Professor Gerald Holtmann
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Gerald Holtmann

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Background

Prof Holtmann is a Clinical Academic in the field of Gastroenterology & Hepatology and Director of Clinical Innovation. He is also Director of the Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Queensland and serves on the Board of Directors of the West Moreton Hospital and Health Service and UQ Healthcare. He is a Fellow of Royal Australian Collge of Physicians (RACP, Sydney), the Royal College of Physicians (RCP, London) and Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences (AAHMS, Canberra). Besides his Medical Qualifications he also obtained a Master of Business Administration. After completing the clinical training in Medicine and Gastroenterology at the University of Essen in Germany and the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota in the United States, he has gained substantial leadership and managerial experience within the health care setting as Director of large Gastroenterology Departments, CEO and General Manager of a University Hospital and Health Care Facilities and has served on the Board of the University Hospital Essen in Germany. His research is in the field of Neurogastroenterology has resulted in peer reviewed publications in key journal including the NEJM, Lancet, Gastroenterology and Gut. More recently his rersearch focus is on the role of the gut microbiome, mucosal and systemic inflammation and brain-gut interactions.

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531 works between 1986 and 2025
All (531) Journal Article (397) Book Chapter (4) Conference Publication (130)

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2010

Journal Article

Un-promoted issues in inflammatory bowel disease: Opportunities to optimize care

Andrews, J. M., Mountifield, R. E., Van Langenberg, D. R., Bampton, P. A. and Holtmann, G. J. (2010). Un-promoted issues in inflammatory bowel disease: Opportunities to optimize care. Internal Medicine Journal, 40 (3), 173-182. doi: 10.1111/j.1445-5994.2009.02110.x

Un-promoted issues in inflammatory bowel disease: Opportunities to optimize care

2010

Journal Article

The ageing gut: Diminished symptom response to a standardized nutrient stimulus

Gururatsakul, M., Holloway, R. H., Adam, B., Liebregts, T., Talley, N. J. and Holtmann, G. J. (2010). The ageing gut: Diminished symptom response to a standardized nutrient stimulus. Neurogastroenterology and Motility, 22 (3). doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2982.2009.01413.x

The ageing gut: Diminished symptom response to a standardized nutrient stimulus

2010

Journal Article

Adverse clinical phenotype in inflammatory bowel disease: A cross sectional study identifying factors potentially amenable to change

Van Langenberg, Daniel R., Lange, Kylie, Hetzel, David J., Holtmann, Gerald J. and Andrews, Jane M. (2010). Adverse clinical phenotype in inflammatory bowel disease: A cross sectional study identifying factors potentially amenable to change. Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Australia), 25 (7), 1250-1258. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1746.2010.06302.x

Adverse clinical phenotype in inflammatory bowel disease: A cross sectional study identifying factors potentially amenable to change

2010

Journal Article

Association between clinical manifestations of complicated and uncomplicated peptic ulcer and visceral sensory dysfunction

Gururatsakul, Montri, Holloway, Richard H, Talley, Nicholas J and Holtmann, Gerald J (2010). Association between clinical manifestations of complicated and uncomplicated peptic ulcer and visceral sensory dysfunction. Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Australia), 25 (6), 1162-1169. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1746.2010.06269.x

Association between clinical manifestations of complicated and uncomplicated peptic ulcer and visceral sensory dysfunction

2009

Journal Article

Management of reflux symptoms with over-the-counter proton pump inhibitors: Issues and proposed guidelines

Haag, Sebastian, Andrews, Jane M., Katelaris, Peter H., Gapasin, Judith, Galmiche, Jean Paul, Hunt, Richard, Layer, Peter, Malfertheiner, Peter and Holtmann, Gerald (2009). Management of reflux symptoms with over-the-counter proton pump inhibitors: Issues and proposed guidelines. Digestion, 80 (4), 226-234. doi: 10.1159/000235953

Management of reflux symptoms with over-the-counter proton pump inhibitors: Issues and proposed guidelines

