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5 Best Endocrinologists in Sydney (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Getting handed a referral for an endocrinologist usually means someone has already found something off in your bloodwork. Sydney's endocrinologists on this page carry 185 reviews between them, but the ratings spread from 4.1 up to a perfect 5, the widest gap on the page, so which one you choose matters more here than in most specialties.

Short answer: The top-rated endocrinologist in Sydney is Dr Bobby Chan (4.9 stars across 39 reviews), with The Endocrine and Wellbeing Clinic by Dr Isobelle Smith close behind at a perfect 5 across 21 reviews. Professor Stan Sidhu stands out specifically for thyroid and endocrine surgery. Consultation fees vary by practice and Medicare rebate arrangements, so confirm costs when booking.
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How Sydney's Endocrinologists Compare

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Dr Bobby Chan 4.9 ★ 39 Diabetes and pregnancy-related endocrine care View ›
2 Professor Stan Sidhu - Thyroid Surgeon 4.7 ★ 33 Thyroid and parathyroid surgery View ›
3 Sydney Endocrinology 4.2 ★ 49 Multidisciplinary team under one roof View ›
4 Northern Sydney Endocrine Centre 4.1 ★ 43 Range of specialists to choose from View ›
5 The Endocrine and Wellbeing Clinic by Dr Isobelle Smith 5.0 ★ 21 Longer, unhurried appointments View ›
5 Best Endocrinologists in Sydney (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Dr Bobby Chan logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Bobby Chan

4.939 Google reviews

Dr Bobby Chan practices at South Sydney Medical Specialists, a practice he founded in 2019 in Kogarah and Miranda, covering diabetes, weight loss and metabolic syndrome, gestational diabetes, PCOS, and transgender medicine. The practice works alongside a diabetes educator and dietitian, and Dr Chan is joined by several other specialists across the two locations.

What people praise

  • Reviewers repeatedly describe him as thorough after other doctors missed the same issues
  • Praised for staying current on newer diabetes medications and treatment options
  • Described as reassuring and responsive, including via email while away
  • Multiple reviewers credit him with catching thyroid issues during pregnancy
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume39 · 79th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest rating on this page and a specific strength in pregnancy-related and diabetes care. A strong first call if gestational diabetes or thyroid issues during pregnancy are the concern.

Website+61292651749 Directions

Ste 9 , Level 3/1 South St, Kogarah NSW 2217

Professor Stan Sidhu - Thyroid Surgeon logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Professor Stan Sidhu - Thyroid Surgeon

4.733 Google reviews

Professor Stan Sidhu is an endocrine surgeon based in St Leonards, specialising in thyroid cancer, parathyroid, adrenal, and salivary gland surgery, including minimally invasive techniques. His site describes decades of experience and thousands of procedures performed, and he treats patients across NSW and interstate for complex thyroid cases.

What people praise

  • Multiple reviewers describe a cancer diagnosis followed by swift, successful surgery
  • Praised for clear explanations of complex procedures before surgery
  • Staff named individually for coordinating travel and appointments for out-of-town patients
  • One reviewer reports a complete recovery from a complex parotid gland tumour with no facial nerve injury

Worth knowing

  • This is a surgical specialty, so it's not the right fit for ongoing diabetes or hormone management
  • Smaller review base than some general endocrinology practices
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume33 · 74th
Confidenceearly
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Not a general endocrinologist, but the strongest specific option here if surgery for a thyroid, parathyroid, or adrenal condition is what's needed.

Website+61294371731 Directions

Ste 206/69 Christie St, St Leonards NSW 2065

Sydney Endocrinology logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Sydney Endocrinology

4.249 Google reviews

Sydney Endocrinology in North Sydney is a multidisciplinary practice combining endocrinologists with diabetes educators, dietitians, podiatrists, and a clinical psychologist, treating diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, and pregnancy-related endocrine conditions. Patients see specialists including Dr Akhil Gupta and Dr Nicholas Shoung depending on their referral.

What people praise

  • Several reviewers travelled from outside Sydney specifically for the multidisciplinary team
  • Podiatry care within the same practice praised for thorough baseline testing
  • Reviewers describe doctors as listening carefully rather than rushing to conclusions
  • Administrative team described as organised and responsive

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer felt a 30-to-40-minute initial consultation didn't deliver enough answers for the cost
  • As a larger multidisciplinary practice, you may not always see the same specialist
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating4.2 / 5
Review volume49 · 91th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown73% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The broadest team-based option on this page, useful if diabetes, thyroid, and related conditions like PCOS overlap and you'd rather coordinate care in one place.

