Dr Smith is a New Zealand trained surgeon who specialises in the use of laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgical techniques to treat conditions like reflux, hernias and gallstones as well as metabolic and other complications of excess weight.
Established in 2012 our focus is on providing high quality care for the people of Otago and Southland. We are based in Dunedin but also provide regular monthly face-to-face clinics in Invercargill, Queenstown as well as Zoom telehealth consultations.
Sharon: Practice manager and practice nurse
Abby: Registered nurse with a focus on bariatric surgery and exercise
Renee: Registered dietitian
Kim: Registered dietitian
Latesha: Clinical psychologist supporting people before and after bariatric surgery
Mark: Psychologist providing emotional and psychological support for patients before and after surgery
Sarah: Receptionist
Patient resources: click here for information about gastro-oesophageal reflx and anti-reflux surgery, weight loss surgery and bariatric long term follow up for patients and doctors.
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Fees apply
Fees and Charges Description
Dr Smith is an Affiliated Provider to Southern Cross Health Insurance for Consultations, Hernia Surgery, Gallbladder Surgery, Anti-reflux Surgery, Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy. Mark is also an NIB First Choice member.
While we do not offer payment plans ‘in house’, we do partner with Nova medical finance who specialise in loans for medical procedures.
Hours
Marinoto Clinic, 72 Newington Ave, Dunedin
9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Mon – Fri
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
81 Don Street, Invercargill
Monthly face-to-face clinics
9 Isle Street, Queenstown
Monthly face-to-face clinics
4 Thirteenth Avenue, Lower Shotover, Queenstown
Twice-Monthly face-to-face clinics
Languages Spoken
English
Services Provided
Bariatric surgery procedures
Hernias | Hernia repair
Gall stones | Cholecystectomy (gall bladder removal)
Gastrectomy (full or partial stomach removal)
Gastrointestinal disorders managed by general surgery