Weight Loss Surgery Melbourne
Struggling with Your Weight? You've Come to the Right Place.
When diet and exercise aren't enough, weight loss surgery offers a clinically supported next step.
At the head of your care is Dr Ashok Gunawardene, a certified surgeon and endoscopist whose training and experience spans the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.
Throughout the process, our multi-disciplinary team provides a personalised approach where you feel respected and supported.
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Weight Loss Surgery
If you’ve been working hard with diet and exercise but aren’t seeing sustainable results, you’re not alone. For many people, weight loss is more complex than willpower alone. Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric or obesity surgery, offers a clinically guided pathway for people who haven’t achieved lasting results through conventional approaches.
A Specialist You Can Trust
Your care is led by Dr Ashok Gunawardene, a SCOPE-certified surgeon and endoscopist with advanced training across the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. His depth of experience means you’re in highly skilled, knowledgeable hands, every step of the way.
A Team Built Around You
From your very first conversation to long after your weight loss procedure, our multidisciplinary team is here to support you. We work alongside allied health professionals to give you care, in an environment that is completely judgement-free.
We understand how difficult weight loss can be and we’re here to help you move forward with confidence. Request a call back and let’s start the conversation.
Wondering if Weight Loss Surgery is Right for You?
Meet Dr Ashok Gunawardene
Dr Ashok Gunawardene, PhD FRACS, is a Specialist General Surgeon with an interest in Weight Loss management including medical and surgical pathways with a team-based approach geared for durability.
He is a SCOPE-certified practitioner by the World Obesity Federation, a Member of the Australian and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Surgery Society (ANZMOSS) and Member of the International Federation of Surgery and other therapies for Obesity (IFSO).
He consults in the North and West of Greater Melbourne at locations in Epping, Wallan and Sunbury in the North and Point Cook and Werribee in the West.
Our Process – What To Expect
Step 1 – Request a Callback
Once we receive your callback request, we’ll be in touch by phone or email to arrange a convenient time for an initial call.
What We Cover On Our First Call
- Your weight loss journey so far and what's brought you to this point
- High level discussion on general suitability for surgery
- What surgical and non-surgical options are offered by Dr Ashok
- Any questions about costs, health fund coverage, or next steps
Our goal is to provide honest, judgement-free information about your options so you can make a confident, informed decision about your health.
Step 2 – Obtaining a Referral
If surgery is the preferred pathway, a referral from your GP will be required before we proceed.
Step 3 - Booking Your First Consultation
We’ll work with you to schedule your first consultation with Dr Ashok at a time that suits you. Any additional consultations required as part of your assessment will also be arranged from here.
Step 4 - Surgery and Recovery
Dr Ashok and his multi-disciplinary team remain actively involved throughout your weight loss procedure by guiding and supporting you at every stage.
From your first conversation with us to the final stages of your recovery, our priority is that you feel informed and confident throughout the process.
Surgical and Non-Surgical Procedures Available
With extensive experience across both surgical and non-surgical treatment options, Dr Ashok will take the time to understand your individual circumstances and recommend the pathway that is right for you.
Below is a list of options that may be considered:
Non Surgical Procedures
Medical Weight Management (prescription medication program)
Intra-gastric balloon insertion
Surgical Procedures for Obesity (Bariatric) Surgery
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
OAGB Gastric Bypass Surgery (Mini Gastric Bypass)
RYGB Gastric Bypass Surgery
Every patient is different. Dr Ashok will carefully consider your personal circumstances, lifestyle, and long-term health goals to ensure the option recommended is one that works for you.
Ready to Take the Next Step Towards Long-Lasting Weight Loss?
