Dr Arun
Centre for Weight Loss / Body Genesis Institute
About
Centre for Weight Loss (Body Genesis Institute) is a Melbourne-based clinic dedicated exclusively to obesity care, offering a world-class whole person approach to weight management through bariatric surgery and medical weight loss programs.
Procedures Offered
Also offered
Surgeons at This Clinic
Dr Arun Dhir
Associate Professor of Surgery (Melbourne University)
Dr Ben Keong
Dr Gary Foo
About the Surgeon
Dr. Arun Dhir
MS FRCS (Edinburgh UK) FRACS. Associate Professor of Surgery (Melbourne University). Specialist Upper Gastrointestinal, Bariatric and General Surgeon.
“Our vision is to empower our clients so they can achieve and maintain long-term health and wellness through a holistic approach, using scientifically proven tools.”
Training
MS FRCS (Edinburgh UK) FRACS, Associate Professor of Surgery (Melbourne University)
Achievements & Roles
Dr. Ben Keong
MBBS, FRACS. Upper GI and Bariatric and General Surgeon.
Training
MBBS, FRACS
Dr. Gary Foo
FRACS. Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon.
Training
FRACS
Procedure Information
Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)up to 85% of excess weight; about 25–35% of total body weight▼
The Roux-en-Y or Double Join Gastric Bypass Surgery is a gold standard operation. It helps patients achieve weight loss by decreasing the volume that the stomach can hold and diverting food away from the part of the bowel that absorbs fat. Your stomach will hold less food, you'll eat less and your body cannot absorb ALL of the calories that you consume.
Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy)70% of excess weight; about 25–30% of total body weight; around 60–70% of excess weight▼
The sleeve gastrectomy decreases hunger and meal size by reducing the size of the stomach. About two-thirds of the stomach is permanently removed, creating a small sleeve shaped stomach about the size of a banana. It removes most of the stomach, reducing hunger hormones and making you feel full with small meals.
Mini Gastric Bypass (OAGB)About 30–40% of total body weight▼
Restricts the amount of food that can be eaten and alters the gut hormones involved in appetite control. Creates a smaller stomach pouch and bypasses part of the intestine, reducing food intake and absorption.
Gastric/Lap Banding50 to 60% of excess weight▼
Restricts and controls portion size while having a profound effect on reducing hunger. The adjustable Gastric Banding Procedure uses a restrictive device and requires no cutting, stapling or removal of any part of the stomach. Instead, a band is placed around the stomach to limit the amount of food it can hold.
Revision Weight Loss Surgery▼
Revision surgery is available when a previous weight loss procedure such as Gastric Band or Gastric Sleeve operation failed to result in adequate weight loss for the patient.
Patient Testimonials
“James had a dream of joining the police force. Congratulations Officer James! James had a Bypass.”
“As a teacher, Fenella wanted to be a healthy role model for her students. Now they're the ones trying to keep up with her! Fenella had a Sleeve.”
“Chris was told to lose weight to prepare for a knee replacement. To everyone's surprise, Chris no longer needed a knee replacement after losing the weight! Chris had a Sleeve.”
“Always know as a 'big girl' Emanuella was losing her health. Working full-time and being a Mum, she decided it was 'Her' time. Her one regret? That she didn't do this sooner.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of weight loss surgery does Centre for Weight Loss offer?▼
Why choose Centre for Weight Loss over other Melbourne clinics?▼
What is the typical recovery time for weight loss surgery?▼
How can I consult a weight loss doctor at Centre for Weight Loss?▼
How much does weight loss surgery cost at Centre for Weight Loss?▼
What is the difference between gastric bypass and other weight loss surgeries in Melbourne?▼
How much does gastric bypass surgery cost in Melbourne?▼
Is gastric bypass surgery suitable for severe stomach obesity cases?▼
Results
Between 200 and 300 gastric bypass surgery are performed per year around Australia
Gastric Bypass: up to 85% of excess weight. Gastric Sleeve: around 60-70% of excess weight. Gastric Band: 50 to 60% of excess weight.
The majority of gastric surgery patients are able to achieve around an 85% loss of their excess body weight
Gastric bypass surgery has a relatively high complication rate of approximately 5%
Sleeve gastrectomy has a lower complication rate than gastric bypass surgery in most patients
Sleeve modification is only rarely required, in less than 2%
Pricing
From $5,000
At the Centre for Weight Loss Clinic the cost is around $5,000–$7,000 with insurance or approximately $17,000 without insurance. New consultation is $260 AUD (30-minute telehealth, eligible for medicare rebate with valid GP referral).
Payment plans available
Accepts uninsured patients
Support Team
Dietitian
Exercise Physiologist
Aftercare
2 years follow-up (included in fee)
Support groups available
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
Other Weight Loss Surgeons in VIC
Zeev Duieb
Greater Eastern Obesity Surgery
“Greater Eastern Obesity Surgery is a team of health care specialists led by Bariatric Surgeon Dr Zeev Duieb, committed to working with patients to help them achieve their health and lifestyle goals. Conveniently located across multiple sites in Melbourne, they provide services to patients from all over Victoria.”
Harry Frydenberg
Epworth Centre for Bariatric Surgery
Epworth Hospital Richmond, Epworth Eastern
“Established in 1998, the Epworth Centre for Bariatric Surgery contributed significantly to the development of weight loss surgery in Australia, providing safe, reliable and effective surgical management for obesity patients for over 20 years. They are also one of the most experienced groups offering revision surgeries.”
Chek Tog
Specialist Surgical Group
“Specialist Surgical Group is a Melbourne-based multi-disciplinary specialist medical centre offering weight loss, plastic, skin cancer, upper GI, endocrine, breast, hand, and general surgery across locations in Essendon and Bundoora.”
Michael Hii
Melbourne Weight Loss Solutions
St Vincent's Private Hospital, Epworth Freemasons
“Melbourne Weight Loss Solutions offers comprehensive bariatric surgical care with three experienced surgeons supported by a multidisciplinary team including dietitians, nurses, psychologists and physicians. Their difference is the inclusion of long-term follow-up appointments with surgeons, dietitians and nurses as part of surgical care.”