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Bariatric surgery in Rockhampton has for many years been limited to Lap band and Gastric Sleeve surgery. As a result, patients requiring or wishing to have Gastric Bypass surgery or whom required revision surgery from their Lap band or Gastric Sleeve needed to travel to other centres for revision surgery.
Dr Jason Wong is pleased to be able to offer patients from Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast region advanced surgical options for individuals experiencing complications or inadequate results from their initial weight loss surgery. With the support of local legendary surgery Dr Andrew Russell, Dr Wong is able to provide an outreach service in Rockhampton visiting every few months to consult and operate at Mater Private Hospital, Rockhampton.
The multidisciplinary care team behind Brisbane General & Obesity Surgery provides supportive care for patients to not just help them lose weight, but to improve their relationships with food, exercise, work, others and most of all, themselves. Where patients have experienced weight-regain, it aims to help patients to overcome behavioural or lifestyle related problems that have contributed to the weight-regain.
Weight loss revision surgery refers to any subsequent surgical procedure conducted after an initial weight-loss surgery. This secondary surgery addresses or improves the outcomes of the first procedure, which may not have met the patient’s health or weight loss goals, or to correct any complications that may have arisen.
For example, a patient may have had previous sleeve gastrectomy, lap-band or endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) surgery and be experiencing problems swallowing, reflux or regaining weight.
If there are anatomical problems and or medication has failed to resolve the symptoms, a further revision procedure can help to resolve symptoms, produce further weight loss or correct anatomical problems.
Common reasons for considering revision surgery include:
Our process helps you to select the best procedure to resolve the current issues you are facing, taking into consideration what your goals are, and looking at the best long-term outcomes. We provide education and are transparent in our discussions with you, ensuring that you gain a thorough understanding before making any decisions.
Here’s an overview of what you can expect during our revision surgery process in Rockhampton:
Your journey begins with a consultation. This is an opportunity for our team to understand your medical history, the outcomes of your previous weight loss surgery, and your current health status. It’s also a chance for you to voice your concerns, experiences, and goals.
A series of investigations will be requested to assess the status of your current surgical procedure anatomy. This can include endoscopy, video fluoroscopy X-ray studies using dye to assess the function of your oesophagus and stomach, fizzy-dye CT scans to assess the size and anatomy of your stomach, blood tests and other studies.
This plan will detail the type of revision surgery recommended to address your issues,, alongside any lifestyle adjustments or preparatory steps needed before the surgery. Our aim is to ensure you are fully informed and comfortable with the proposed approach.
Depending on the specifics of your case, this may involve dietary changes, physical assessments, or other medical clearances. Our team will guide you through these preparations, offering support and answering any questions you may have.
Your revision surgery will be conducted with precision and care. The specifics of the surgery will vary based on your individual case and the type of revision being performed.
This phase includes recovery, pain management, and the beginning of your post-surgery diet. Our team will monitor your recovery closely, offering guidance on diet, exercise, and lifestyle to support your healing and weight loss goals.
When it comes to selecting a clinic for your weight loss revision surgery, the decision is as much about trusting the expertise of the surgical team as it is about feeling supported throughout your journey. We pride ourselves on both.
If you’re considering weight loss revision surgery in Rockhampton, we invite you to reach out to us. Contact our team today to schedule a consultation.
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