Struggling with your weight isn’t just about what you eat or how much you exercise — it’s a complex health challenge that affects every part of life. If you’ve tried everything and still feel stuck, it might be time to consider a more permanent, proven solution.
Weight loss surgery isn’t a shortcut — it’s a medically-backed tool that can help you regain control of your health and future. Here are five compelling reasons why more Australians are turning to bariatric surgery as a life-changing option.
1. Sustainable, Long-Term Weight Loss
Fad diets and intense exercise plans can sometimes help you lose weight in the short term — but keeping it off is often the biggest challenge. Weight loss surgery helps you not only lose a significant amount of excess weight but also maintain it long-term.
Most patients lose 50–70% of their excess body weight within the first 12 to 18 months after surgery, and studies show that this weight loss can be sustained for many years. The key difference? Surgery changes how your body regulates hunger, fullness, and metabolism — giving you the support your body needs to keep the weight off.
2. Improvement (or Resolution) of Serious Health Conditions
Obesity doesn’t come alone. It’s often tied to a number of serious health conditions that reduce your quality of life and increase your risk of long-term complications. Weight loss surgery can dramatically improve — and in many cases completely resolve — conditions such as:
- Type 2 diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Sleep apnoea
- High cholesterol
- Joint pain and mobility issues
- Fatty liver disease
In fact, weight loss surgery is considered one of the most effective treatments for type 2 diabetes — with some patients seeing improvements just days after surgery, even before major weight loss has occurred.
3. Better Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing
Obesity affects more than just your physical health. It can take a serious toll on your confidence, mental health, and quality of life. Many patients report feeling judged, isolated, or hopeless after years of struggling.
After surgery, patients often experience:
- Improved self-esteem and body image
- Increased energy and motivation
- Relief from depression and anxiety linked to weight
- Renewed enjoyment in social life, travel, and daily activities
Losing weight can open the door to living more freely — not just physically, but emotionally too.
4. More Freedom, Less Pain, and a Better Daily Life
It’s often the small things that make the biggest difference: walking without pain, playing with your children, fitting comfortably into clothes, or going out without worrying about your appearance.
As weight comes off, people commonly notice:
- Easier movement and reduced joint pain
- Better sleep and more energy during the day
- Fewer limitations in work, travel, and physical activity
- A sense of control and freedom they haven’t felt in years
5. You’ve Tried Everything Else — This Might Be the Tool You Need
If you’ve tried multiple diets, personal trainers, medications, shakes, support groups, or even medical weight loss clinics — and the weight still returns — you’re not alone. Obesity is a chronic, relapsing condition. Surgery isn’t the “easy way out,” but it can finally give your efforts the long-term results you’ve been working so hard for.
Weight loss surgery works with your efforts — not instead of them.
How Do People Afford Weight Loss Surgery?
We understand that for many patients, cost is a big consideration. The good news? There are multiple ways to access bariatric surgery in Australia.
- Superannuation Access – Many patients use their superannuation to fund their surgery under compassionate grounds. We can guide you through the application process to access your super legally and responsibly.
- Private Health Insurance – If you have private cover, Gold-tier hospital cover is usually required for bariatric procedures. We can help check your policy or recommend plans that meet the criteria.
- Self-Funding – For those without cover or who don’t want to wait, we offer transparent self-funded packages and finance options.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re considering surgery, you deserve real answers, compassionate care, and a team who truly understands what you’re going through. Dr Kevin Dolan and the team at WALOS have helped over 10,000 patients take control of their health — and they’re here to support you every step of the way.
Book a no-pressure consultation to explore your options and find out if weight loss surgery is the right path for you.