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Patient Journey

Your first consultation

Here’s what to expect from your first consultation with one of our surgeons or bariatric physicians:

Your History

we gather all of the medical and other information we need that is unique to you.

Share Important Information

your physician or surgeon will provide you with information about weight loss treatments including surgery

Treatment Options

the physician/surgeon will focus on which options may suit you, depending on your requirements and preferences

Surgery Outcomes

we focus on expected outcomes from bariatric surgery if that will be your eventual choice, however other options are covered.

Testing

routine blood tests and other work-up is arranged

Information Package

patients leave their first appointment with a useful information package
If you would like to proceed with bariatric surgery, or find out a bit more about your own options you can make an appointment for your second consultation with the surgeon.

Your second consultation

The second consultation is with your surgeon. Here’s what you can expect from your second consultation:

Detailed discussion regarding surgery including which options are available and which will be your preferred choice.

A conversation about the risks and potential benefits of the option that you are choosing.

Paperwork for admission completed.

Pre-op Dietitian consultation appointment date is booked with the front desk staff.

Your surgery date is booked with the practice nurse.

Your dietician appointment

You will meet with our dietitian Tania Chaanine to discuss your pre-op and post-op diet.
Her expert guidance will ensure you have full clarity around the diet requirements to achieve lifelong weight loss and maintenance following surgery. She will also inform you when your pre-operative diet will start (but don’t worry, our digital platform will also give you a reminder nearer the time).

Day of surgery

If you would like to proceed with bariatric surgery, or find out a bit more about your own options you can make an appointment for your second consultation with the surgeon.

When to arrive at the hospital – you will be given an allocated time to arrive at the hospital on your day of surgery.

When you arrive at the hospital – you will be given an allocated time to be taken to the DOSA (Day of Surgery Admission) lounge for nursing admission.

You’ll then be transferred to the operating theatre (OT) for your surgery.

After surgery, you will be taken from the theatre to recovery, and then to the surgical ward.

Hospital stay – you’ll (typically) stay for 2 nights and then will be discharged to go home.

A copy of your operation report and a management protocol specific to your surgery is sent to your GP to ensure they are kept informed of your journey.

2 weeks after surgery

Post-operative appointment with your surgeon or one of our bariatric physicians.

Discuss your post-op condition with the surgeon.

Explain any queries that you may have.

Discuss the recovery process and expectations.

Post-op dietitian appointment

Our dietitian will have a detailed discussion with you about post-op diet requirements and be able to answer any questions you may have about your new diet.

Ongoing Care Program commences

We’re here to guide you every step of the way – our Ongoing Care Program is designed to keep you informed, motivated and on track.
Ongoing Care Program

Follow-up appointments

Unless you come in for follow-up appointments after surgery, you are losing the opportunity to benefit from the advice that we provide. This advice is based on our experience managing thousands of patients over years and decades.

Follow-up appointments are scheduled for:

  • 6 weeks;
  • 12 weeks; then
  • Every 3 months for the first year;
  • Twice a year thereafter (for 3 years)

Appointments can be made more often if deemed clinically indicated. Follow-up appointments are included in your clinic fee for 3 years following your surgery.

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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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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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