Your First Visit

Ask Questions

The first step in determining if bariatric surgery is appropriate for you is to attend a consultation with Dr Mani Niazi, which can be scheduled by calling our practice number - (03) 9013 0865

During the consultation any questions or concerns, you may have - will be answered:
  • Are you a candidate for bariatric-surgery?
  • How to calculate your BMI (Body Mass Index)?
  • Is surgery an effective treatment for obesity?
  • How the surgery is performed?
  • What are associated risks and complications?
  • What extend of weight loss one can expect?
  • Life after surgery and postoperative care plan?

Preparing for Your First Visit

Please remember to bring the following to your appointment
  • Your records and patient forms, completed
  • Your insurance card
  • All prescriptions and over-the-counter medication you are currently taking
  • A list of all questions and concerns you may have

Qualifying Factors for Surgery

Qualifying Factors for Surgery may include
  • History of dietary and other weight loss attempts,
  • Your commitment to lifestyle changes, exercise and clinical follow-up
  • Psychological evaluation

By the End of Your First Visit - You Will Know

Together, you and your bariatric surgeon take steps to determine
  • If surgery is the right treatment for you
  • Which type of procedure is right for you
  • If you are mentally and emotionally prepared to make lifelong lifestyle changes
  • The preoperative assessment process will include series of tests. 
After the meeting, you will also meet other staff members that may be involved is the sessions leading up to surgery or after care. Each healthcare professional will help your change journey and together meet any challenges that lie ahead.

If you believe bariatric surgery would improve your health and well being, contact our office to begin you life-changing journey.