Gastroenterology
Diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal diseases rely on the expertise of gastroenterologists and surgeons working together to provide timely procedures.
Conditions that can be diagnosed, managed and treated include:
- Gastrointestinal and colorectal cancers, Crohn’s disease, colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome and functional conditions of the upper and lower gastrointestinal system.
General surgery
General surgeons perform surgeries to treat conditions throughout the body, including biopsies, tumor removal, and trauma care, while collaborating with other specialists for comprehensive treatment.
Areas within general surgery include:
- Breast, Colorectal, Endocrine, Skin cancer, Upper GI, Liver and Pancreas and Weight-loss.
Experienced surgeons
As a private patient, you can choose your own surgeon from our exceptional team, who are skilled in traditional and minimally invasive surgical procedures.
Our surgeons work with skilled anaesthetists and clinical teams in the operating theatres and are committed to providing you with the best possible outcome.
We invest in technology to provide our community with access to leading robotic-assisted surgeries, where clinically appropriate.
Breast surgery
For benign and malignant breast tumours, breast reduction, augmentation, and reconstruction.
Skin cancer surgery
Including intervention for melanoma and soft tissue sarcomas.
Colorectal surgery
For colonoscopy, bowel cancer investigation, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor disorders, haemorrhoids and anal conditions such as pilonidal sinus or fistulas.
Upper GI and liver surgery
For gallstones, liver and pancreatic tumours, gastro-oesophageal reflux (GORD), and gastric and oesophageal tumours
State-of-the-art operating theatres
Your surgery will be performed in one of our state-of-the-art operating theatres. These impressive theatres attract leading surgeons and highly qualified surgical teams from across Australia.
Our surgical teams are supported by world-class technology and equipment in the theatres. And we work closely with imaging and pathology partners to bring market-leading diagnostic technology to you and our community.
Recovery
After surgery you can expect simply wonderful care on our dedicated and fully monitored surgical wards. There, you’ll be supported by a team of dedicated and experienced nurses who’ll aid in your recovery. They’ll go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and at home.
The team at Sydney Southwest Private Hospital provide intensive care to patients as needed after surgery. The surgical ward is in close proximity to our theatres and Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Patients receive prompt attention without needing to be transported to another facility.
In addition, it goes without saying that we take cleanliness and infection control seriously. We have an entire department dedicated to sterilising and delivering clean equipment to our operating theatres and patient areas. You’re in trusted hands at Sydney Southwest Private Hospital.
The private patient experience
When you choose private, you’ll enjoy rapid access to surgery and choose your own surgeon.
Our friendly Bookings and Admission team will book you in and answer any questions you have. They’ll escort you and your support person to the pre-admission centre before going through to theatre
Rehabilitation
If you need rehabilitation after surgery, your surgeon will talk with you about the best place to go. This may include having your rehabilitation as an inpatient or outpatient at another Healthscope facility.
How much will it cost?
As with most surgeries performed in a private hospital there are out-of-pocket fees. The amount depends on the surgery you have and - where you have private health fund cover - whether the treatment that is right for you, is included in that cover. Your specialist can give you an indication of out-of-pocket fees. Your private health fund will be able to advise whether your treatment is covered or not and any out-of-pocket fees.
No private health insurance?
If you don’t have private health insurance or you’re an overseas patient, you can choose to self-fund your surgery. Your specialist can talk to you about this option.
