About
Dr Shirhan Ho is a general, laparoscopic, endoscopic and bariatric surgeon providing surgical services to the Southern Highlands and surrounding districts since 2001, offering obesity solutions, hernia surgery, gallbladder disease treatment, gastric reflux surgery, bowel cancer surgery, and skin cancer surgery.
Procedures Offered
Also offered
About the Surgeon
Dr Shirhan Ho
Dr Shirhan Ho is a general surgeon located in Bowral NSW. He graduated from the University of Sydney in 1994 with honours (MBBS). He is a Fellow of The Royal Australian College of Surgeons.
Training
Graduated from the University of Sydney in 1994 with honours (MBBS). Fellow of The Royal Australian College of Surgeons (F.R.A.C.S.).
Procedure Information
Gastric Band (LAP-Band Surgery)40-50% excess weight loss▼
Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAP-Band Surgery) involves placing a flexible and adjustable band around the upper part of the stomach, creating a small pouch that limits the amount of food the stomach can hold. This leads to a feeling of fullness with smaller food portions, ultimately promoting weight loss.
Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy)Most patients reach their goal weight within 12 months▼
Gastric Sleeve Surgery, also known as Sleeve Gastrectomy, involves the removal of approximately 80% of the stomach, leaving behind a tubular pouch that closely resembles a banana in shape. It has gained immense popularity as the go-to weight loss procedure worldwide, thanks to its ability to deliver rapid and substantial weight loss results.
Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass)Most patients reach their goal weight within 18 months▼
This surgery involves creating a small pouch at the top of the stomach and connecting it directly to the small intestine. It restricts the amount of food a person can eat and reduces nutrient absorption.
Revision Surgery▼
Revision surgery may be recommended for individuals who have previously undergone weight loss surgery but have not achieved the desired results or have experienced complications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gastric Banding always performed laparoscopically?▼
Does the Gastric Band limit physical activity?▼
How is the Band adjusted?▼
Results
Our goal is to guide patients in achieving substantial weight loss, typically ranging from 60% to 100% of their excess weight, which is above a BMI of 25.
We set a minimum goal of 60% excess weight loss because it often significantly improves weight-related comorbidities.
Sleeve Gastrectomy: Most patients reach their goal weight within 12 months.
Gastric Bypass: Most patients reach their goal weight within 18 months.
Gastric Band: Most patients reach their goal weight within 24 months.
Generally, the pace of weight loss is relatively consistent in the initial months after bypass and sleeve surgeries, with patients typically losing around 1-2kg per week. Most individuals achieve their goal weight within 9-12 months.
Support Team
Dietitian
Psychologist
Aftercare
lifetime follow-up
Opening Hours
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9 am–5 pm
Tuesday: 9 am–5 pm
Wednesday: 9 am–5 pm
Thursday: 9 am–5 pm
Friday: 9 am–5 pm
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