Connect with your surgery peers and health professionals through our engaging events.
Events coming up:
Live Webinar: Fertility & Weight Loss Surgery
Melbourne Weight Loss Solutions presents: Dr Michael Hii (Bariatric Surgeon) & Megan Hickey (Bariatric Dietitian) with special Guest Dr Daniel Lantsberg from Melbourne IVF.
Join us for a live discussion on fertility, how it’s impacted by weight and weight loss, and how the fertility journey is considered for those having or who have had weight loss surgery.
About our special guest, Dr Daniel Lantsberg:
Daniel is a consultant gynaecologist specialising in fertility, reproductive endocrinology and fertility preservation. His special interests are elective egg freezing, age-related infertility, unexplained infertility, male infertility, fertility preservation, PCOS, endometriosis and fibroids. He has also been appointed Clinical Director of The Fertility Centre Werribee.
Daniel has private rooms in East Melbourne and holds a public appointment as a fertility specialist at the Reproductive Services Unit at The Royal Women’s Hospital, where he is training junior doctors in their own fertility subspecialty training. Daniel also holds a Senior Lecturer appointment at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Melbourne.
To learn more about Daniel, you can visit his profile on the Melbourne IVF website here.
About our Melbourne Weight Loss Solutions team:
From diets that fizzle out, to fitness plans that never seem to fit your lifestyle, it can feel like the harder you try, the further your goals slip away.
At Melbourne Weight Loss Solutions, we’re here to change that. As your complete weight loss solution, we’ve designed an all-inclusive service that goes beyond quick fixes to offer real, lasting transformation—no matter where you are in your journey.
Whether you’re exploring medical weight loss with expert guidance from our physicians, seeking the life-changing benefits of weight loss surgery with our renowned surgeons, or ready to take charge of your health with the support of our dietitians and psychologists, we’ve got you covered.
Your Hosts:
Megan Hickey is a bariatric Dietitian part of the Melbourne Weight Loss Solutions (MWLS) team and passionate about working with clients to provide personalised nutrition support. She believes in implementing sustainable lifestyle changes and focuses on improving food knowledge and practical skills to achieve your health goals. She hosts live sessions fortnightly to further educate and inspire our surgical clients and the broader weight loss surgery community.
A/Prof. Michael Hii is an Oesophago-Gastric and Bariatric (weight loss) surgeon and MWLS Director. He works as a consultant at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, St Vincent’s Private Hospital and Epworth Healthcare. He is the deputy director of the Hepatobiliary and Upper GI unit at St Vincent’s Hospital and the Pre-SET supervisor. He is a senior lecturer at the University of Melbourne. and is the chairperson of the St Vincent’s Upper GI and Hepatobiliary research group and has published widely in Upper GI and bariatric literature.
Michael is a founding member and current chairperson of The HOPE Fund, a charity established in 2018 to support better care and better outcomes for hepatobiliary and upper gastrointestinal patients. He is a clinical senior fellow at the University of Melbourne and
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group (ONLINE)
Would you like to connect with others on a similar journey?
Our weight loss surgery support group is a safe space to receive support and share ideas with others.
For anyone who:
Is considering weight loss surgery (e.g. sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass)
Has had weight loss surgery
Is supporting a loved one who is having/has had surgery
The Reconnect Retreat [for Weight Loss Surgery]
Retreats with our team focus on teaching you the essential skills for long-term surgery success.
Our expert hosts and guest facilitators will provide practical tools and invaluable insights into every aspect of your surgery experience.
Most importantly, we create a supportive and welcoming space where you can connect with others on similar paths, sharing your experiences and building a community that will continue to support you long after the retreat ends.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you are registering for one of our events, please note that further details for your booking will be sent in the new year (latest Friday 17th Jan). Due to our Christmas clinic closure, we are not contactable during this time but rest assured your order is confirmed and more info will be emailed once we return.
Unlock the Potential of Bariatric Surgery: Exclusive Event for Medical Practitioners
Join us for an event that equips medical practitioners with the knowledge and tools to transform the lives of patients through bariatric surgery. Enhance your practice by navigating surgery inquiries with confidence and the latest knowledge.
Patients are increasingly turning to bariatric surgery as a sustainable solution to weight loss. Surgical solutions are always evolving, as is the way we manage and support bariatric patients.
As the conversation of bariatric surgery starts with the patient’s doctor, we want you to feel confident in providing your patients with the most up to date information with confidence, as well as provide you with the confidence that a referral to Melbourne Weight Loss Surgery ensures the highest level of care.
Clinic Benefits:
Comprehensive Services: Our clinic offers a range of bariatric surgery options, ensuring tailored solutions under a comprehensive package.
Multidisciplinary Approach: Collaborate with our experienced team of surgeons, nurses, dietitians, EPs, and psychologists to provide holistic care for your patients.
