Meet Our Specialist Surgeon
Dr Michael Hatzifotis
MBBS FRACS, ANZMOSS
General, Bariatric & Upper GI Surgeon
One of Brisbane's most experienced Surgeons with two decades of excellence
Dr Michael Hatzifotis is one of the most experienced and highly regarded General, Bariatric (Weight Loss) and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons in Brisbane.
He is extensively trained in the full spectrum of General, Gastrointestinal and Bariatric (Weight Loss) procedures and has performed more than 8,500 procedures in the last 20 years.
Dr Hatzifotis specialises in the following conditions:
- Surgical & Non-Surgical Weight Loss Management
- Metabolic Surgery
- Gastro-Oesophaogeal Reflux & Hiatus Hernia Repair
- Gall Stones & Biliary Disease
- Abdominal Hernias
Dr Hatzifotis focuses on meticulous surgical technique and follows strict post-operative standards. He is well regarded for his extremely low complication rates which are among the lowest in the world.
Over the past 20 years, Dr Hatzifotis has continued to develop and improve his practice and techniques to provide his patients with the most current and up to date advances in Metabolic and Weight loss Surgery as well as Gastro-Intestinal and General Surgery.
Dr Hatzifotis prides himself not only on his surgical precision but also on his warm, empathetic bedside manner & post-operative care. He is well known for his compassionate nature and dedication to his patients.
COME VISIT US TODAY
Dr Hatzifotis and his multi-disciplinary team
consult from the one location in a modern clinic
in the Nicholson Street Specialist Centre,
conveniently located at
Greenslopes Private Hospital.
General Surgery
Abdominal Wall Hernias
Anti-Reflux Surgery - Hiatus Hernia Repair & Fundoplication
Gall Bladder & Gall Stone Surgery
Emergency General Surgery -Appendicectomy
Weight Loss Surgery
Gastric Sleeve
Gastric Bypass
Gastric Band Removal
Revisional Surgery
How Much Will I Lose with Weight Loss Surgery?
Whilst everyone is different, it is expected that you will lose approx 20 - 50% of your total body weight or 70 - 80% of your excess weight in the first 12 months post surgery depending on the procedure
Weight Loss Surgery Facts
- Expected weight loss is 20% - 50% of your total body weight at 12 months
- Weight Loss Surgery is Laparoscopic
- Quick recovery time
- You can still eat and enjoy the foods and drinks you love
- Significant improvements in overall health & energy
- Long term weight loss results
- Cost effective
- Dr Hatzifotis will provide his patients with ongoing medical treatment & management of their obesity
- All After-Care appointments are
Bulk-Billed with Dr Hatzifotis
Mounjaro
Wegovy
Ozempic
Saxenda
Trulicity
How Much Will I Lose with Weight Loss Medications?
Whilst everyone is different, it is expected that you may lose approx
5 - 20% of your total body weight in the first 12-18 months depending on the type of medication prescribed
Weight Loss Medication Facts
- Expected Weight loss is 5% to 20% of total body weight in first 12-18 months
- No surgery required
- Improves weight related diseases
- Decreases appetite & food intake
- Should be prescribed by specialist/GP for safe use
- Patients should be monitored for possible side effects & vitamin/mineral deficiencies
- Recommended to be used in conjunction with exercise and a healthy diet
- Weight regain may occur once medications are ceased
- Limited data on long term use
- Not PBS listed in Australia & therefore carry significant costs
Discuss your Weight Loss Options with Dr Hatzifotis
Meet Our Specialist Team
At Surgery Brisbane, our specialist surgeon, Dr Michael Hatzifotis & his experienced Multi-Disciplinary Team
offer a holistic, comprehensive ‘Weight Loss Management Program’
providing our patients with personalised care to achieve optimal & sustainable weight loss
and improvement in overall health & well-being.
We offer Surgical Weight Loss Treatments and will discuss non-surgical & surgical options.
Dr Tarn Montagu
General Practitioner
Vanessa Jenkin
Dietitian & Nutritionist
Kathy Benn
Dietitian & Nutritionist
Leslie Hartley
Psychologist
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