There are several options for weight loss surgery, however the “gold standard” is gastric bypass surgery. Gastric bypass surgery works just as it sounds; the operation involves the stomach being “bypassed”. Food eaten instead moves into a small “gastric pouch” and... Read more
No one wants to feel deprived or miss out at special times of the year such as Easter. We can’t always control the types of food available during celebrations but, with a little preparation, we can try to make healthier choices and watch our portions to avoid... Read more
Many people having weight loss surgery start off doing very well, but unfortunately significant weight regain occurs in about 1/3 of people around 2 to 3 years after surgery. The reasons for this are complex but can be simplified into three key areas; due to changes... Read more
The world watches in horror as stories of increasing obesity in the US hit headlines; how it’s affecting their children, documentaries about fast food for school lunches and gigantic portion sizes, yet we fail to look a little closer to home sometimes. Australia... Read more
\We pride ourselves at being at the forefront of surgical techniques and technology, so our patients know they are receiving the most up to date and effective form of care from our team. A/Prof Michael Talbot (our leading surgeon) is a pioneer of complex bariatric... Read more
