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Laparoscopy Auckland - Bariatrics

Private Surgical Service, Bariatric (Weight Loss) Surgery

This is where you will come to have your surgery performed. The visits to your surgeon before and after surgery will be at their consulting rooms.

Today

Open today 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Description

Some of New Zealand's most experienced and pioneering laparoscopic surgeons have created Laparoscopy Auckland, a super specialised hospital offering on-site consultation, laparoscopy, gastroscopy and colonoscopy. Both day - stay and overnight procedures are performed on one site.

Laparoscopy Auckland is a purpose-built environment. All rooms are single with an emphasis on NZ/Pacific Designer fit out and art. The theme is safety, efficiency and service.

What is Laparoscopic Surgery?

Laparoscopic (or keyhole) surgical procedures are performed in the abdomen through several small incisions (cuts), usually only 5-10mm long, rather than through one large incision.

The laparoscope is a long narrow instrument which has a light source and tiny camera attached. It is inserted through one of the incisions so that the surgeon can view the inside of the body on a video monitor.

The surgeon then passes specially designed surgical instruments through the other incisions and carries out the procedure using the monitor to guide the instruments.

Laparoscopic surgery is usually associated with less blood loss, less pain and less scarring, compared to open surgery. In most cases, time spent in hospital and the overall recovery time from the operation are reduced.

Consultants

Mr Nicholas Evennett

Upper GI, Bariatric & General Laparoscopic Surgeon

Ages

Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua

How do I access this service?

Referral

It is usual for you to be referred to your surgeon by your general practitioner.

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Fees apply

Fees and Charges Description

Laparoscopy Auckland is a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider - please contact us for more information.

Hours

Open today 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Mon – Fri	7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Languages Spoken

English

Services Provided

Bariatric surgery procedures

Bariatric or weight loss surgery refers to a number of different procedures that can be performed to treat obesity. Procedures fall into three main types: Malabsorptive - these procedures involve bypassing a section of the small intestine thus reducing the amount of food absorbed into the body. Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass involves bypassing a section of the intestine so that less food is absorbed. Restrictive - these procedures involve reducing the size of the stomach, usually by creating a small pouch at the top of the stomach which limits the amount of food that can be eaten. Laparoscopic Gastric Banding is a surgical treatment for obesity that involves placing an inflatable cuff around the upper stomach. The cuff can be further inflated or deflated to adjust the volume of food that can be consumed. Malabsorptive/Restrictive Combination - these procedures combine both techniques e.g. gastric bypass surgery in which a small stomach pouch is formed and its outlet connected to part of the small intestine.

Bariatric or weight loss surgery refers to a number of different procedures that can be performed to treat obesity. Procedures fall into three main types:

Malabsorptive - these procedures involve bypassing a section of the small intestine thus reducing the amount of food absorbed into the body.

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass involves bypassing a section of the intestine so that less food is absorbed.

Restrictive - these procedures involve reducing the size of the stomach, usually by creating a small pouch at the top of the stomach which limits the amount of food that can be eaten.

Laparoscopic Gastric Banding is a surgical treatment for obesity that involves placing an inflatable cuff around the upper stomach. The cuff can be further inflated or deflated to adjust the volume of food that can be consumed.

Malabsorptive/Restrictive Combination - these procedures combine both techniques e.g. gastric bypass surgery in which a small stomach pouch is formed and its outlet connected to part of the small intestine.

Weight loss management

This service offers support to people who are overweight or obese to reach and maintain a healthy weight. Weight loss approaches may involve diet and lifestyle changes or weight loss medications, or both may be offered.

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Mobility parking space

Visiting Hours

Visiting is permitted until 9pm. After 5pm, access to the hospital is down the driveway on the right hand side of our building, via the ramp. After 9pm, there is a doorbell on the ramp at the entrance to Laparoscopy Auckland to alert staff of your presence.

Refreshments

Refreshments will be provided to patients in the hospital that are appropriate for the surgical procedure performed.

Public Transport

The Auckland Transport Journey Planner will help you to plan your journey.

Parking

Parking is available for patients and visitors in the front carpark.

Accommodation

Accommodation in the hospital is all single rooms with a shared ensuite.

TV is provided in all patient rooms, including 3 SKY channels.

Internet access is available in all patient rooms (wireless) on request.

Pharmacy

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