Ian Bissett - BSc, MBChB, MD

Ian Bissett graduated from the Medical School in 1979. He completed his FRACS in 1987 and then worked as a general surgeon in Pokhara, Nepal until 1997. He then undertook his MD research in the anatomy and radiology of rectal cancer.

In 2001 Ian spent a year in the colorectal unit in Concord Hospital in Sydney then returned to his present position as senior lecturer at The University of Auckland and consultant colorectal surgeon in Auckland City Hospital. His particular interests include rectal cancer and the assessment and management of defaecatory disorders.

Ian has been married to his wife Johanna since 1977, and they have 3 children.