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Robotic Bariatric Surgery

What is Robotic Bariatric Surgery?

Robotic surgery has been growing in popularity around the world for both patients and surgeons; it is providing very real benefits in complex operations while reducing the number of incisions used in some smaller operations.
Robotic surgery is a more modern form of keyhole surgery and it is likely that robotic procedures will gradually replace standard keyhole surgery over the next decade.
Not all operations benefit from a robot, but procedures requiring a high degree of precision do, particularly in revision surgery, procedures on obese patients and complex hernias.

Advantages Of Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery improves a surgeon’s dexterity and movement precision, reduces tremor and fatigue and allows access to cramped areas of the abdomen.

We are happy to be able to offer robotic-assisted bariatric surgery to interested people who are considering this option. There are three main points to consider:

  • The surgeon still does the procedure, so having a robot cannot make up for any lack of skill in the surgeon.
  • Only some operations are better done robotically than laparoscopically. If using the robot makes the procedure easier for the surgeon by reducing the surgeon’s fatigue, or by allowing the surgeon to get into a part of the body that is hard to reach, this makes a robotic operation more likely to be successful.
  • Robotic surgery is ideal for complex operations on the stomach (bariatric surgery for example), oesophagus and pancreas.

Robotic surgery is ideal for redoing complex weight loss surgery (bypass and sleeve), redoing reflux surgery, and other surgery types. The main disadvantage of robotic bariatric surgery is the increased equipment cost, some of which must be passed on to the patient, as they are not all covered by health funds and hospitals.

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Robotic surgery gives the surgeon a steady hand, better vision and the ability to zoom in and work in a very small field with great accuracy.

Why Choose Upper GI Surgery?

12 Months of Follow-up Appointments
Our patients benefit from having access to follow-up appointments with a Bariatric Specialist for the year after surgery, which is included in the clinic fee.
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Over 25 Years of Experience
Our Bariatric surgery expertise is second to none. We have Australian-leading experience in many procedures, including the less commonly performed complex revision and robotic surgery.
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Our Dedicated Support Team
Our welcoming and committed team is comprised of Nurses, Dietitian and Psychologist, as well as Admin support staff, making sure you are in the best hands for the duration of your treatment and the crucial aftercare period.
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Ongoing Care Program (OCP)
Our Ongoing Care Program provides continuous support, offering access to helpful resources and expert guidance to ensure you stay on track and achieve lasting success in your weight loss journey.
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Bariatric Centre of Excellence
Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) accreditation is achieved by providing the highest quality of care to patients as determined by an independent, external process of evaluation.
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Bariatric Surgery Registry (BSR) Leading Contributors
We have contributed data since the BSR was first available in NSW and are pleased to report that our audit results are excellent. Audit is part of the “quality mindset” driving us towards excellence.
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Ready to take the next step?

If you would like to learn more about whether robotic surgery may be suitable for you, please contact our team on (02) 9553 1120. We’re here to help you understand your options and guide you toward the safest, most effective treatment for your condition.
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Upper GI Surgery
Suite 3 Level 5 1 South St,
Kogarah NSW 2217

P: 02 9553 1120
F: 02 9553 7526
E: info@uppergisurgery.com.au

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