Website+61291579095 Directions

Unit 3/319 Pacific Hwy, North Sydney NSW 2060

Northern Sydney Endocrine Centre logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Northern Sydney Endocrine Centre

4.143 Google reviews

Northern Sydney Endocrine Centre in St Leonards is a multidisciplinary endocrine practice led by Dr Anna Story, with a team covering thyroid disease, diabetes, adrenal disease, PCOS, pituitary conditions, osteoporosis, and menopause. Reviewers name several different doctors within the practice, including Dr Sarah Glastras, Dr Jessica Bindra, and Dr Natassia Rodrigo.

What people praise

  • Multiple named doctors within the practice draw individually strong praise
  • Reviewers highlight feeling genuinely heard after being dismissed by previous specialists
  • Doctors described as taking time to explain conditions in plain terms
  • Practice director personally responds to reviews acknowledging specific doctors

Worth knowing

  • Rating sits lower than the top names on this page, though still solidly positive
  • With multiple doctors in the practice, experience may vary depending on who you see
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating4.1 / 5
Review volume43 · 85th
Confidenceearly
Recency10 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown72% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A practice with real depth across several well-reviewed doctors, though it's worth asking which specialist you'll be seeing given the range within the team.

Website+61294398447 Directions

Level 3, Suite 1/205 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards NSW 2065

The Endocrine and Wellbeing Clinic by Dr Isobelle Smith logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

The Endocrine and Wellbeing Clinic by Dr Isobelle Smith

5.021 Google reviews

The Endocrine and Wellbeing Clinic, run by Dr Isobelle Smith in Balmain, focuses on bone health, obesity, diabetes, and PCOS, with a stated emphasis on longer appointments than typical specialist visits. The practice's model centres on taking the time to investigate a referral thoroughly rather than treating it as a single narrow issue.

What people praise

  • Every review on this page for the practice reports a perfect 5-star experience
  • Patients specifically credit the longer appointment times for a more thorough workup
  • Described as picking up on issues previous doctors had missed
  • Praised for follow-through and consistency across a full year of ongoing care

Worth knowing

  • Smallest review base of the practices on this page
  • Patients travel from as far as Canberra, which may mean longer waits for an appointment
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating5 / 5
Review volume21 · 56th
Confidenceearly
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A perfect rating, even if from a smaller review base, with a consistent theme of thoroughness. Worth considering if a previous specialist felt rushed or dismissive.

Website+61298703256 Directions

Shop 2/100 Elliott St, Balmain NSW 2041

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data pulled on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the practice’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many patients have rated them, ranked against other Sydney endocrinologists. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a rating from dozens of patients carries more weight than one from a handful. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No practice can pay to change these numbers.

How much does an endocrinologist visit cost in Sydney?

Endocrinologist consultation fees in Sydney vary by practice and whether you’re bulk-billed or paying privately with a Medicare rebate. Surgical care, like thyroid surgery, involves separate surgeon, anaesthetist, and hospital fees. Always ask for the expected out-of-pocket cost and Medicare rebate amount before your first appointment.

Serving all of Sydney

The practices above cover Sydney’s inner and lower north areas, including Kogarah, St Leonards, North Sydney, and Balmain, with patients travelling from across greater Sydney and further afield for specific specialists. Searching for an endocrinologist near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can find the closest option and confirm availability.

What to ask before you see an endocrinologist

  • Do you bulk-bill, and what’s the expected out-of-pocket cost after the Medicare rebate?
  • Do I need a GP referral, and how long is it valid for?
  • How long is the initial consultation, and what does it typically cover?
  • If surgery is being discussed, what non-surgical options exist first?
  • How do you handle follow-up questions or results between appointments?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these endocrinologists?

We started from every endocrinologist in Sydney with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do I need a referral to see an endocrinologist in Sydney?

Yes, in almost all cases a GP referral is required to claim a Medicare rebate for a specialist consultation. Confirm the referral is current before booking.

What’s the difference between an endocrinologist and an endocrine surgeon?

An endocrinologist manages hormone-related conditions like diabetes and thyroid disorders, typically without surgery, while an endocrine surgeon like Professor Stan Sidhu performs operations such as thyroid or parathyroid removal. Your GP or endocrinologist will refer you to a surgeon if one is needed.

The bottom line

Dr Bobby Chan is the safest default for general endocrine and diabetes care with the strongest all-round rating, while Professor Stan Sidhu is the clear choice if surgery is on the table. Confirm your referral and expected out-of-pocket cost before the first visit.

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