Maggie Chapman-Ow
Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
MBChB FRACP
Maggie Chapman-Ow is a New Zealand-trained Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist with particular interests in bowel cancer screening and polyp conditions. She graduated from Auckland Medical School in 2001 and completed specialist training across Auckland’s three major hospitals.
In 2011, Maggie moved to the United Kingdom to undertake a three-year research fellowship and was awarded an MD. Since returning to New Zealand, she has worked as a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Auckland City Hospital and is also a Medical Advisor to the National Bowel Screening Programme.
Alongside her public hospital work, Maggie performs endoscopy procedures at Endoscopy Auckland and consults privately through Auckland Gastroenterology Associates. She has also recently established the Gastro Gynae Clinic, offering combined gastroenterology and gynaecology consultations to support patients with overlapping gastrointestinal and pelvic health concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Gastroscopy and colonoscopy
Bowel cancer screening and polypectomy
Inflammatory bowel disease
Irritable bowel syndrome and bowel symptoms
Reflux, dyspepsia, and Barrett’s oesophagus
Liver disease and abnormal liver tests
Q&A with Maggie
What do you enjoy most about your work?
Making a difference in the lives of people living with difficult day-to-day symptoms, and helping young people with inflammatory bowel disease regain their quality of life and independence.
What is most important to you when caring for patients?
I believe in personalised care and empowering patients to be involved in decision-making. It’s important to me that patients feel safe, comfortable, and confident in the care they receive.
How do you help patients feel comfortable during a procedure?
I reassure patients that they will be treated with respect and looked after throughout the process. I make sure they have time to ask questions and discuss any concerns in a calm and considerate way, without feeling rushed.
What areas of care are you particularly focused on?
My focus is on delivering the best possible care for the individual sitting in front of me, recognising that every patient and situation is different.
What do you want patients to know about endoscopy procedures?
It’s completely natural to feel nervous, especially if it’s your first procedure. Endoscopy procedures are very safe, and patients are cared for by a highly trained team of specialists and nurses throughout the process.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
When I’m not at work, my nine-year-old keeps us busy with a wide range of activities – from mountain biking to watersports.
ENDOSCOPY AUCKLAND
22 Kipling Ave, Epsom, Auckland 1023
0800 ENDOSCOPY (0800 363 672) or (09) 623 2020
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148 Gillies Ave, Epsom, Auckland 1023
0800 527 276 or (09) 623 8525.
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