Important update regarding Covid19

The Victorian Government now permits elective surgery in Victorian Private hospitals at 75% of usual capacity and now allows for all procedures to be performed.

Important update regarding Covid19

17 Feb 2022

The Victorian Government now permits elective surgery in Victorian Private hospitals at 75% of usual capacity and now allows for all procedures to be performed.

For our patients this means that SLEEVE GASTRECTOMIES RESUME on 21st February.

Our patients can attend Peninsula Private Hospital for all consultations. If you prefer, telehealth consultations can be arranged.

Stay safe,

Thank you, and we will see you soon.

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Mr Geoff Draper

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Which operation is best for me?

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Gastric Bands

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Risks, Costs & Questions

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Sleeve Gastrectomy

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Questions

Cost

How much does it cost?
Basically, at Melbourne Bariatrics Peninsula, a Gap fee for most bariatric surgery applies. The gaps fees for a Sleeve are $6400. Revision surgery fees vary.

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Payment Options

A range of payment plans are available.
These include standard payment through Private Health Cover, No gap covered by Supported Health, Self funded and Using your Superannuation.

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Choosing

Which operation you choose should be the safest operation that suits you. In a nutshell, Bands are the safest, Sleeves have the most natural eating style, & Bypasses achieve the greatest weight loss. They are all done laparoscopically (keyhole).

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