Bariatric Surgery
at UGIS
Tailored patient-centred care every step of the journey
Welcome to the Upper GI Surgery Weight Loss Surgery website. We have been established over 20 years in Sydney with our main practice located in Kogarah, and additional clinics in Wollongong, the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney & Orange NSW. We are a friendly and dedicated team comprised of specialist surgeons, physicians, nurses, Dietitian, Psychologist and administration support staff, ensuring that you are in the best hands for the duration of your treatment and aftercare.
We are an accredited Centre of Excellence in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery with our leading surgeon Associate Professor Michael Talbot holding the Master Surgeon accreditation, as well as Dr Jason Maani and Dr Gary Yee is a Surgeon of Excellence. Our Bariatric surgery procedures include gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and gastric banding; we are experts in Bariatric surgery and the necessary aftercare, so you can feel confident when choosing us.
For more information on any of the services that we provide, or to book an appointment to discuss your individual needs, please feel free to give us a call on 02 9553 1120 or fill out our easy online contact form and one of our team will be in touch with you soon.
Helping you in your health journey
Bariatric Surgery
Weight Loss Treatment
Our Patient Journey
Costs
Why Choose Us
3 Years of Follow-up Appointments
Our patients benefit from having access to follow-up appointments with a Bariatric Specialist for up to 3 years after surgery, which is included in the clinic fee.
Over 20 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Our Latest Blog Articles
Recognising when you are full
Learning to recognise fullness after bariatric surgery is one of the most important parts of your new relationship with food. In the early weeks after surgery, your body’s hunger and fullness signals can feel unfamiliar, and that’s completely normal. With time and...
Protein After Bariatric Surgery – Why Real Food Matters
After bariatric surgery, your body needs protein to heal, maintain muscle mass and support weight loss. Many patients start with shakes and supplements in the early weeks, but over time, these shouldn’t be your main source of protein. Why shakes and supplements aren’t...
Gallbladder Removal After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know
If you’ve had bariatric surgery, you’re already making big changes to your health. But rapid weight loss can also trigger side effects, and gallstones are one of the more common ones. While not every patient will have problems, some may need their gallbladder removed...
Bariatric Surgery: Your Questions Answered
Join us for a live Zoom session split into two main segments: a short 15-minute overview of the fundamentals of Bariatric surgery and an interactive live Q&A where our expert Bariatric Surgeon will address any of your questions.