We held our third support group of 2016 for our weight loss surgery patients on Thursday 25th August, at our clinic at St George Private Hospital. This time our key speaker was our own bariatric dietitian Tania Chaanine. Tania is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian,... Read more
Part of our day to day activity at Upper GI Surgery is looking after patients with various upper gastrointestinal problems, not just bariatric patients. This includes upper gastrointestinal cancers such as pancreatic cancer, stomach cancer, oesophageal cancer, reflux... Read more
Obesity is a medical condition that has existed for centuries, and in some cultures demonstrating obesity is viewed as a sign of wealth and well-being. Obese people have accumulated excess body fat that is likely to have a negative impact on their overall health.... Read more
So you’ve had your weight loss surgery and you’re ready to tackle your new journey ahead, lose the excess weight and make your way towards a healthier and happier life. At Upper GI Surgery we want to make this as easy for you as possible (because we know it can be... Read more
Weight loss surgery is major surgery requiring a general anaesthetic, therefore it carries a risk of complications. If you are considering weight loss surgery and want to be more aware of the potential risks involved, then this is the article for you. We have... Read more