2009

Journal Article

Diagnosis and management of non-erosive reflux disease--the Vevey NERD Consensus Group

Modlin, I. M., Hunt, R. H., Malfertheiner, P., Moayyedi, P., Quigley, E. M., Tytgat, G. N. J., Tack, J., Heading, R. C., Holtman, G., Moss, S. F. and Vevey NERD Consensus Group (2009). Diagnosis and management of non-erosive reflux disease--the Vevey NERD Consensus Group. Digestion, 80 (2), 74-88. doi: 10.1159/000219365

Diagnosis and management of non-erosive reflux disease--the Vevey NERD Consensus Group

2009

Journal Article

Serotoninergic and non-serotoninergic effects of two tricyclic antidepressants on visceral nociception in a rat model

Bechmann, Lars P., Best, Jan, Haag, Sebastian, Leineweber, Kirsten, Gerken, Guido and Holtmann, Gerald (2009). Serotoninergic and non-serotoninergic effects of two tricyclic antidepressants on visceral nociception in a rat model. Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology, 44 (6), 680-686. doi: 10.1080/00365520902767272

Serotoninergic and non-serotoninergic effects of two tricyclic antidepressants on visceral nociception in a rat model

2009

Journal Article

Clinical trial: The treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in primary care - Prospective randomized comparison of rabeprazole 20 mg with esomeprazole 20 and 40 mg

Eggleston, A., Katelaris, P. H., Nandurkar, S., Thorpe, P. and Holtmann, G. (2009). Clinical trial: The treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in primary care - Prospective randomized comparison of rabeprazole 20 mg with esomeprazole 20 and 40 mg. Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 29 (9), 967-978. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2036.2009.03948.x

Clinical trial: The treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in primary care - Prospective randomized comparison of rabeprazole 20 mg with esomeprazole 20 and 40 mg

2009

Journal Article

Does doctors' knowledge of inflammatory bowel disease patients' psychological status affect patients' clinical outcomes: A pilot randomized controlled trial

Mikocka-Walus, Antonina A., Turnbull, Deborah A., Andrews, Jane M., Moulding, Nicole T., Wilson, Ian G. and Holtmann, Gerald (2009). Does doctors' knowledge of inflammatory bowel disease patients' psychological status affect patients' clinical outcomes: A pilot randomized controlled trial. European Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, 21 (4), 484-485. doi: 10.1097/MEG.0b013e32831dac8a

Does doctors' knowledge of inflammatory bowel disease patients' psychological status affect patients' clinical outcomes: A pilot randomized controlled trial

2009

Journal Article

Guideline adherence and patient satisfaction in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disorders - An evaluation study

Pieper, Claudia, Haag, Sebastian, Gesenhues, Stefan, Holtmann, Gerald, Gerken, Guido and Jöckel, Karl-Heinz (2009). Guideline adherence and patient satisfaction in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disorders - An evaluation study. BMC Health Services Research, 9 (1) 17. doi: 10.1186/1472-6963-9-17

Guideline adherence and patient satisfaction in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disorders - An evaluation study

2009

Journal Article

Relationship Between Symptoms and Dietary Patterns in Patients With Functional Dyspepsia

Pilichiewicz, Amelia N., Horowitz, Michael, Holtmann, Gerald J., Talley, Nicholas J. and Feinle-Bisset, Christine (2009). Relationship Between Symptoms and Dietary Patterns in Patients With Functional Dyspepsia. Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, 7 (3), 317-322. doi: 10.1016/j.cgh.2008.09.007

Relationship Between Symptoms and Dietary Patterns in Patients With Functional Dyspepsia

2009

Journal Article

International validation of a health-related quality of life questionnaire in patients with erosive gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

Holtmann, G., Chassany, O., Devault, K. R., Schmitt, H., Gebauer, U., Doerfler, H. and Malagelada, J. R. (2009). International validation of a health-related quality of life questionnaire in patients with erosive gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 29 (6), 615-625. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2036.2008.03922.x

International validation of a health-related quality of life questionnaire in patients with erosive gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

