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See your GP for a referral

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Call (08) 63330370 to arrange an appointment

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Complete our questionnaire, download the form for blood tests and complete

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See surgeon Mr Matt Henderson for first appointment (30minutes)

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Gastroscopy

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Dietitian appointment

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Second surgeon appointment with Mr Matt Henderson

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Review Gastroscopy + Blood results

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Consent for Surgery

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Admission to St John of God Murdoch or Subiaco Hospital

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Your Weight Loss Surgery Big Day!!

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Admission to St John of God Murdoch or Subiaco Hospital

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First appointment with Dietitian 7-14 days after surgery

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First appointment with Mr Matt Henderson 4-6 weeks after surgery

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Post-operative Care

What to Expect in the First 12
Months After Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery is the beginning of a life-changing journey — not just for your health, but for your confidence and wellbeing. Understanding what to expect after surgery can help you feel prepared, supported, and empowered every step of the way.

Below, we’ve broken down what you can expect in key stages of your first year after surgery, including recovery milestones, dietary changes, and health recommendations.

Week 1: Rest, Recovery, and Hydration

The first week after surgery focuses on rest and gentle recovery. You’ll still be in the early stages of healing, so it’s important to follow your surgeon’s guidance carefully.

What to expect:

  1. You’ll likely spend 1–3 days in hospital for monitoring and pain management.
  2. Swelling, mild discomfort, and fatigue are normal as your body heals.
  3. You’ll begin on a clear liquid diet to help your stomach adjust.
  4. Staying hydrated is essential. Aim for small, frequent sips of water throughout the day.

Top tip: Focus on rest, hydration, and movement as recommended by your care team (such as gentle walking). Avoid lifting or strenuous activity.

Month 1: Transitioning to Soft Foods and Building New Habits

By the end of your first month, your recovery will be well underway. You’ll gradually transition from liquids to pureed and then soft foods as your stomach continues to heal.

What to expect:

  1. Improved energy levels and reduced pain or discomfort.
  2. A carefully structured diet plan provided by your dietitian, introducing more texture and protein-rich foods.
  3. A focus on mindful eating: small bites, slow chewing, and avoiding overeating.
  4. Continued vitamin and mineral supplementation as prescribed.

Top tip: This stage is about consistency. Building healthy eating habits now sets you up for long-term success.

Months 2–6: Weight Loss and Lifestyle Adjustment

During this period, most patients experience the most significant weight loss and noticeable changes in their energy, confidence, and mobility.

What to expect:

  1. A steady decrease in weight as your body adjusts to its new metabolism.
  2. Introduction of a wider range of solid foods, focusing on high-protein and nutrient-dense meals.
  3. Increased ability to exercise: many patients begin low-impact workouts or structured fitness programs.
  4. Regular follow-up appointments with your surgeon and dietitian to monitor progress and nutrient levels.

Top tip: Keep tracking your meals, hydration, and activity. This helps maintain accountability and identify what’s working best for your body.

Months 6–12: Long-Term Maintenance and New Goals

By this stage, your new lifestyle becomes second nature. Many patients have achieved significant weight loss and begin focusing on maintaining their results and overall well-being.

What to expect:

  1. Slower, more stable weight loss as your body adapts to its new normal.
  2. Ongoing focus on portion control, protein intake, and hydration.
  3. Enhanced fitness levels and participation in more varied forms of exercise.
  4. Continued medical and nutritional check-ins to ensure long-term health.

Top tip: Celebrate your progress, both physical and emotional. Your bariatric journey isn’t just about weight loss; it’s about building a sustainable, healthy lifestyle.

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Post-operative Care

The package includes follow-up for 12 months after surgery. This includes 7 post-operative dietitian appointments and 2 surgeon appointments.

Week 1 :

  • Focus on the liquid diet phase, hydration, and meeting protein needs.
  • Education on safe food intake, sip sizes, and avoiding complications.

Month 1 :

  • Focus on the liquid diet phase, hydration, and meeting protein needs.
  • Education on safe food intake, sip sizes, and avoiding complications.

Month 3-6 :

  • Focus on the liquid diet phase, hydration, and meeting protein needs.
  • Education on safe food intake, sip sizes, and avoiding complications.

Month 12 :

  • Focus on the liquid diet phase, hydration, and meeting protein needs.
  • Education on safe food intake, sip sizes, and avoiding complications.

Psychology Input

Psychological input after weight loss surgery is of paramount importance for long-term success.