Highly Skilled Specialists: all our team members have extensive experience in the field of bariatric surgery, ready to take on complex patients.
Key Highlights:
Expert Insights: Renowned bariatric surgeons will share their expertise, discussing the patient journey from referral to beyond surgery day.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow GPs, specialists, and the surgical team to build collaborative relationships and share experiences.
Patient Success Stories: Hear firsthand accounts of patients who have undergone successful transformations at our clinic, showcasing the positive impact of our services.
Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of bariatric surgery knowledge and enhance your practice. RSVP via the form now.
FREE Weight Loss Surgery Info Sessions [Date TBC]
IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you are registering for one of our events, please note that further details for your booking will be sent in the new year (latest Friday 17th Jan). Due to our Christmas clinic closure, we are not contactable during this time but rest assured your order is confirmed and more info will be emailed once we return.
✦ Always FREE to ensure all can be fully informed.
✦ Includes Q&A with our Surgeons
✦ Gives you a complete overview of the weight loss surgery journey
We understand that bariatric surgery is a big decision, and it can feel pretty daunting when no one has REALLY explained what’s involved.
Our Online Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions give you the chance to learn more about surgery options, cost and your pathway from referral to surgery day and beyond.
Facebook Live: Eating over the festive season after WLS
Our Live sessions are your direct access to the experts on weight loss surgery.
This is your chance to gain extra knowledge to guide you on your journey and have your questions answered by our team at Melbourne Weight Loss Surgery and special guests.
Each session is LIVE so you can ask questions in real time. If you can’t make a session, the recording will stay in the group to watch at a later time.
Details of each session will be updated on our events page and on our social media pages.
Sessions are held in our Weight Loss Surgery Support Community (private group).
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group (ONLINE)
Would you like to connect with others on a similar journey?
Our weight loss surgery support group is a safe space to receive support and share ideas with others.
For anyone who:
Is considering weight loss surgery (e.g. sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass)
Has had weight loss surgery
Is supporting a loved one who is having/has had surgery
FREE Weight Loss Surgery Info Sessions
✦ Always FREE to ensure all can be fully informed.
✦ Includes Q&A with our Surgeons
✦ Gives you a complete overview of the weight loss surgery journey
We understand that bariatric surgery is a big decision, and it can feel pretty daunting when no one has REALLY explained what’s involved.
Our Online Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions give you the chance to learn more about surgery options, cost and your pathway from referral to surgery day and beyond.
Facebook Live: The Patient Experience with special guest George Kou (Bariatric Patient)
Our Live sessions are your direct access to the experts on weight loss surgery.
This is your chance to gain extra knowledge to guide you on your journey and have your questions answered by our team at Melbourne Weight Loss Surgery and special guests.
Each session is LIVE so you can ask questions in real time. If you can’t make a session, the recording will stay in the group to watch at a later time.
Details of each session will be updated on our events page and on our social media pages.
Sessions are held in our Weight Loss Surgery Support Community (private group).
Surgery Support Group Session (ONLINE)
Would you like to connect with others on a similar journey?
Our weight loss surgery support group is a safe space to receive support and share ideas with others.
For anyone who:
Is considering weight loss surgery (e.g. sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass)
Has had weight loss surgery
Is supporting a loved one who is having/has had surgery
Facebook Live: Weight Loss Medications [Guest Dr Ashwini Supperamohan]
Our Live sessions are your direct access to the experts on weight loss surgery.
Join your hosts: Bariatric Dietitians Jennifer Tsoutsoulis and Julia Bazan with special guest Dr Ash from Melbourne Weight Loss Surgery.
This is your chance to gain extra knowledge to guide you on your journey and have your questions answered by our team at Melbourne Weight Loss Surgery and special guests.
Each session is LIVE so you can ask questions in real time. If you can’t make a session, the recording will stay in the group to watch at a later time.
Details of each session will be updated on our events page and on our social media pages.
Sessions are held in our Weight Loss Surgery Support Community (private group).
Facebook Live: Medical Weight Loss with Guest Dr Angela Kwong
Our Live sessions are your direct access to the experts on weight loss surgery.
This is your chance to gain extra knowledge to guide you on your journey and have your questions answered by our team at Melbourne Weight Loss Surgery and special guests.
Each session is LIVE so you can ask questions in real time. If you can’t make a session, the recording will stay in the group to watch at a later time.
Details of each session will be updated on our events page and on our social media pages.
Sessions are held in our Weight Loss Surgery Support Community (private group).
Surgery Support Group Session (ONLINE)
Would you like to connect with others on a similar journey?
Our weight loss surgery support group is a safe space to receive support and share ideas with others.
For anyone who:
Is considering weight loss surgery (e.g. sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass)
Has had weight loss surgery
Is supporting a loved one who is having/has had surgery
Weight Loss Surgery Info Session
Our Online Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions give you the chance to learn more about surgery options, cost and your pathway from referral to surgery day and beyond.