Dr Kelvin Siew
MBBS (Hons), Clin Dip Pall Med, Grad Cert Clin Ed, FRACP, Medical Oncologist
I believe that it is very important that my patients’ concerns are heard and that they are given a good understanding of their cancer & treatment
Languages spoken
English
Overview
Special clinical interest in gastrointestinal, lung and breast cancer.
Kelvin completed his medical degree with honours from the University of Western Australia in 2003. After medical school, he worked initially as a medical registrar in various medical specialties across Perth’s tertiary hospitals. He then spent three years working in geriatrics, including two years in aged care and rehabilitation at Peel Health Campus.
Kelvin undertook specialist training in medical oncology at Royal Perth and Sir Charles Gairdner hospitals. He also completed a clinical diploma in palliative medicine with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and is highly experienced in cancer symptom management.
In addition to his work in Mandurah, Kelvin has a public position at Rockingham General Hospital and a private practice at Joondalup Hospital. He has an interest in improving medical education, enjoys teaching medical students and junior medical staff, and holds a graduate certificate in clinical education from Flinders University.
Clinical interests
- Kelvin is a general medical oncologist and treats all adult solid tumour types, but has a special interest in gastrointestinal, lung and breast cancer.
Professional memberships
- Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP)