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Dr Garth McLeod

Dr Garth McLeod Weight Loss Surgery

Tewantin, QLD
FRACSANZMOSS MemberBScBHBMBChBFRACS

About

Dr Garth McLeod is a general and bariatric surgeon on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, offering comprehensive weight loss surgery with long-term multidisciplinary follow-up care from his Tewantin clinic and satellite consulting locations.

Procedures Offered

Gastric Sleeve
Gastric Bypass (RYGB)
Mini Gastric Bypass
Lap-Band Removal
Gastric Balloon
Revisional Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Noosa Private Hospital

Noosaville, QLD - private

Buderim Private Hospital

Buderim, QLD - private

Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital

QLD - private

About the Surgeon

Dr Garth McLeod

Dr Garth McLeod BSc, BHB, MBChB, FRACS is a General and Bariatric (Weight Loss) Surgeon who lives and operates on the Sunshine Coast. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in general surgery, with subspecialty training in obesity and metabolic surgery. Dr McLeod is a current member of ANZMOSS, the subspecialty surgical society for weight loss surgeons....

As a surgeon and specialist in obesity and metabolic disease, Dr McLeod's approach is very much centred around the whole patient. He believes that successful weight loss surgery requires a lifelong dedication to health and wellbeing. Good outcomes are enhanced by a commitment to lifestyle changes and supported by consistent follow-up. This is why he offers a comprehensive multi-disciplinary team. He is focused on helping to cement the lifestyle changes patients require to have every chance of long term success. To capitalise on the early additional metabolic effects of surgery, and utilise them to build life-long positive habits.

Training

Graduated from Auckland University School of Medicine in 1998. Over ten years working in Surgery and Emergency Medicine. Advanced surgical training completed in 2014. Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in General Surgery. 12-month Fellowship in Bariatrics with Dr George Hopkins in Brisbane at Holy Spirit Northside and Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospitals.

Achievements & Roles

Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS)Current member of ANZMOSS (subspecialty surgical society for weight loss surgeons)Completed bariatric fellowship involving more than 500 bariatric procedures annually

Dr Melanie Farr

Dr Melanie Farr is a General Practitioner with a subspecialist interest in obesity. (BHB, MBChB(Auckland), FRNZCGP, FRACGP, PG Dip MSM, SCOPE Certified). She is dedicated to helping people lose weight, feel better and take charge of their health....

I offer support which is tailored to you as an individual, for your unique body, lifestyle, and mindset.

Training

BHB, MBChB(Auckland), FRNZCGP, FRACGP, PG Dip MSM, SCOPE Certified

Achievements & Roles

SCOPE Certified (Strategic Centre for Obesity Professional Education)

Procedure Information

Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy)

One of the weight loss surgery procedures offered by Dr McLeod. Part of the range of surgical options available to patients based on their individual needs.

Mini Gastric Bypass

One of the weight loss surgery procedures offered by Dr McLeod as part of his broad range of surgical weight loss options.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

One of the weight loss surgery procedures offered by Dr McLeod as part of his broad range of surgical weight loss options.

Revisional Surgery

Surgery offered for patients who require revision of a previous bariatric procedure.

Gastric Band Explantation (Removal)

Surgical removal of a previously placed gastric band.

Intragastric Balloon

A non-surgical weight loss procedure offered as part of Dr McLeod's range of options.

Patient Testimonials

For me, this surgery has unlocked a whole new world and I can't wait to see what's around each corner!

ShannonLost 90 kgs

This surgery has given me the ability to finally be who I was always meant to be, my true self.

Brenda

It's important to feel that you're not just a number and that you've got people who want to see you succeed.

Sarah-Jane

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see Dr McLeod?
You will need a referral to see Dr McLeod. It is best to get this from your regular GP. As part of your care team, your GP will get ongoing correspondence from Dr McLeod. You can book an appointment with him at any of our clinics: Tewantin / Noosa, Maroochydore, Gympie.
What happens during an initial consultation?
At your initial consultation, Dr McLeod will discuss in detail the procedures he offers to address obesity. This will include information about the benefits of surgery, the alternatives to surgery, and of course the risks of surgery. This gives you the means to make a decision about proceeding with weight loss surgery, or not, as the case may be. We encourage you to bring a partner, friend, or support person if you wish. Ask your surgeon questions. Be clear about what path you wish to take....
What's the process if I decide to go ahead?
Once you decide surgery is for you then there is a comprehensive work up to follow. This includes a nutritional screen, a barium swallow, and sometimes a gastroscopy (a camera into the stomach). It also includes consultations with the dietitian, psychologist and exercise physiologist. He may also refer you to a cardiologist for an ECHO (heart ultrasound) if you are over 60 or have a history of heart disease. If you have diabetes or thyroid problems, you may also need to see our endocrinologist....

Support Team

Dietitian

Psychologist

Exercise Physiologist

Bariatric Physician / GP

Endocrinologist

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