2009

Journal Article

TRPV1-expressing sensory fibres and IBS: Links with immune function

Hughes, P. A., Brierley, S. M., Martin, C. M., Liebregts, T., Persson, J., Adam, B., Holtmann, G. and Blackshaw, L. A. (2009). TRPV1-expressing sensory fibres and IBS: Links with immune function. Gut, 58 (3), 465-466. doi: 10.1136/gut.2008.161760

TRPV1-expressing sensory fibres and IBS: Links with immune function

2009

Book Chapter

Approach to the Patient with Dyspepsia and Related Functional Gastrointestinal Complaints

Talley, Nicholas J. and Holtmann, Gerald (2009). Approach to the Patient with Dyspepsia and Related Functional Gastrointestinal Complaints. Principles of Clinical Gastroenterology. (pp. 38-61) Wiley-Blackwell. doi: 10.1002/9781444300758.ch4

Approach to the Patient with Dyspepsia and Related Functional Gastrointestinal Complaints

2009

Journal Article

Psychogastroenterology: A call for psychological input in Australian gastroenterology clinics

Mikocka-Walus, A., Turnbull, D., Andrews, J. M., Moulding, N., Wilson, I. and Holtmann, G. (2009). Psychogastroenterology: A call for psychological input in Australian gastroenterology clinics. Internal Medicine Journal, 39 (2), 127-130. doi: 10.1111/j.1445-5994.2008.01862.x

Psychogastroenterology: A call for psychological input in Australian gastroenterology clinics

2009

Journal Article

Do We Know What Patients Want? The Doctor-Patient Communication Gap in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders

Collins, Joanne, Farrall, Edwina, Turnbull, Deborah A., Hetzel, David J., Holtmann, Gerald and Andrews, Jane M. (2009). Do We Know What Patients Want? The Doctor-Patient Communication Gap in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders. Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, 7 (11), 1252-1254.e2. doi: 10.1016/j.cgh.2009.06.025

Do We Know What Patients Want? The Doctor-Patient Communication Gap in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders

2009

Journal Article

G protein-coupled receptor kinase 6 controls post-inflammatory visceral hyperalgesia

Eijkelkamp, Niels, Heijnen, Cobi J., Elsenbruch, Sigrid, Holtmann, Gerald, Schedlowski, Manfred and Kavelaars, Annemieke (2009). G protein-coupled receptor kinase 6 controls post-inflammatory visceral hyperalgesia. Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, 23 (1), 18-26. doi: 10.1016/j.bbi.2008.07.006

G protein-coupled receptor kinase 6 controls post-inflammatory visceral hyperalgesia

2009

Journal Article

Recurrent symptoms after fundoplication with a negative pH study-recurrent reflux or functional heartburn?

Thompson, Sarah K., Cai, Wang, Jamieson, Glyn G., Zhang, Alison Y., Myers, Jennifer C., Parr, Zoe E., Watson, David I., Persson, Jenny, Holtmann, Gerald and Devitt, Peter G. (2009). Recurrent symptoms after fundoplication with a negative pH study-recurrent reflux or functional heartburn?. Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, 13 (1), 54-60. doi: 10.1007/s11605-008-0653-1

Recurrent symptoms after fundoplication with a negative pH study-recurrent reflux or functional heartburn?

2009

Journal Article

Constipation, digestive disorders and disturbed motility - Clinical patterns of symptoms are important signposts for diagnosis and therapy Obstipation, verdauungs-und motilitätsstörungen klinische symptomatik ist richtungsweisend für diagnose und therapie

Haag, Sebastian and Holtmann, Gerald (2009). Constipation, digestive disorders and disturbed motility - Clinical patterns of symptoms are important signposts for diagnosis and therapy Obstipation, verdauungs-und motilitätsstörungen klinische symptomatik ist richtungsweisend für diagnose und therapie. Notfall und Hausarztmedizin, 35 (4), 202-205. doi: 10.1055/s-0029-1223239

