Comprehensive bariatric surgery services for Ringwood and eastern Melbourne. Calvary Private Hospital Box Hill (17 min) with 3 FRACS surgeons and proven track record. Population: 20,115 • Median Age: 42 years • $1,793/week income.
Calvary Private Hospital Box Hill (17 min) offers Catholic healthcare values with comprehensive bariatric surgery program.
→ 13 km from Ringwood
Higher median income ($1,793/week = $93k annually) supports comprehensive private health coverage.
→ Median age: 42 years
Dr Paul Burton (33 years), Dr Albert Isaacs (25+ years), Dr Cheryl Khoo—all highly experienced in bariatric surgery.
→ Combined 75+ years experience
Comprehensive bariatric surgery center serving Ringwood and eastern Melbourne with Catholic healthcare values.
Phone
Call for details
Distance from Ringwood
~13 km (17-20 minute drive via Maroondah Highway)
Healthcare Network
Part of Calvary Health Care network delivering compassionate care across Australia
✝ Catholic Healthcare Values
Patient-centered care with dignity, compassion, and ethical excellence at the core of all services.
Experience: 33 years in general and bariatric surgery
FRACS: Fellow Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
Specialization: General surgery, laparoscopic bariatric surgery
Procedures: Gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, revisional surgery
Experience: 25+ years bariatric surgery
FRACS: Fellow Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
Specialization: Weight loss surgery, minimally invasive techniques
FRACS: Fellow Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
Specialization: Bariatric surgery, upper GI surgery
Approach: Evidence-based, patient-focused care
✓ Combined expertise: 75+ years
Ringwood pharmacies for bariatric vitamins, protein supplements, and post-surgical supplies.
Address: Eastland Shopping Centre, Ringwood VIC 3134
Phone: Call for details
Hours: Open until 9pm weekdays
Website: chemistwarehouse.com.au
✓ Best for: Extended hours and competitive pricing
Address: Eastland Shopping Centre, 171-175 Maroondah Hwy
Phone: Call for details
Hours: Mon-Wed 9am-5:30pm, Thu-Fri 9am-9pm, Sat 9am-5pm
Website: priceline.com.au
✓ Best for: Shopping center convenience
Address: 73 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood VIC 3134
Phone: Call for details
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Website: pharmacydirect.com.au
✓ Best for: Highest rating, personalized service
Essential Vitamins (Start Week 1):
Protein & Additional Supplements:
APD-certified dietitians in Ringwood for expert bariatric nutrition guidance.
Dietitian: Stephanie Guan, APD
Address: Shop 75, Eastland Shopping Centre, Ringwood VIC 3134
Phone: Call for details
Accreditation: Accredited Practising Dietitian
Specializes in weight management, digestive health, and chronic disease nutrition support.
Address: 31 New Street, Ringwood VIC 3134
Phone: Call for details
Services: Multidisciplinary health center with dietetic services
Contact to confirm APD-certified dietitians and bariatric surgery support availability.
ESSA-accredited exercise physiologists for post-surgical rehabilitation and long-term fitness success.
Lead EP: Stephanie Bett, ESSAM AEP AES
Address: Level 3, Suite 15, 66 Civic Drive, Ringwood VIC 3134
Phone: Call for details
ESSA Accreditation: ESSAM (Exercise & Sports Science Australia Member), AEP (Accredited Exercise Physiologist)
Services: Clinical exercise programs, chronic disease management, obesity management, post-surgical rehab
Address: 31 New Street, Ringwood VIC 3134
Phone: Call for details
Services: Comprehensive physiotherapy and exercise physiology
Multidisciplinary health center. Contact to confirm ESSA-accredited exercise physiologists and post-bariatric surgery programs.
Timeline & Goals:
Why Exercise Physiologists Matter:
Understanding health needs in Ringwood's established eastern Melbourne community (Maroondah).
20,115
Population (2021)
Stable community
42
Median Age (years)
Mature families
$1,793
Median Weekly Income
$93,236 annually
27%
Victoria Obesity Rate
Estimated for Maroondah
Calvary Private Hospital Box Hill is approximately 13 km from Ringwood (17-20 minute drive via Maroondah Highway). The short distance makes it very convenient for pre-op appointments, surgery day, and regular post-operative follow-ups.
Most Ringwood residents find this extremely manageable. Family can easily visit during recovery, and you won't face long travel times when feeling unwell or for early-morning appointments.
All three surgeons are highly qualified. Dr Paul Burton has 33 years experience, Dr Albert Isaacs brings 25+ years, and Dr Cheryl Khoo is FRACS-certified. Your GP referral will help match you based on availability, procedure type, and your specific medical needs.
Book consultations with 2-3 surgeons to find the best fit. Ask about their experience with your BMI range, any previous surgeries you've had, and their complication rates. All are experts in gastric sleeve, bypass, and revisional procedures.
Three excellent options: Chemist Warehouse Eastland (Call for details, 4.3★, open until 9pm), Priceline Eastland (Call for details, 4.0★), and Pharmacy Direct (Call for details, 4.4★, highest rated).
You'll need chewable bariatric multivitamins, calcium citrate (not carbonate), vitamin B12 sublingual, and protein powder. Pharmacy Direct has the best reviews for personalized service and supplement advice.
Yes! An APD dietitian is essential for success. Ringwood Nutrition (Stephanie Guan, Call for details, Eastland SC) specializes in weight management. Pinnacle Health Group (Call for details) also offers dietetic services.
Dietitians guide you through pre-op prep, liquid/pureed/soft food phases, and lifelong nutrition. Medicare and private health may cover visits under Chronic Disease Management plans. Your surgeon will provide referrals.
Absolutely! Stephanie Bett (ESSAM AEP, Call for details, Level 3 Suite 15, 66 Civic Dr) is highly qualified in post-surgical rehabilitation and obesity management with clinical exercise programs.
Start from Week 6-8 post-surgery. She'll create personalized programs to preserve muscle mass, improve metabolism, and establish lifelong fitness habits. Patients who exercise maintain 90%+ of their weight loss long-term vs. 50-60% for non-exercisers.
At 42, you have 30-40+ years to benefit from improved health, prevented diseases, and better mobility. Higher income ($93k) at this age typically means comprehensive private health coverage, making surgery more affordable ($5-8k out-of-pocket vs. $15-25k self-funded).
Ringwood's established community values long-term health investment. Surgery at 42 prevents decades of diabetes medications, sleep apnea machines, joint replacements, and progressive health decline—much better than waiting until complications become irreversible.
Calvary Private Hospital Box Hill (17 min) with 3 FRACS surgeons (75+ years combined experience) and comprehensive local support.
All surgeons are FRACS-accredited with extensive bariatric experience
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