Premium bariatric surgery services for Chatswood residents. Expert surgeons, North Shore Private Hospital facilities, and complete local support services on Sydney's Lower North Shore.
North Shore Private Hospital is 2km from Chatswood CBD - 5 minutes by car or direct bus connection.
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Access premium dietitians, exercise physiologists, and support services across the Lower North Shore.
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North Shore Private Hospital offers state-of-the-art bariatric facilities with exceptional patient care.
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Most Chatswood residents undergo surgery at North Shore Private Hospital, renowned as one of Sydney's premier private hospitals for bariatric surgery.
Sydney's premier Lower North Shore private hospital
Address: 3 Westbourne St, St Leonards NSW 2065
Phone: Call for details
Operating Hours: 24/7 for admissions, specialist appointments vary
Parking: Multi-level parking available, ~$15/day
From Chatswood CBD:
Phone: Call for details
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Recovery and long-term success require ongoing support. Access these expert services right in your local Chatswood area.
Chatswood
Experienced bariatric dietitian at Victoria Avenue Medical Centre
Location: 214 Victoria Ave, Chatswood
Phone: Call for details
Artarmon (5 min from Chatswood)
Weight management specialist with online and in-person consultations
Location: 76B Hampden Rd, Artarmon
Phone: Call for details
North Sydney (10 min from Chatswood)
Multidisciplinary center with dietitians, diabetes educators, and exercise physiologists
Location: Suite 3/319 Pacific Hwy, North Sydney
Phone: Call for details
Why Specialist Dietitians Matter:
North Sydney (10 min from Chatswood)
ESSA-accredited exercise physiologists specializing in weight management and diabetes
Location: Suite 3/319 Pacific Hwy, North Sydney
Phone: Call for details
Benefits of Exercise Physiology:
Psychological support is crucial for long-term bariatric surgery success. Chatswood has excellent psychology practices, many offering telehealth consultations.
Support Services Available:
💡 Finding a Psychologist: Your GP can provide a Mental Health Care Plan for Medicare rebates. Search "psychologist bariatric Chatswood" or "eating disorder North Shore".
Pre-Surgery
First 6 Months
Long-Term
Understanding the costs helps you plan your bariatric surgery journey with confidence.
Significant out-of-pocket reduction
Hospital Fees: Covered by your fund (check excess)
Surgeon's Fee: Gap payment (typically $2,000 - $5,000)
Anaesthetist Fee: Gap payment (typically $800 - $1,500)
Assistant Surgeon: Often covered by Medicare/fund
Pathology/Radiology: Mostly covered by Medicare
Higher out-of-pocket expenses
Hospital Fees: Full cost (approx. $15,000 - $25,000)
Surgeon's Fee: Full cost (approx. $5,000 - $8,000)
Anaesthetist Fee: Full cost (approx. $1,500 - $2,500)
Assistant Surgeon: Full cost (approx. $500 - $1,000)
Pathology/Radiology: Mostly covered by Medicare
Stock up on vitamins, supplements, and recovery essentials at these local pharmacies.
3.5 ★ (394 reviews)
Shop T41 Westfield, 1 Anderson St
Best for: Bariatric vitamins, protein shakes, lowest prices, extended hours
(02) 9419 6363
3.7 ★ (112 reviews)
Westfield Chatswood, Level 5
Best for: Pharmacist advice, calcium citrate, beauty & health products
(02) 9413 2660
3.3 ★ (77 reviews)
376 Victoria Ave, Chatswood
Best for: Professional compounding, specialized supplements, delivery service
(02) 9411 4388
Bariatric Multivitamin
Chewable or capsule, daily
Calcium Citrate 600mg
Twice daily, between meals
Vitamin B12 Sublingual
1000mcg, dissolves under tongue
Protein Powder (Isolate)
25-30g protein per serve
💡 Tip: Your surgeon will provide a detailed supplement schedule. Always follow their specific recommendations.
Connect with other bariatric patients for advice, motivation, and long-term success.
📍 Location: North Shore Private Hospital, Community Room
📅 When: Second Tuesday of every month, 6:30-8:00pm
💰 Cost: Free (open to all bariatric patients)
Topics: Nutrition, exercise, emotional support, guest speakers from dietitians and exercise physiologists.
r/BariatricSurgery (Reddit)
24/7 community, 150k+ members
Bariatric Support Australia (Facebook)
Aussie-specific advice & experiences
MyFitnessPal Forums
Tracking & nutrition tips
💡 Why join? Meet others at different stages, get practical tips, find accountability partners, celebrate wins together.
Comfortable places for family members to stay during your 1-2 night hospital stay.
4.3 ★ (1,150 reviews)
Distance: 2.5km from North Shore Private
From: ~$200/night
✅ Full kitchen, gym, indoor pool, free WiFi
(02) 8904 6000
4.5 ★ (398 reviews)
Distance: 3km from North Shore Private
From: ~$180/night
✅ Apartments with kitchens, laundry, parking
(02) 8405 6100
4.2 ★ (1,856 reviews)
Distance: 4km from North Shore Private
From: ~$220/night
✅ Restaurant, bar, gym, business center
(02) 8922 6888
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