Constipation, digestive disorders and disturbed motility - Clinical patterns of symptoms are important signposts for diagnosis and therapy Obstipation, verdauungs-und motilitätsstörungen klinische symptomatik ist richtungsweisend für diagnose und therapie

2009

Journal Article

The Ion Channel TRPA1 Is Required for Normal Mechanosensation and Is Modulated by Algesic Stimuli

Brierley, Stuart M., Hughes, Patrick A., Page, Amanda J., Kwan, Kelvin Y., Martin, Christopher M., O'Donnell, Tracey A., Cooper, Nicole J., Harrington, Andrea M., Adam, Birgit, Liebregts, Tobias, Holtmann, Gerald, Corey, David P., Rychkov, Grigori Y. and Blackshaw, L. Ashley (2009). The Ion Channel TRPA1 Is Required for Normal Mechanosensation and Is Modulated by Algesic Stimuli. Gastroenterology, 137 (6), 2084-2095. doi: 10.1053/j.gastro.2009.07.048

The Ion Channel TRPA1 Is Required for Normal Mechanosensation and Is Modulated by Algesic Stimuli

Current funding

  • 2022 - 2026
    ARC Training Centre for Behavioural Insights for Technology Adoption (BITA) (ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre Administered by QUT)
    Queensland University of Technology
    Open grant
  • 2021 - 2025
    A practice change for patients with severe chronic, clinically unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms: A randomised, controlled intervention to assess efficacy and cost-effectiveness
    NHMRC IDEAS Grants
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2025
    Targeting the gut microbiome as a treatment for Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis: The Queensland Clinical Network Study
    NHMRC MRFF - Rare Cancers, Rare Diseases and Unmet Need
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2020 - 2024
    Modulation of the Gastrointestinal Microbiome with probiotics and subsequent Methane production as a novel approach to treat constipation: A Proof of Principle Study (TRI Sport Grant led by PAH)
    Metro South Hospital and Health Service
    Open grant
  • 2019 - 2024
    Centre for Research Excellence in Digestive Health (NHMRC CRE administered by University of Newcastle)
    University of Newcastle
    Open grant
  • 2016
    Establishing a gnotobiotic germ-free mouse facility
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2016
    The Australian human microbiota project-microbe isolation facility
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2018
    Pathophysiology of functional dyspepsia: Integration of upper gut function, inflammation and a systems biology approach.
    NHMRC Project Grant
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2017
    Functional dyspepsia: Characterisation of the immunopathology and testing a novel therapeutic strategy (NHMRC Project Grant administered by the University of Newcastle)
    University of Newcastle
    Open grant

Availability

Professor Gerald Holtmann is:
Available for supervision

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Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Effects the COVID-19 pandemic on the outcome and management of highly prevalent gastrointestinal conditions

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Ayesha Shah

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Effects the COVID-19 pandemic on the outcome and management of highly prevalent gastrointestinal conditions

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Ayesha Shah

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Reimagining Health Equity and Access in Colorectal Cancer Screening. A population perspective.

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Ayesha Shah

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Equitability and Accessibility of Faecal Occult Blood Test Based Colorectal Cancer Screening for Disadvantaged Communities.

    Principal Advisor

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Reimagining Health Equity and Access in Colorectal Cancer Screening. A population perspective

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Ayesha Shah

  • Doctor Philosophy

    IBD and mental health tools: a holistic approach to discovery and appropriate tool.

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Ayesha Shah

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Exercise training on people with severe chronic, clinically unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms: A randomised, controlled trial.

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Jeff Coombes

  • Doctor Philosophy

    The role of the gut microbiome in alcohol related liver disease

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Jason Connor, Dr Paul Clark

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Study of TOfacitinib for the treatment of chronic Pouchitis

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Associate Professor Jakob Begun

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Study of TOfacitinib for the treatment of chronic Pouchitis

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Associate Professor Jakob Begun

Completed supervision

Enquiries

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  • colon cancer screening
  • Gastroenterology
  • Gut Health
  • Microbiome
  • Neurogastroenterology

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