Michael Crawford
Dr Michael Crawford
About
Dr Michael Crawford is an experienced laparoscopic and bariatric surgeon in Sydney, specialising in gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, and revision surgery. Since 2005, he has helped thousands of patients achieve healthy, sustainable weight loss through ethical, evidence-based care.
Procedures Offered
Also offered
Hospital Affiliations
Mater Clinic
Wollstonecraft, NSW - private
About the Surgeon
Dr Michael Crawford
I have extensive experience helping patients lose weight through keyhole surgery since 2005. I offer ethical, patient focused, compassionate care and will discuss the best surgical option for you. Obesity surgery works through eating less mainly because it leads to a sustained decrease in appetite....
“I offer ethical, patient focused, compassionate care and will discuss the best surgical option for you. I keep my skills tuned, and maintain a long-term healthy commitment to the 'doctor patient relationship' that I develop with my patients.”
Achievements & Roles
Procedure Information
Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy)▼
The most commonly performed bariatric surgery. Sleeve Gastrectomy leads to weight loss through a decreased appetite and reduction of stomach size. Surgery is performed with keyhole techniques (laparoscopic) under a general anaesthetic. The stomach is divided with staplers, creating a narrow tube. The larger part of the stomach is removed. The capacity of the stomach is reduced from about 1.5 litres to approximately 300mls.
Mini Gastric Bypass▼
Also known as One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass.
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass▼
Most 'tried and true' bariatric operation.
Revision Surgery▼
For patients who have had bariatric surgery in the past and require further surgery. Common indications include severe acid reflux following a prior restrictive procedure, failure to lose sufficient weight or weight re-gain, and other complications such as slippage, leakage or erosion of a gastric band, and 'mega-oesophagus' associated with a gastric band.
SASI-S▼
A newer procedure as an alternative to gastric bypass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vomiting after surgery▼
Vitamins after surgery▼
Pregnancy after surgery▼
Medication after surgery▼
Appointments after surgery▼
Results
thousands of patients since 2005
Satisfaction levels are very high.
Pricing
From $3,700
You will receive a quote for all of your anticipated out of pocket expenses, typically $3700 for insured patients. Total out of pocket expenses of around $6000 for insured revision surgery patients.
Support Team
Dietitian
Opening Hours
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Thursday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Friday: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
Other Weight Loss Surgeons in NSW
Mark Boccola
Circle of Care
Lakeview Private Hospital
“Circle of Care specialises in safe, effective bariatric surgery with personalised support at every step, led by experienced surgeons and a dedicated allied health team to help patients achieve long-term weight loss and better health.”
Shirhan Ho
Dr Shirhan Ho - Bowral General Surgeon
“Dr Shirhan Ho is a specialist general, laparoscopic, endoscopic and bariatric surgeon who has been providing surgical services to the Southern Highlands and surrounding districts since 2001.”
Ertugrul Durmush
Life Weight Loss Centre
Westmead Private Hospital
“The Life Weight Loss Centre is a pioneer in weight loss surgery in Sydney, offering a comprehensive surgical and behavioural health program led by Dr Durmush, with a world-class team that has successfully performed over 9,000 laparoscopic operations across four Sydney locations.”
Bernard Beldholm
Body Contouring Surgery Clinic
Maitland Private Hospital
“Body Contouring Surgery Clinic (BCSC) in Newcastle & Hunter Valley offers weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery) and body contouring surgery for patients who have achieved significant weight loss or experienced body changes post-pregnancy, including VASER liposuction.”