Our Specialists

John Dunn is an Auckland-trained surgeon and experienced endoscopist with more than three decades of expertise in laparoscopic and gastrointestinal procedures. He is the Founder and Director of Endoscopy Auckland and has played a pioneering role in minimally invasive surgery in New Zealand, including becoming the first New Zealand surgeon to perform a laparoscopic cholecystectomy in 1990.

Following his surgical training in Auckland, John gained international experience at Groote Schuur Hospital in South Africa, where he worked in hepatobiliary surgery and endoscopy as both a consultant and lecturer. Since returning to New Zealand, he has developed one of Australasia’s largest single-surgeon series in laparoscopic gallbladder, reflux, and hernia surgery, while continuing an extensive endoscopy practice.

In addition to his clinical work, John is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Auckland and has contributed extensively to medical education, outreach, and Pacific health initiatives. His work has included serving as a visiting surgeon to Rarotonga Hospital and as an Honorary Medical Advisor to the Cook Islands Prime Minister’s office.