WALOS offer long-term follow up in a multidisciplinary team setting for all patients undergoing bariatric surgery. An internal clinic survey has reported over 80% of WALOS gastric band and sleeve gastrectomy patients are happy with their weight loss. WALOS patients who follow the aftercare plan will continue to enjoy a successful weight loss journey. However, […]
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Long-term follow up in a multidisciplinary team setting
Revision surgery for lap band patients
Dr Kevin Dolan has been practising weight loss surgery in WA for over 15 years. He is passionate about providing long-term weight loss solutions including revisionary treatment for lap band surgery. It’s never too late to lose weight and we have a range of obesity treatment options to help you do it in the safest, […]
What is a gastric sleeve?
Gastric sleeve surgery is a procedure in which three-quarters of the stomach is removed. If you are considering a weight loss procedure, the chances are that you have heard of gastric sleeve surgery. It is a highly effective and safe option, but do you know how it actually works? Read on to find out more […]
What is SIPS surgery?
Stomach Intestinal Pylorus Preserving Surgery (SIPS) is a procedure that combines sleeve gastrectomy with a small bowel bypass. If you are considering weight loss surgery, you might find it difficult to choose a procedure that is exactly right for you. If you’ve started the process of researching the various options available to you, you’ll know […]
Can you gain weight after a gastric sleeve?
During gastric sleeve surgery, a section of the bottom of the stomach is removed. If you are considering weight loss surgery, you might be wondering if it’s worth going through the process. It’s completely normal to have questions and concerns — there are so many options to choose from, and the prospect of major surgery […]
Bypass & Sleeve Gastrectomy – What Is SIBS?
Want to get the benefits of a Stomach Intestinal Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy procedures in a single operation? Well, you can with the Stomach Intestinal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SIBS) procedure. What is a Stomach Intestinal Bypass? This procedure is a weight loss treatment performed laparoscopically and aims to create a bypass, which connects the […]
How To Qualify For Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Are you a suitable candidate for gastric sleeve surgery? Important update: The eligibility requirements for weight loss surgery have recently changed. if you were previously deemed ineligible, you may now qualify. Please read this post carefully to determine if you are now eligible for surgery based on the new guidelines. https://www.soard.org/article/S1550-7289(22)00641-4/fulltext Are you here wondering […]
How to deal with weight gain after bariatric surgery
If you have gained weight after a previous bariatric surgery, you might consider revisional surgery. In most cases, weight loss surgery achieves very good results and many people who undergo a bariatric procedure are able to reach and maintain a healthy and stable body weight in the long run. Some patients, however, may need to […]
What to eat after a sleeve gastrectomy?
Sleeve gastrectomy, also known as a vertical sleeve gastrectomy, is a surgical weight-loss procedure where the stomach is contracted to around 15% of its regular size. A sleeve gastrectomy is usually performed as a last resort only after you’ve attempted to lose excess weight through dieting and a consistent exercise routine. Restricting the size of […]
What bariatric surgery procedure options are available?
There are many different types of surgery that are available to those wanting to lose weight. When it comes to deciding between your weight loss surgery options, there are so many things to consider, and it can be difficult to know what the best option is. Whilst there are a lot of benefits to various […]