Bariatric surgery at Warringal Private Hospital - IN Heidelberg (<1km)! 30+ years experience, Dr Kiron Bhatia FRACS 2007 (20+ years). Population: 7,360 • Median Age: 39 years • $2,012/week income ($105k annually).
Warringal Private Hospital is <1km from central Heidelberg (2-4 min drive, 10 min walk) - rare convenience!
→ 0km distance advantage
Warringal Private: one of Australia's longest-established bariatric programs with proven outcomes.
→ Established excellence
18.2% population growth (6,225→7,360), median age 39, higher income ($2,012/week) supports private health coverage.
→ $104,624 annual income
Australia's longest-established bariatric program (30+ years) - right in Heidelberg!
Phone
Call for details
Distance from Central Heidelberg
Less than 1 km (2-4 minute drive or 10-minute walk)
Google Rating
3.7★ (373+ reviews)
🏥 30+ Years Experience
One of Australia's longest-established bariatric programs with multidisciplinary support.
FRACS: 2007 (18 years qualified)
Experience: 20+ years bariatric surgery (since 2010)
Fellowship: Australia and Japan (2011)
Specialization: Minimally invasive, laparoscopic, robotic bariatric surgery
Also consults: Heidelberg Weight Loss Surgery
Experience: 10+ years bariatric surgery
Specialization: Bariatric and general surgery
Also works: Northern Private, Victorian Day Procedure Centre
Experience: 20+ years
Position: Head, Upper GI & Weight Loss Surgery (Austin Health)
Practice: Public and private, consults at Warringal
✓ All FRACS-Certified
Local pharmacies on Burgundy Street for bariatric vitamins and supplements.
Address: 126-128 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg VIC 3084
Phone: Call for details
Hours: Monday 8am–9pm
Website: chemistwarehouse.com.au
✓ Best for: Extended hours and competitive pricing
Address: 555 Waterdale Road, Heidelberg West VIC 3081
Phone: Call for details
Hours: Monday 9am–6pm
Website: terrywhitechemmart.com.au
✓ Best for: Professional service and advice
Daily Vitamins:
Protein & Additional:
APD-certified dietitians for comprehensive bariatric nutrition guidance.
Dietitians: Denise Burbidge, Nicole Rodda, Kellie Nguyen (all APD)
Locations: Heidelberg Heights, Essendon
Operating since: 2012
Website: thefoodclinic.com.au
Evidence-based nutrition for weight management, remote/telehealth services available
Dietitian: Noela Kluchkovsky, APD
Address: 66 Darebin Street, Heidelberg VIC 3084
Phone: Call for details
Specialty: Bariatric surgery support (part of surgical team)
✓ Integrated Care: Works directly with Warringal surgeons
Post-surgical rehabilitation and fitness programming for long-term success.
Address: 5/101 Burgundy St, Heidelberg VIC 3084
Phone: Call for details
Website: physiolife.physio/heidelberg
Services: Post-surgical rehabilitation, sports injury management, tailored recovery plans
Facilities: State-of-the-art equipment for comprehensive rehabilitation
Location: Heidelberg, VIC
Website: kieser.com.au/locations/heidelberg
ESSA Accreditation: Yes - employs Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs)
Specialty: Pre/post surgery rehabilitation, strength & conditioning programs
✓ ESSA-Certified: Meet Exercise & Sports Science Australia standards
Recovery Phase:
Long-Term Success:
Understanding health needs in Heidelberg's growing northern Melbourne community (Banyule).
7,360
Population (2021)
18.2% growth since 2016
39
Median Age (years)
Younger than Banyule (40 yrs)
$2,012
Median Weekly Income
$104,624 annually
33%
Banyule Health Conditions
Long-term conditions (2023)
Warringal Private Hospital is less than 1 km from central Heidelberg (216 Burgundy Street) - just 2-4 minutes by car or 10 minutes walking. This rare convenience means easy access for pre-op appointments, surgery day, and regular post-operative check-ups without long travel times.
Most suburbs need to travel 10-30km to reach bariatric hospitals. Heidelberg residents can walk to Warringal! This significantly improves attendance at follow-up appointments and reduces recovery stress.
Dr Kiron Bhatia earned his FRACS in 2007 and has 20+ years of bariatric surgery experience. He completed fellowship training in Australia and Japan (2011) and specializes in minimally invasive, laparoscopic, and robotic bariatric surgery at Warringal Private Hospital.
Dr Bhatia also consults at Heidelberg Weight Loss Surgery (66 Darebin St, Call for details). Patient reviews consistently praise his patient-centered approach and surgical expertise. Visit weightlosssurgerymelbourne.com.au for more information.
Two pharmacies on Burgundy Street: Chemist Warehouse (126-128 Burgundy St, Call for details, open 8am-9pm Monday) and TerryWhite Chemmart Heidelberg West (555 Waterdale Rd, Call for details, 9am-6pm Monday).
You'll need chewable bariatric multivitamins, calcium citrate 1200-1500mg, vitamin B12 sublingual 1000mcg, and protein powder. Both pharmacies stock bariatric supplies - call ahead to confirm availability.
Yes! APD dietitians are essential. The Food Clinic (Denise Burbidge, Nicole Rodda, Kellie Nguyen - all APDs) serves Heidelberg Heights with evidence-based nutrition support. Heidelberg Weight Loss Surgery (Noela Kluchkovsky, APD, Call for details) works directly with Warringal surgeons.
Dietitians guide pre-op preparation (2-week liquid diet), post-op diet phases (clear liquids → pureed → soft → regular foods), and lifelong nutrition habits. Medicare and private health may cover visits under Chronic Disease Management plans.
PhysioLife Heidelberg (5/101 Burgundy St, Call for details) offers post-surgical rehabilitation with state-of-the-art facilities. Kieser Heidelberg employs ESSA-accredited exercise physiologists (AEPs) specializing in pre/post surgery strength & conditioning programs.
Start structured exercise from Week 6-8 post-surgery. Exercise physiologists create personalized programs to preserve muscle mass during weight loss. Patients who exercise maintain 90%+ weight loss long-term vs. 50-60% for non-exercisers.
Warringal Private Hospital is one of Australia's longest-established bariatric programs (30+ years). This extensive experience means refined surgical protocols, lower complication rates, proven multidisciplinary team coordination, and thousands of successful patient outcomes to draw from.
Established programs have mature support systems: experienced bariatric nurses, tested emergency protocols, long-term patient tracking, and institutional knowledge that newer programs lack. For a major life decision like bariatric surgery, this track record provides peace of mind.
Warringal Private Hospital (<1km away!) with 30+ years experience, Dr Kiron Bhatia FRACS (20+ years), and comprehensive local support.
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