-Centred, Evidence-Based, Collaborative
Delivering care across public and private hospitals and clinics in Victoria.

Dr Craven is actively involved in professional leadership and quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the ongoing advancement of surgical care in Australia. Whether seen in a public hospital or private clinic, his focus remains the same — delivering coordinated, multidisciplinary care tailored to each patient’s needs.

Advanced Surgical (Upper GI)

General, Upper Gastrointestinal, and Metabolic Bariatric Surgeon

Austin Health

Upper Gastrointestinal and General Surgeon
Medical Lead, Project Support Unit
Medical Lead, Elective Surgery Reform

Darebin Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatrics)

General, Upper Gastrointestinal, and Metabolic Bariatric Surgeon

Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital

Upper Gastrointestinal and General Surgeon
Medical Lead, Project Support Unit
Medical Lead, Elective Surgery Reform

Northern Private Hospital

General, Upper Gastrointestinal, and Metabolic Bariatric Surgeon

Warringal Private Hospital

General, Upper Gastrointestinal, and Metabolic Bariatric Surgeon