Weight loss surgery can bring about significant physical changes, but it also triggers profound psychological and emotional adjustments. Many individuals may experience shifts in body image, self-esteem, and relationships with food following surgery.

Additionally, some patients may encounter challenges such as disordered eating patterns, anxiety, or depression during their weight loss journey.

Adapting to a New Relationship with Food

After bariatric surgery, some patients experience a sense of loss around comfort eating or struggle with old habits resurfacing. Support from a psychologist helps you understand these patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and build a positive relationship with nutrition.

Managing Emotional Changes

It’s normal to feel mixed emotions after a significant body transformation. Psychological support provides a safe space to process these feelings and develop self-compassion through the journey.

Building Confidence and Body Image

As your body changes, it can take time for your self-image to catch up. Many patients experience a disconnect between how they feel internally and how they appear externally. Counselling can help bridge this gap, promoting a healthier body image and renewed confidence.

Supporting Long-Term Behaviour Change

Sustaining weight loss and healthy habits long-term requires more than just willpower alone. Ongoing psychological support reinforces motivation, accountability, and resilience, especially through life’s inevitable challenges.

Strengthening Relationships and Social Wellbeing

Weight loss can sometimes change dynamics with family, friends, or partners. Guidance from a psychologist can help you navigate these shifts, communicate effectively, and maintain strong support networks.

Psychological support plays a crucial role in helping individuals
navigate these changes, providing coping strategies, and promoting
long-term success.

Therapeutic interventions, such as counselling or support groups, can
help patients address underlying emotional issues, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and maintain positive behaviour changes necessary for sustained weight loss.



Ultimately, integrating psychological input into post-operative
care not only enhances mental well-being but also optimises the overall success and long-term outcomes of weight loss surgery.

We work with a patient’s own psychologist if they have one. Should
a patient not have a psychologist, we work closely with Clear Health Psychology. For country patients, we recommend someone.health an Australian-based telehealth psychology service.

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Psychology Input

Psychological input after weight loss surgery is of paramount importance for several reasons.

Firstly, weight loss surgery can bring about significant physical changes, but it also triggers profound psychological and emotional adjustments. Many individuals may experience shifts in body image, self-esteem, and relationships with food following surgery. Additionally, some patients may encounter challenges such as disordered eating patterns, anxiety, or depression during their weight loss journey.

Psychological support plays a crucial role in helping individuals navigate these changes, providing coping strategies, and promoting long-term success.

Therapeutic interventions, such as counselling or support groups, can help patients address underlying emotional issues, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and maintain positive behaviour changes necessary for sustained weight loss.

Ultimately, integrating psychological input into post-operative care not only enhances mental well-being but also optimises the overall success and long-term outcomes of weight loss surgery.

We work with a patient’s own psychologist if they have one. Should a patient not have a psychologist, we work closely with Clear Health Psychology. For country patients, we recommend someone.health an Australian-based telehealth psychology service.

Stages of Treatment:

  • See your GP for a referral
  • Call (08) 6333 0370 to arrange an appointment
  • Complete our questionnaire, download the form for blood tests and complete
  • See one of our surgeons, Mr. Matt Henderson or Mr. Laurence Webber (30 minutes)
  • Gastroscopy
  • Dietitian appointment
  • Review by a New Me Surgeon to discuss the results and consent for surgery
  • Weight loss operation
  • In-hospital review by New Me Surgeon until discharge
  • First appointment with Dietitian 7-14 days after surgery
  • First appointment with New Me Surgeon at 4-6 weeks

Post-operative Care

The package includes follow-up for 12 months
after surgery. This includes 7 post-operative
dietitian appointments and 2 surgeon
appointments.

Psychology Input

Psychological input after weight loss surgery is of paramount importance for several reasons. Firstly, weight loss surgery can bring about significant physical changes, but it also triggers profound psychological and emotional adjustments. Many individuals may experience shifts in body image, self-esteem, and relationships with food following surgery. Additionally, some patients may encounter challenges such as disordered eating patterns, anxiety, or depression during their weight loss journey. Psychological support plays a crucial role in helping individuals navigate these changes, providing coping strategies, and promoting long-term success. Therapeutic interventions, such as counselling or support groups, can help patients address underlying emotional issues, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and maintain positive behaviour changes necessary for sustained weight loss. Ultimately, integrating psychological input into post-operative care not only enhances mental well-being but also optimises the overall success and long-term outcomes of weight loss surgery.

We work with a patient’s own psychologist if they have one. Should a patient not have a psychologist, we work closely with Clear Health Psychology. For country patients, we recommend someone.health an Australian-based telehealth psychology service.

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