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Manjunath Siddaiah-Subramanya

Healthy Weight Australia

Rouse Hill, NSW4.2 (18 reviews)

About

Healthy Weight Australia is a medical weight loss clinic offering both surgical and non-surgical weight loss programs across Australia, with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, physicians, and allied health professionals providing comprehensive, physician-driven care.

Procedures Offered

Gastric Sleeve
Gastric Bypass (RYGB)
Gastric Balloon
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty
Revisional Surgery

Also offered

Allurion BalloonOrbera BalloonCompleteCare Program

Surgeons at This Clinic

Dr Manjunath Siddaiah-Subramanya

Surgeon

Dr Christos Apostolou

Surgeon

Dr Carla Gillespie

Surgeon

Our Surgeons

Elizabeth Hristov

Elizabeth is an accomplished Nurse Practitioner specialising in gastroenterology and endoscopy procedures.

  • She believes in establishing strong therapeutic relationships with her patients, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and empowered in their healthcare journey. By taking the time to understand their unique circumstances, she tailors treatment plans that align with their goals and preferences.
  • Completed further education with SCOPE (Strategic Centre for Obesity Professional Education), and Australian College of Nutrition and Environmental Medicine. Over 25 years of experience in healthcare.

Rachael Walden

Rachael is a registered Psychologist with extensive training and experience in helping people to achieve clarity, empowerment and control.

  • She believes in establishing a safe, soothing environment in which patients are completely free to express their concerns without fear of judgement. The key to living the life you want is balance.

Andrea Tyler

Andrea Tyler has been practicing as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist since 2011 and a Credentialed Diabetes Educator since 2017.

  • Andrea's biggest strength is working with each person to overcome previous barriers to exercise, finding a solution to achieve set goals and developing a plan that is enjoyable and able to be maintained.
  • Graduated from Australian Catholic University with a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology and the University of Technology Sydney with a Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education and Management. Accredited Exercise Physiologist since 2011 and Credentialed Diabetes Educator since 2017.
  • Sessional lecturer at Australian Catholic University, educating students enrolled in the Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology

Timmy Chu

Timmy Chu has been an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) since 2008 after graduating from the University of Sydney with Honours.

  • Finding the right balance between weight loss and eating to fuel the body can be tricky, so the dietitian visits are designed to help create the right strategies which will fit into your lifestyle and enable you to eat well, feel well and be healthy!
  • Graduated from the University of Sydney with Honours. Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) since 2008.

Procedure Information

Laparoscopic Sleeve
60-70% of excess weight within 12-18 months

One of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures worldwide.

Endoscopic Sleeve
15-20% of total body weight at the end of the program

Popular as a less invasive alternative to surgery.

Gastric Bypass
70-80% of excess weight within 12-18 months

One of the most performed weight loss procedures in Australia.

Gastric Balloon
10-15% of excess weight

Non-surgical with short recovery times.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do medical weight loss clinics work?
Medical weight loss clinics work with the help of a healthcare professional, usually a doctor who uses their knowledge and medical experience to guide patients in achieving their long-term weight loss and health goals safely and effectively. The medical professional develops personalised health plans tailored to your individual circumstances, incorporating factors such as weight, diet, training, lifestyle, and medical history. This customised plan will contain helpful information such as...
What type of doctor should I see for weight loss?
The type of doctors you should see for weight loss are licenced and experienced healthcare professionals that specialise in the area of medical weight loss such as Bariatricians (Bariatric Physicians, Bariatric Healthcare Providers, Bariatric Surgeons), Endocrinologists, obesity medicine specialists who specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions related to metabolism and hormones, and allied health practitioners such as Nutritionists, Dietitians and Exercise Physiologists. These...
What is the best medical way to lose weight?
The best medical way to lose weight involves a combination of lifestyle modifications, behavioural therapy, and possibly medications or surgery. Lifestyle changes include adopting a balanced, calorie-controlled diet and incorporating regular exercise. Behavioral therapy can help address emotional eating and develop healthy habits, while prescription medications may assist those who struggle with diet and exercise alone. For individuals with severe obesity or those who haven't succeeded with...
What is the most effective weight loss treatment?
The best medical way to lose weight involves a combination of lifestyle modifications, behavioral therapy, and possibly medications or surgery. Lifestyle changes include adopting a balanced, calorie-controlled diet and incorporating regular exercise. Behavioral therapy can help address emotional eating and develop healthy habits, while prescription medications may assist those who struggle with diet and exercise alone. Non-surgical procedures such as the Allurion or Orbera Gastric balloon and...
How to lose 5kg in a month?
There are many ways that people might suggest you can lose 5kg in a month including through lifestyle and diet adjustments, such as incorporating cardio, reducing refined carbs, calorie tracking, and increasing fruit and vegetable intake. However, often fad diets or quick and easy weight loss regimens can be hard to maintain. The best way to lose weight is to do it slowly and opt for a steady, gradual weight loss approach by making small, achievable healthy lifestyle changes and healthy eating...

Support Team

Dietitian

Psychologist

Exercise Physiologist

Bariatric Physician / GP

Endocrinologist

Nurse Specialist

Opening Hours

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30 am–5 pm

Tuesday: 8:30 am–5 pm

Wednesday: 8:30 am–5 pm

Thursday: 8:30 am–5 pm

Friday: 8:30 am–5 pm

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