Bariatric surgery at St John of God Berwick Hospital (5km, 10 min drive). Dr James Farrow FRACS 2015, Dr Ryan Lim FRACS 2009 (16 years). Fast-growing community: 27,945 population (32% growth!) • Median Age: 34 years • $1,651/week income ($86k annually).
St John of God Berwick Hospital is 5km away (10-minute drive via Princes Highway) - excellent access for consultations, surgery, and recovery.
→ Short 10-min drive advantage
Dr James Farrow FRACS 2015, Dr Ryan Lim FRACS 2009 (16 years), both with extensive bariatric experience at St John of God Berwick.
→ 16+ years combined expertise
32% population growth (21,176→27,945), young median age 34 years, $1,651/week income ($85,852 annually) supports private health coverage.
→ Young, growing suburb
Just 5km from Narre Warren - comprehensive bariatric surgery program with multidisciplinary support.
Phone
Call for details
Distance from Narre Warren
5 km (10-minute drive via Princes Highway)
Google Rating
3.7★ (478+ reviews)
🏥 Comprehensive Bariatric Program
St John of God Berwick offers fully-integrated bariatric services with dietitians, psychologists, and exercise physiologists on-site.
FRACS: 2015 (10 years qualified)
Practices at: St John of God Berwick Hospital
Specialization: Gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, revisional surgery
Approach: Evidence-based, patient-focused bariatric care
FRACS: 2009 (16 years qualified)
Practices at: St John of God Berwick Hospital
Specialization: Laparoscopic gastric sleeve, bypass, band removal
Additional training: Advanced laparoscopic surgery fellowship
St John of God Berwick also hosts visiting bariatric surgeons from Melbourne's leading obesity surgery practices, offering diverse expertise and appointment availability.
✓ All FRACS-Certified
Multiple pharmacies across Westfield Fountain Gate for bariatric vitamins and supplements.
Address: Westfield Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, Shop T105, 352 Princes Hwy, Narre Warren VIC 3805
Phone: Call for details
Hours: Daily 9am–9pm
Website: chemistwarehouse.com.au
✓ Best for: Extended hours, large bariatric supplement range
Address: Westfield Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, Shop 1125, 352 Princes Hwy, Narre Warren VIC 3805
Phone: Call for details
Hours: Daily 9am–5:30pm
Website: priceline.com.au
✓ Best for: Beauty & wellness products alongside supplements
Daily Vitamins:
Protein & Additional:
APD-certified dietitians for comprehensive bariatric nutrition guidance.
Dietitians: On-site APD-certified dietitians (hospital-employed)
Address: 75-79 Kangan Drive, Berwick VIC 3806
Phone: Call for details
Website: sjog.org.au/berwick
✓ Integrated Care: Works directly with your bariatric surgeon
Dietitian: Felicity Roberts, APD
Location: 1/22 Webb Street, Narre Warren VIC 3805
Phone: Call for details
Services: Pre/post bariatric surgery nutrition, meal planning, supplement advice
✓ Local Convenience: Right in Narre Warren for easy follow-ups
Post-surgical rehabilitation and fitness programming for long-term success.
Address: Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, Shop 137A, 352 Princes Hwy, Narre Warren VIC 3805
Phone: Call for details
Website: platinumphysio.com.au
Services: Exercise physiology, post-surgical rehabilitation, strength & conditioning
ESSA-Certified: Yes - Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs)
Location: Narre Warren, VIC
Website: kieser.com.au
ESSA Accreditation: Yes - employs Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs)
Specialty: Medical strength training for pre/post surgery rehabilitation
✓ Evidence-Based: Strength training preserves muscle mass during weight loss
Recovery Phase:
Long-Term Success:
Understanding health needs in Narre Warren's fast-growing southeastern Melbourne community (Casey).
27,945
Population (2021)
32% growth since 2016!
34
Median Age (years)
Young families suburb
$1,651
Median Weekly Income
$85,852 annually
29%
Casey Health Conditions
Long-term conditions (2017-18)
St John of God Berwick Hospital is 5 km from central Narre Warren (75-79 Kangan Drive, Berwick VIC 3806) - approximately 10 minutes by car via Princes Highway. This short drive makes pre-operative consultations, surgery day, and regular post-operative follow-ups highly manageable for busy families.
GPS Tip: Set navigation to "St John of God Berwick Hospital" - ample on-site parking available. Public transport: Route 894 bus from Fountain Gate to Kangan Drive.
Dr James Farrow (FRACS 2015, 10 years qualified) and Dr Ryan Lim (FRACS 2009, 16 years qualified) both perform gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and revisional bariatric surgery at St John of God Berwick. Combined 26+ years experience with multidisciplinary team support.
Both surgeons use minimally-invasive laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery and smaller scars. Patient reviews emphasize their comprehensive pre-operative education and attentive post-operative follow-up care.
Westfield Fountain Gate Shopping Centre has two convenient options: Chemist Warehouse (Shop T105, Call for details, 9am-9pm daily) and Priceline Pharmacy (Shop 1125, Call for details, 9am-5:30pm daily).
Stock lifelong supplements: chewable bariatric multivitamins (2x daily), calcium citrate 1200-1500mg, vitamin B12 sublingual 1000mcg, vitamin D3 3000 IU, and whey protein isolate powder. Chemist Warehouse typically offers the best bulk pricing for long-term supply.
Yes! APD dietitians are critical for bariatric surgery success. St John of God Berwick has on-site APD-certified dietitians (Call for details) who work directly with your surgeon. Alternatively, Your Dietitian (Felicity Roberts APD, 1/22 Webb Street, Call for details) serves Narre Warren locally.
Dietitians guide: (1) pre-op 2-week liquid diet, (2) post-op diet phases (liquids → pureed → soft → solids), and (3) lifelong nutrition habits. Medicare rebates available under Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plans - ask your GP for referral.
Platinum Physio & Exercise (Fountain Gate Shopping Centre Shop 137A, Call for details) and Kieser Narre Warren both employ ESSA-accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) specializing in post-surgical rehabilitation and medical strength training.
Start structured exercise from Week 6-8 post-surgery. AEPs create personalized programs to preserve muscle mass during weight loss. Critical stat: Patients who exercise maintain 90%+ weight loss long-term vs. 50-60% for non-exercisers.
Narre Warren's median age is 34 years - younger than Melbourne's average. This means patients can benefit from 35-45+ years of improved health, mobility, and quality of life after successful bariatric surgery. Early intervention prevents decades of obesity-related health complications.
Younger patients typically have better post-operative outcomes: faster recovery, fewer comorbidities at baseline, higher long-term weight loss maintenance, and greater improvements in fertility and metabolic health. The 32% population growth also indicates strong community support for families pursuing healthier lifestyles.
St John of God Berwick (5km away!), Dr James Farrow & Dr Ryan Lim (26+ combined years), comprehensive local support for growing families.
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