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Weight Loss Surgery Consultation in Melbourne
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Summary:
A weight loss surgery consultation at LapSurgery Australia is a confidential, no obligation first appointment with a surgeon to discuss your health, goals, options, costs and insurance. You do not need a GP referral to book, though a referral gives a Medicare rebate and the team can help arrange one. If you go ahead, you meet the multidisciplinary team, and surgery is typically six to eight weeks later, with lifelong follow up. The team is based in Dandenong North, with consulting rooms in Berwick, Frankston, Cranbourne and Warragul.
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See a Weight Loss Surgeon in Melbourne
Your journey starts with an initial consultation with one of our experienced bariatric surgeons. Established in 1984, LapSurgery Australia has helped over 4,000 people with weight loss surgery, and every patient begins the same way, with an unhurried conversation about your weight loss goals, your medical history and the options available to you.
There is no obligation attached to a consultation. Some patients leave with a clear surgical plan, others decide a non-surgical program is the better fit, and some simply want to understand their options. All of these are good outcomes.
Do I need a GP referral?
No referral is needed to book your initial consultation. If you are ready to talk to a surgeon, you can book online or call us today.
A GP referral is worth arranging before your appointment, because it entitles you to a Medicare rebate on your consultation and is required for some health insurance claims. If you do not have a referral, we can help. Contact us and our team will guide you through arranging one with your own GP, or point you in the right direction if you do not have a regular doctor. We also recommend discussing your weight loss goals with your GP, as they can provide valuable input into your care.
What happens at your first consultation
Your first appointment is with a bariatric surgeon, not a salesperson. In the consultation you can expect to:
- Discuss your weight history, your goals and any previous weight loss attempts.
- Review your medical history and any conditions related to your weight, such as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnoea or joint problems.
- Talk through the full range of options, surgical and non-surgical, and which are suitable for you.
- Understand the costs involved and what your private health insurance covers.
- Ask every question you have. Nothing is off the table.
If you decide to go ahead, we will arrange your comprehensive evaluation, including blood tests and consultations with our Specialist Physician, bariatric dietitian and psychologist. Nothing is booked until you are ready.
How to prepare for your appointment
- Your GP referral, if you have one.
- A list of your current medications.
- Any recent blood test results or specialist letters, if available.
- Your private health insurance details.
- Your questions. It can help to write them down beforehand.
Our Melbourne consulting locations
Our surgeons consult at Dandenong North, Berwick, Frankston, Warragul and Cranbourne, so you can choose the location most convenient to you. Surgery is performed in private hospitals across Melbourne's south east. See addresses for all our locations.
Consultation questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about weight loss surgery consultations
No. You can book your initial consultation without a referral. A referral entitles you to a Medicare rebate and is required for some insurance claims, and we can help you arrange one before your appointment.
You can book online through our booking system, call us on (03) 9760 2777, or leave your details in the enquiry form and we will be in touch within one business day.
You will see one of our experienced bariatric surgeons. If you would like to see a particular surgeon, let us know when you book and we will arrange it where possible.
The consultation fee is advised when you book. With a valid GP referral, a Medicare rebate applies. There is no obligation to proceed with surgery after your consultation.
Absolutely. All consultations and medical information are strictly confidential and protected under Australian privacy laws. We maintain the highest standards of patient confidentiality at all times.
If you decide to proceed, we arrange your comprehensive evaluation, including blood tests and appointments with our Specialist Physician, bariatric dietitian and psychologist. Surgery is typically scheduled six to eight weeks after your initial consultation, once your preparation is complete.
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