The exercise physiologist role is another key part of our multidisciplinary approach to obesity surgery. Exercise for bariatric patients is very different to general training exercises. Our team will show you the correct techniques at our purpose built gym inside our Perth clinic. Video Transcription My role here is an exercise physiologist. And patients come […]

The dietitian role is an important part of our multidisciplinary approach to weight loss surgery. Here one of our dietitians, Russell Phillips, talks about how preparing your diet both pre and post surgery is vital to the success of maintaining your weight loss. Video Transcription At Mercy Bariatrics, I work as a dietitian. I see […]

Options for patients without private health insurance. Dr Leon Cohen talks about the current situation regards getting weight loss surgery as a public patient in Perth WA. For enquiries or to make an appointment, please contact Mercy Bariatrics. You may also be interested in costs & finance options. Video Transcription What if a patient doesn’t […]

It can be difficult to drink adequate fluid following bariatric  surgery. It is usual for there to be some discomfort initially when consuming fluids, as there will be a degree of swelling following surgery. It is important to be adequately hydrated each day so that you recover quickly from your surgery and you maintain your […]

Bariatric surgery for weight loss can be a life changing operation for those suffering obesity. Dr Leon Cohen talks about some of the memorable moments that make working as a bariatric surgeon so incredible. If you are considering surgery for weight loss, please take 5 minutes to hear some stories about people who have undergone […]

We recognised early on that full support enables the best possible outcomes Our approach to weight loss surgery is to provide a multidisciplinary unit for the assessment, provision and follow up of all patients. Learn more about this and the process involved, should you wish to proceed with surgery. Video Transcription Doctor, you have a […]

What you need to know when considering bariatric surgery. Dr Leon Cohen explains the risks, benefits and results you can expect based on 15 years of keeping detailed records. It’s not just about losing weight, it’s about restoring overall health and quality of life. Video Transcription But what about the risks? A lot of people […]

Types of bariatric surgery is our 2nd video in a series that looks at all aspects of weight loss surgery. In this video, Dr Leon Cohen talks about the different types of bariatric surgery, how a sleeve gastrectomy works and if a patient doesn’t have private health insurance. Video Transcription So what are the different […]

This is our 1st video in a series covering all aspects of bariatric surgery for weight loss. In this introduction to bariatric surgery video, Dr Leon Cohen explains what it is, who’s a candidate and why the gastric sleeve is such an effective option for many people suffering obesity. Video Transcription We talk today with […]

Fibre is an essential component of a well balanced diet. Fibre, together with adequate fluid, keeps bowels healthy and reduces the risk of constipation, diverticular disease, inflammatory bowel disease and bowel cancer. Broadly speaking, there are two types of fibre; soluble and insoluble. Soluble fibre (hemi-cellulose and pectin) is found in the flesh of fruits, […]