Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Dr. Justin Greenslade’s practice offers a suite of advanced general surgical procedures tailored to your needs.
What is a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
It’s not uncommon to develop gallstones after rapid weight loss, among other things. If you have gallstones or inflammation/infection in the gallbladder, it may need to be removed. Using advanced laparoscopic techniques, it is now possible to remove the gallbladder through tiny incisions in the abdomen (keyhole surgery), and is generally associated with reduced discomfort and a shorter recovery period compared with open surgery.
Generally, patients spend one night in hospital and we suggest taking a week off work to recover.
Dr Greenslade offers laparoscopic cholecystectomy to both new patients and existing weight loss patients.
Cost of laparoscopic cholecystectomy
If you have private health insurance, Dr Greenslade gap covers the surgery (ie. billed to your health fund – no out of pocket cost to you).
We suggest contacting your health fund to confirm that you’re covered for reflux surgery (item number: 30756). However, there will be out of pocket expenses for the anaesthetist and the assistant surgeon but rebates from Medicare and your private health insurance may apply.
Greenslopes Private Hospital does accept self-funded patients for this surgery but the cost is around $14,000 all up if you don’t have private health insurance.
Start your weight loss surgery journey with Brisbane Bariatric Centre today
If you’re thinking about weight loss surgery or just want to know what’s possible, we’re here to help. Get in touch to book a chat with Dr Justin Greenslade and find out what’s right for you.
