How it works

Stop guessing.
Start testing.

Advanced microbiome testing, specialist doctors, and personalised treatment programs — delivered to you anywhere in Australia.

NATA-accredited lab
Doctor-reviewed results
Australia-wide
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Step 1
Test your microbiome

Choose from our Gut, Oral, Vaginal, or SIBO tests. Your collection kit arrives in 2–3 days. Collect your sample at home and post it back.

Simple at-home collection No GP referral needed 130+ biomarkers analysed
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Step 2
See a Microbiome Doctor™

A specialist who listens and investigates further. Your Microbiome Doctor™ reviews your results in depth — online or in-person in Melbourne.

Online or in-person Root-cause analysis 30+ years clinical experience
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Step 3
Repair your Microbiome™

Get a personalised microbiome repair program — prescriptions, targeted supplements, and a nutrition plan tailored to your biology.

Rx + supplements + nutrition Personalised to your biology Ongoing care & follow-up
4.9
21 reviews
Google Reviews
Meg Popple

The Microbine treatment has literally changed my life for the absolute best. If you’re suffering with any gut issues… contact Charlie and the incredible team at the Microbine Clinic as you won’t regret it.

Claudia Cox

Absolutely blown away by the support from the team at the Microbiome Clinic. From my first consultation, I felt genuinely heard, understood, and supported, and communication was amazing, I always got prompt same-day responses whenever I needed help. After trying many different treatments, and programs without real results, this is the first time I’ve experienced genuine improvement, and it’s made a huge difference. A huge thank you to Jackson and Charlie, who went out of their way to personally deliver my medication when I couldn’t organise it before heading away. It really shows how committed they are to their clients’ goals and the level of care they provide. Super impressed with the clinic would highly recommend!!

Diane Grech

I have Ankylosing Spondylitis (a form of arthritis), which I got in my early teens and I am now in my sixties. I have suffered with this disease for decades and undergone many joint replacements (hips, knees, ankle). Treatment has mostly been steroids to try and reduce the inflammation and opioids for pain relief. I had been in a lot of pain due to many swollen joints. I had difficulty walking and very low energy for quite a long time now. Both shoulders were very painful and had minimal movement. I was scheduled to see a shoulder surgeon to look into getting shoulder replacements. My quality of life was pretty awful.

Olivia Payne

I honestly can’t recommend the Microbiome Clinic enough. After struggling with gut issues for so long, I finally feel like myself again – my gut health has been genuinely life-changing. The process felt thorough, personalised, and easy to follow, and the support throughout made such a difference. I’m now in phase 2 of my treatment and feeling better than I ever have – symptoms I thought were just “normal” for me are completely gone. It’s such a relief to have clarity, a plan that actually works, and practitioners who truly listen. If you’re on the fence about getting your gut health sorted, this is 100% worth it.

Jacqui Elm

I am grateful to Dr Paul Froomes for his expertise and dedication to gut health. I consulted for both my adult children—one with Crohn’s (and using biologics for over 2 years, but never able to get a normal faecal calprotectin) and the other with IBS-like symptoms. Following gut microbiome mapping, we opted out of antibiotics but followed the protocol. Within five weeks, my child with Crohn’s saw faecal calprotectin drop from over 200 to 6 (normal range is under 50), without strict dietary changes. My other child, sceptical at first, also noticed improvements. Special thanks to Charlie, who was always efficient, caring, and responsive—even during holidays.

Tracey Smyth

After suffering for years with IBS and a recent diagnosis of coeliac disease, the Microbiome Clinic discovered the underlying causes and reset my gut. No more bloating, upset stomach or poor metabolism. My sleep has improved and my energy returning. I’m so happy with the results.

Christopher Downie

After 10+ years of stomach issues and debilitating pain, this is the best I have felt in a very long time. I have seen numerous GPs and specialists to no avail. I found Dr Froomes and The Microbiome Clinic through my own research. Taking the microbiome test and the supplements and diet recommended by Dr Froomes has made an enormous difference in the space of a month. I am very happy with the advice and information provided as well as the accessibility to answer any questions along the way. I have been vocally recommending this course of action to friends and family with similar conditions.

Your journey

Test. Doctor. Repair.

From testing to treatment — here's exactly what happens when you start with The Microbiome Clinic.

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Begin your journey

Test your microbiome

Choose from our Gut, Oral, Vaginal, or SIBO tests. Your collection kit arrives in 2–3 business days with clear instructions. Collect your sample in the comfort of your own home and post it back using the prepaid envelope. No clinic visits. No GP referral required.

Simple at-home collection No GP referral needed 130+ biomarkers analysed Results in ~14 days
Not sure which test? Take our 2-minute quiz or speak with our team — we'll help you choose the right starting point.
Oral Vaginal Gut SIBO NutriPATH Your Report
Your results are reviewed by a specialist
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Specialist consultation

See a Microbiome Doctor™

Consult with a specialist who actually listens. Your Microbiome Doctor™ reviews your results in depth, investigates further where needed, and explains everything in plain English — online Australia-wide or in-person at our Melbourne clinic. This isn't a chatbot or an algorithm. It's a board-certified specialist with 30+ years of clinical experience.

Online or in-person Root-cause analysis Answers, not just data 30+ years clinical experience
A doctor who listens. We believe your symptoms are real. If other practitioners have dismissed you, a Microbiome Doctor™ will investigate further.
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Your personalised repair program begins
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Personalised treatment

Repair your Microbiome.

