LapSurgery Australia

23/11/2025

Obesity left untreated can cause serious health problems over time — but you can take action. 💪

Our latest blog explores new research comparing bariatric surgery (MBS) and GLP-1 medications for weight loss.

💡 Find out which option may offer stronger, longer-lasting results and what factors to consider when choosing the right path for you.

Your journey to better health starts with understanding your options.
📖 Read more on our blog or call us on 9760 2777 to chat with our team.

https://www.lapsurgeryaustralia.com.au/glp-1-medication-vs-bariatric-surgery/

Obesity is recognised as a chronic disease by the World Health Organisation and most medical societies around the world. Call us, so we can help you lose weight

16/11/2025

Is weight loss surgery cheating? Not at all! Our team believe strongly that obesity is a chronic disease and has many causes including genetic makeup, environment and metabolism. There are no simple solutions and different approaches will be necessary for each individual.
The process of preparing for and recovering from surgery can be challenging. That’s why we have a multidisciplinary team to help you to prepare and to adjust to surgery and to get through any challenges along the way. Read more about our support program at our website

09/11/2025

Meet our team!
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Our physiotherapist Luke has a passion to see people’s quality of life enhanced with an improvement of their physical health and function.
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Luke has experience working with people with complex musculoskeletal pain conditions as well as other various health conditions. Continuum Physiotherapy

02/11/2025

Is bariatric surgery safe? Our surgeon Dr Sheryn has her take on bariatric surgery safety including:
- Bariatric surgery safety is similar to other laparoscopic surgeries like gall bladder removal
- All surgery comes with some risks
- For most people who qualify for surgery, the benefits outweigh the risks
- Your surgeon will always discuss the risks of surgery beforehand so that you can make an informed decision
Thinking about bariatric surgery? Call us to book an appointment and speak to one of our surgeons.

26/10/2025

Obesity isn’t a choice, it’s a chronic disease.
This news article by Chandiwana et al. 2025 talks about how the way we define obesity matters. Over 1 billion people worldwide live with obesity, yet global health policy still lags behind science. It’s time to move beyond blame and take action.
At LapSurgery Australia, we know that obesity is caused by a variety of factors not just lifestyle including environment, genetics and hormones. Just like diabetes or heart disease, it deserves compassionate and evidence-based care not stigma.
If you are ready to get help with the treatment of obesity give us a call on 9760 2777.
Read the article here: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langlo/article/PIIS2214-109X%2825%2900275-X/fulltext

19/10/2025

How much does weight loss surgery cost? You can find an estimate of our prices at our website however, when comparing costs, it’s important to know that our costs include all of the following:
🩺 Initial consultation with Surgeon
⚕ Pre-operative assessment with Specialist Physician
👩‍⚕️ Clinical Psychologist consultation
🍎 Dietitian consultations inclusive of 1 x pre-operative, 3 x post-operative appointments
💪 Exercise professional consultation after surgery
🏥 Surgeon, Assistant Surgeon and Anaesthetist
📞 Access to on-call Surgeon at all times
You can find an estimate of our prices at our website www.lapsurgeryaustralia.com.au or call us for more information.

12/10/2025

Not sure why you’re not losing weight? We offer metabolic testing with our ECAL calorimetry and body composition screening to help to discover the reason for slow or less than expected weight loss.
The ECAL system can tell you what your metabolic rate is and whether your body is burning fat for fuel and give you suggestions for improving your metabolic health.

28/09/2025

Medication can help with weight loss but it’s not the whole story. This new article from MedScape talks about how nutritional counseling is still the foundation of safe, effective, and lasting weight loss.
New medications have shown incredible results but they work best when combined with expert guidance on nutrition, exercise, and behavior change. Why? Because weight loss is more than just numbers on a scale. It's about managing risks, protecting your health, and building habits that last.
We know that a combined approach gives the best outcomes which is why we have a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, doctors and allied health professionals. Call us on 9760 2777 to book an appointment.
Read the article here: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/nutritional-counseling-remains-key-obesity-treatment-2025a1000b2i?ecd=wnl_tp10_daily_250507_MSCPEDIT_etid7409088&uac=527715CN&impID=7409088

14/09/2025

Meet the team! Our psychologist Jenny is registered Psychologist with over 15 years experience providing counselling, training, and assessment and is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Her professional practice has included working with a wide range of clients, particularly those with disordered eating, body image concerns, chronic health issues in addition to general mental health conditions.
Looking for help with changing your behaviours around food? Call us on 9760 2777 to book a consult with Jenny.

01/09/2025

Are you prioritising your health? This week is Women's Health Week and this year’s theme is “Say yes to you”, encouraging women to prioritise their own health.
We know that conditions like PCOS and hormonal imbalance can make weight management challenging for women. So, we offer a team of health professionals trained in weight management to help our patients get the best possible care.
Keen to start a weight management journey? Call us on 9760 2777.

31/08/2025

How does bariatric surgery compare to weight loss medications in a real world setting? Most of the data available about weight loss medications is based on clinical trials where the participants are provided with the medication and a support team to follow them up.
However, a new study by Brown et al. has shown that in a real world setting bariatric surgery leads to 5 times more weight loss than weight loss medications after 2 years. This was largely due to participants stopping the medications, usually by the end of the first year.
Want to learn more about whether bariatric surgery or weight loss medications would work for you? Call us on 9760 2777 to make an appointment.
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17/08/2025

Looking for a way to eat less without surgery or weight loss medication? The intragastric balloon is designed to be inserted into the stomach and inflated to a volume which will restrict portion sizes and hunger.
This procedure is temporary and, with the help of our experienced team, can help to lose more weight than diet and exercise alone.
Read more about the intragastric balloon at our website and contact us to book an appointment.