
Upper GI Surgery
Suite 3 Level 5 1 South St,
Kogarah NSW 2217
ABOUT THE PRACTICE
This Upper GI Surgery specialist practice has been serving patients for over 20 years, with its main clinic located in Kogarah and additional clinics in Darlinghurst (Sydney Eastern Suburbs), Wollongong, and Orange, NSW. The team is dedicated to providing comprehensive care, featuring a multidisciplinary group of specialist surgeons, physicians, nurses, a dietitian, a psychologist, and administration support staff. Patients can trust they are in the best hands throughout their treatment journey and during the crucial aftercare period.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
The practice specializes in managing disorders of the oesophagus, stomach, pancreas, and biliary tree, as well as abdominal wall hernias. It offers one of the widest ranges of diagnostic and treatment options for upper gastrointestinal (GI) conditions in Australia. Services include:
Diagnosis and management of complex conditions
Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
Keyhole, robotic, and open surgery
BARIATRIC SURGERY
The practice is recognized as a leader in bariatric surgery, offering extensive experience in procedures such as:
Gastric banding
Gastric bypass
Sleeve gastrectomy
Revision surgeries for recurrent weight issues
Correction of surgical complications
Accredited as a Centre of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery, the practice’s lead surgeon, Associate Professor Michael Talbot, holds the prestigious Surgeon of Excellence accreditation. Patients can feel confident in the expertise provided, including complex and less commonly performed procedures like robotic and revision surgeries.
UPPER GI ONCOLOGY
The team also specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of Upper GI cancers, including:
Oesophageal cancer
Pancreatic cancer
Gastric cancer
Many of these procedures are performed using advanced endoscopic or laparoscopic techniques, ensuring innovative and effective care for patients.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Beyond oncology and bariatric procedures, the practice provides expert treatment for other Upper GI conditions, including reflux, hernias, and gallstones.
WHY CHOOSE THIS PRACTICE
With a patient-focused approach, the team is committed to delivering exceptional care, backed by years of experience and cutting-edge techniques. Each patient receives individualized attention and a thorough aftercare plan to ensure long-term success and well-being.
Our Practitioners

General Practitioner
Sydney - South Sydney
Dr. Jennifer Matthei
I am a GP working in a multidisciplinary team managing patients with Obesity working on medical management and patients who have had bariatric surgery. I am passionate about the role lifestyle medicine can have in managing chronic disease including Obesity and it‚'s comorbidities.
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