Your Microbiome Doctor™ builds you a personalised microbiome repair program — prescriptions, targeted supplements, and a nutrition plan tailored to your biology. Not a generic protocol. Not a one-size-fits-all supplement stack. A treatment plan designed around your specific test results and health goals, with ongoing care and follow-up.

Prescriptions + supplements Personalised nutrition plan Tailored to your biology Ongoing care & follow-up
Not a one-size-fits-all approach. Your repair program is built from your specific test results — addressing the root cause, not just masking symptoms.

*Prescriptions are issued only when clinically indicated and at the discretion of your consulting Microbiome Doctor™. Not all treatment plans require prescription medication.

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Why us

Not all healthcare is created equal

See how a Microbiome Doctor™ compares to the practitioners you may have already tried.

Compare us with:
Your GP
General practice
Naturopath
Natural therapies
Gastroenterologist
GI specialist
Nutritionist / Dietician
Dietary therapy
Psychologist
Mental health
Microbiome Doctor™
Advanced testing
Root-cause medicine
Prescribing authority
Gut-brain expertise
Personalised nutrition
A doctor who listens
What typically happens
Your GP
Standard blood panels that don't include comprehensive microbiome analysis
Limited appointment time to investigate complex gut symptoms
Often told "everything looks normal" despite ongoing symptoms
Generic advice — eat more fibre, take a probiotic, manage stress
No access to advanced microbiome testing or specialist interpretation
What we do differently
Microbiome Doctor™
Comprehensive testing across 130+ biomarkers — bacteria, parasites, fungi, and viruses
Dedicated consultations focused entirely on your microbiome health
Every result explained in plain English — no more "everything looks normal"
Personalised treatment plans tailored to your specific biology
Specialist microbiome doctors with decades of clinical experience
What typically happens
Naturopath
Frequent ongoing appointments that can become expensive quickly
Supplement protocols that aren't guided by advanced lab testing
No medical training, prescribing authority, or ability to order pathology
Treatment based on symptoms rather than identifying the root cause
Lock-in programs with recurring supplement costs and no clear endpoint
What we do differently
Microbiome Doctor™
Treatment plans driven by comprehensive lab data, not guesswork
Board-certified doctors with full prescribing authority when needed
Targeted supplements selected based on your specific test results
Clear treatment goals with measurable outcomes — not open-ended programs
Evidence-based protocols grounded in peer-reviewed microbiome research
What typically happens
Gastroenterologist
Long wait times — often months to see a specialist
Focused on structural investigation — colonoscopy, endoscopy, imaging
When scopes come back clear, patients are often left without answers
The microbiome is rarely investigated despite growing clinical evidence
Short follow-up appointments with limited time for complex cases
What we do differently
Microbiome Doctor™
Microbiome-first investigation — we look at what lives inside your gut, not just its structure
Accessible appointments — online Australia-wide or in-person in Melbourne
When scopes are clear, we keep investigating — your symptoms are real
Dedicated microbiome expertise combined with gastroenterology training
Personalised repair programs — not just a diagnosis with no treatment path
What typically happens
Nutritionist / Dietician
Elimination diets that restrict your life without addressing why you react
Dietary changes based on symptoms alone, without microbiome data
No ability to prescribe medications when infection or overgrowth is found
A focus on managing food, not repairing the underlying microbial imbalance
What we do differently
Microbiome Doctor™
We find and treat the root cause — so you can eat freely again
Nutrition plans guided by your specific microbiome test results
Full prescribing authority for antimicrobials, antifungals, and more
We repair the ecosystem — not just work around it with food restrictions
What typically happens
Psychologist
Cognitive and behavioural therapy focused on the mind — which is valuable
The gut-brain axis is rarely considered as a driver of mental health symptoms
Anxiety, depression, and brain fog may persist because the physiology isn't addressed
No testing for microbial imbalances that directly affect neurotransmitter production
What we do differently
Microbiome Doctor™
We investigate the gut-brain axis — your microbiome directly produces neurotransmitters
Repair the microbial environment so your body creates the right metabolites
Complement therapy with physiological treatment — mind and body together
Test for bacteria linked to serotonin, GABA, and dopamine production
30-second quiz

Is The Microbiome Clinic right for you?

Answer 7 quick questions to find out whether our specialist approach is a fit for what you're experiencing.

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Question 1 of 7
Have you been experiencing gut or digestive issues?
Bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, reflux, food intolerances, nausea, or abdominal pain.
Question 1 — follow-up
Which of these do you experience?
Select all that apply.
Question 2 of 7
Have you seen a GP or specialist about these symptoms?
And been told your tests are "normal," it's "just IBS," or to manage your stress.
Question 3 of 7
Have you been prescribed medications, put on restrictive diets, or given a host of random supplements — without any real system — that didn't work or made things worse?
When treatment isn't guided by proper testing, it's trial-and-error. That's not a plan — it's guesswork.
Question 4 of 7
Do your symptoms affect your daily life — what you eat, where you go, your energy, or your confidence?
Many patients don't realise how much they've adjusted their life around their symptoms until someone asks.
Question 5 of 7
Would you prefer a structured program with a clear plan and an end point — rather than ongoing appointments?
Test. Diagnose. Treat. Review. A defined pathway, not endless visits.
Question 6 of 7
Would you prefer to start with testing — rather than paying for an initial consultation first?
Our patient care team gets you set up with the right test immediately, at no extra cost.
Question 7 of 7
Do you want a medical doctor who actually listens to you, investigates deeper, and addresses the root cause — with a blend of medicine, supplements, and diet?
Not someone who writes a script in 10 minutes. A specialist who builds a plan around you.
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