Gastric Sleeve
The most common weight loss procedure in Australia. About 80% of the stomach is removed laparoscopically to reduce appetite and improve metabolic health.
Learn moreGreenslopes Private Hospital · Brisbane
Life-changing
weight loss surgery
Two decades of excellence in bariatric, metabolic and upper gastrointestinal surgery — supporting Brisbane patients with safe, evidence-based care and lifelong follow-up.
- 20+
- Years' experience
- 8,500+
- Procedures
- FRACS
- Fellowship
MBBS
FRACS · ANZMOSS
Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
Weight Loss Pathways
Surgical and non-surgical options, tailored to you.
Gastric Bypass
Roux-en-Y bypass — ideal for patients with severe reflux, type 2 diabetes or higher BMI. Combines restriction with powerful metabolic effect.
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Specialist correction following previous bariatric surgery — including band removal, sleeve-to-bypass and conversions for reflux or weight regain.
Learn moreAnti-Obesity Medications
Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Saxenda and Trulicity — prescribed and monitored by Dr Hatzifotis for patients seeking non-surgical weight loss support.
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About the Surgeon
Two decades of excellence in Brisbane bariatric surgery.
Dr Michael Hatzifotis is one of the most experienced and highly regarded General, Bariatric and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons in Brisbane, with more than 8,500 procedures performed over the past 20 years.
He is well regarded for extremely low complication rates — among the lowest in the world — and a warm, empathetic bedside manner that continues long after surgery.
- Fellow, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
- Member, ANZ Metabolic & Obesity Surgery Society
- Laparoscopic gastric sleeve, bypass & revision
- Bulk-billed after-care for life
The Patient Journey
A guided pathway — from first consultation to lifelong aftercare.
- 01
Referral & Consultation
A detailed consultation to review your history, goals and the most suitable surgical or non-surgical pathway.
- 02
Multidisciplinary Workup
Pre-operative review with our dietitians, psychologist and GP to prepare you for surgery.
- 03
Laparoscopic Surgery
Keyhole surgery at Greenslopes Private Hospital — most patients are home within 1–2 nights.
- 04
Bulk-Billed Aftercare
All after-care appointments with Dr Hatzifotis are bulk-billed — for life.
Our Specialist Team
A holistic, multi-disciplinary weight loss management program.
Dr Tarn Montagu
General Practitioner
Vanessa Jenkin
Dietitian & Nutritionist
Kathy Benn
Dietitian & Nutritionist
Leslie Hartley
Psychologist
Come Visit Us Today
Conveniently located at Greenslopes Private Hospital
Dr Hatzifotis and his multi-disciplinary team consult from a modern clinic in the Nicholson Street Specialist Centre.