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Sea Change Weight Loss Clinic

Sea Change Weight Loss Clinic

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    • Procedures Info
    • Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
    • Laproscopic OAGB
    • Laproscopic removal of gastric band
    • Revisional weight loss surgery
    • The Process
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    • Pricing Info
    • Accessing Superannuation
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Laproscopic removal of gastric band

Gastric banding was a common weight loss procedure approximately 10 years ago. At the time, it was seen as the best available weight loss operation. However, the longer term weight loss results were variable and, for many patients, living with a band is difficult.

Surgery to remove a gastric band may be performed due to problems related to the band or as the first part of further weight loss surgery.

Patients having this procedure will typically spend one night in hospital and usually resume a normal diet the first day after surgery.


Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to wait for surgery?

We can typically see you within one week of your referral, and at your initial consultation we can typically schedule surgery for within about one month. Please let us know about your personal circumstances, e.g. work commitments, and we will always try to plan surgery at a time that suits you. Read more: The Process Before & After Weight Loss Surgery

What are the outcomes of weight loss surgery?

Studies show patients experience average weight losses of around 20-30% and 25-35% after undergoing a sleeve gastrectomy or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, respectively. Read our article: The Outcomes of Weight Loss Surgery

What is the process before and after surgery?

See here: The Process Before & After Weight Loss Surgery as well as our Discharge Instructions.

Is weight loss surgery safe?

Weight loss surgery, known as bariatric surgery, is generally regarded as safe surgery, in appropriately selected patients. Risks are lower than the longer-term risk of dying from heart disease, diabetes and other consequences of carrying more weight than a person’s organs can tolerate. Read our article: Is Weight Loss Surgery Safe?

What about smoking and surgery?

Smoking at the time of any surgery increases complications and risks. This is a well documented fact.

Current smoking status, and even the time since quitting, are factors we take into consideration when planning bariatric surgery. At Sea Change Weight Loss Clinic, our doctors share the firm view that active smoking is a relative contraindication to surgery, and therefore we advise all patients to stop prior to an operation.

Smoking status also affects which surgical procedure we recommend to our patients in many circumstances.

Can I have surgery in a public hospital?

Our surgeons perform general surgery in public hospitals. Currently, in Newcastle, weight loss surgery is only offered in private hospitals. Patients without private health insurance can still pursue weight loss surgery and can discuss their options with the practice. Our practice also supports the use of superannuation to help fund weight loss surgery.

How much does weight loss surgery cost?

See here: Pricing.

What are the outcomes of weight loss surgery?

Studies show patients experience average weight losses of around 20-30% and 25-35% after undergoing a sleeve gastrectomy or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, respectively. Read our article: The Outcomes of Weight Loss Surgery

 

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Sea Change Weight Loss Clinic

Unit 11, 12 Mitchell St Merewether, NSW
(Entry on Merewether St)

P: +61 2 4037 5858

F: +61 2 4047 2147

E: info@seachangeclinic.com.au

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  • About
  • Team
  • Procedures
    • Procedures Info
    • Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
    • Laproscopic OAGB
    • Laproscopic removal of gastric band
    • Revisional weight loss surgery
    • The Process
  • Pricing
    • Pricing Info
    • Accessing Superannuation
  • FAQs
  • Patient Info
    • The Process
    • Weight Loss Surgery Webinars
    • Patient Registration Form
    • Calculate Your BMI
    • Discharge Instructions
    • FAQs
  • News
  • Locations

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