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Update:

I’ve had the surgery!

3rd Nov I was admitted to North West Private to undergo a gastric sleeve. My surgeon was Dr Phil Lockie from Everton Park.

I spent 2 nights in North West Private. The first night was absolute HELL!

The next morning I was up and about, pacing the corridors, trying to get strong enough to leave the hospital the next day. I have been complication free so far!. I’m 13 days post op today, and tomorrow on my 2 week sleeverversary I see the dietician to hopefully get put onto soft food!

I honestly can’t wait to get back into running again. I miss it! I miss the fresh air and the feeling of accomplishment!

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hi, i just wanted to know, regarding the VSG if you knew how much it cost approx. in aus?? thanks :)

Out of your own pocket, I don’t actually have a price. I’m using private health insurance. My gap fees include the consultation with my surgeon, my dietitian and psychologist. The gap fees come to $5,000.

At this stage I am paying $68.94 per fortnight for Comprehensive Cover with Medibank.

If you live in Australia you can ask for an early release of Superannuation through the DHS to cover your procedure. I have heard sometimes the cost of the sleeve comes to around $20,000. I can’t say for sure though. It really depends on your situation.

To know how much it is to pay out of your own pocket depends on the hospital you go to, your surgeon and your anesthetist. To get a more accurate price, call a bariatric surgeon’s practice and ask :-)

I’m having my surgery through Dr Lockie in Everton Park QLD. Hope this helps!