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Upper GI Surgery

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★ 4.5 · 15 Google reviews

Upper GI Surgery is a specialist surgical practice at St George Private Hospital in Kogarah, best known for bariatric surgery. It focuses on the oesophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder and abdominal wall hernias, and also has rooms in Wollongong and Orange.

Call (02) 9553 1120
  • Mixed billing
  • Telehealth

Services at Upper GI Surgery

Bariatric surgeryGallbladder surgeryHernia repairReflux surgerySwallowing disordersTherapeutic endoscopyRobotic surgeryUpper GI oncology

The site lists bariatric procedures first: gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, gastric band, gastric balloon, SADI, endoscopic procedures, revision surgery and robotic bariatric surgery. Its upper GI work covers gallbladder surgery, hernia repair, reflux surgery, swallowing disorders, therapeutic endoscopy and oncology. Pre-surgery consultations also involve physicians, practice nurses and a dietitian.

What customers say about Upper GI Surgery

  • Patients say the surgeons explain everything in detail and in plain words.
  • Patients describe the team as friendly, kind and ready to help.
  • Long-term patients keep coming back to the same surgeons.

Tips for visiting Upper GI Surgery

  • Surgery totals can't be fixed in advance, so ask the hospital and anaesthetist for their quotes before the surgery date.
  • Super fund access usually takes 2 to 4 weeks, so allow time if you plan to fund surgery from super.
  • Payment plans run in instalments before surgery by card or bank transfer, but the full total must be paid one week before the operation.

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Questions

FAQ about Upper GI Surgery

Does Upper GI Surgery bulk bill?

Follow-up visits are bulk billed for patients who pay the clinic fee for their surgery. First consultations are paid in full on the day and claimed back through Medicare.

Does Upper GI Surgery accept private health insurance?

Yes, the clinic accepts all private health funds.

How much is a consult at Upper GI Surgery?

First consultations are listed from $135 to $270, and the Medicare rebate applies to them.

Can I book online with Upper GI Surgery?

Yes, a Book Online option links to the Kogarah clinic's booking, or you can call (02) 9553 1120.

Which doctors work at Upper GI Surgery?

The clinic lists A/Prof Michael Talbot, Dr Jason Maani, Dr Daniel Chan and Dr Jennifer Matthei among its doctors.