• CholecystectomyA cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder, most commonly performed laparoscopically (keyhole surgery) to remove problematic gallstones.
• Groin HerniaA hernia in the groin, also known as an inguinal or femoral hernia, occurs when part of the intestines, fat or the bladder push through a weak spot in the lower abdominal wall and into the groin area. This is usually repaired at our clinic laparoscopically.
• Inguinal Hernia An inguinal hernia is when some fat or part of an internal organ, usually the intestines or bladder, pushes through a weak spot in the lower abdominal wall into the groin area, often appearing as a lump or bulge under the skin. It can sometimes extend into the scrotum. This is the most common type of groin hernia and is usually repaired at our clinic laparoscopically.
• Femoral Hernia A femoral hernia occurs when abdominal tissue pushes through a weak spot in the pelvic wall into the femoral canal in the upper thigh or groin, more commonly in older women.
• Ventral Hernia A ventral hernia occurs when tissue, such as fat or part of the intestine, pushes through a weakness or gap in the abdominal wall, often forming a visible bulge. This is a collective term for any of the above hernias in the front of the abdomen. They are usually repaired at our clinic laparoscopically.
• Epigastric Hernia An epigastric hernia is a condition where fatty tissue or part of the intestine pushes through a weakness in the abdominal wall, forming a bulge in the midline of the abdomen between the belly button and the sternum (breastbone). This is usually repaired at our clinic laparoscopically.
• Umbilical Hernia An umbilical hernia is a bulge or swelling that appears near the belly button (umbilicus) due to a weakness in the abdominal wall. This is usually repaired at our clinic laparoscopically.
• Spigelian HerniaA Spigelian hernia is a rare ventral hernia where abdominal contents protrude through a weak point in the Spigelian fascia, which is a layer of the abdominal wall located along the rectus abdominis muscle at the semilunar line. This is usually repaired at our clinic laparoscopically.

• Obturator Hernia A very rare hernia that occurs when pelvic tissue pushes through a weak spot in the obturator fascia in the pelvis. This is usually repaired at our clinic laparoscopically.
• Incisional HerniaAn incisional hernia is a type of ventral hernia that occurs at the site of previous abdominal surgery. It happens when abdominal tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall created by the previous surgery, and so is generally near a surgical scar. Three are sometimes numerous hernias clustered together. This is usually repaired at our clinic laparoscopically.
• Incarcerated or Irreducible HerniaWhen a hernia has a permanent bulge that cannot be relieved. This type of hernia is at increased risk of further problems and surgery should be performed as soon as possible.
• Strangulated HerniaStrangulation of a hernia is a surgical emergency where the hernia is very painful and cannot be pushed back in. Sometimes the overlying skin is red and warm. Preventing this from occurring by repairing a known hernia is the best strategy. Surgery must be performed as soon as possible.
• Hiatus HerniaA hiatus hernia is common problem where the hole in the diaphragm for the oesophagus has become enlarged and the stomach pushes through this into the chest. It can be repaired laparoscopically either by suture or by placing mesh. Often repaired along with a fundoplication to prevent acid reflux.
• FundoplicationFundoplication is a surgical procedure to correct chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD or GERD) by wrapping the upper part of the stomach (fundus) around the lower oesophagus, strengthening the sphincter to prevent acid reflux, usually performed laparoscopically.
• AppendicectomyAn appendicectomy, also known as appendectomy in the USA, is a surgical procedure to remove the appendix. It is most commonly performed to treat appendicitis, which is an infection or inflammation of the appendix and is performed laparoscopically in most cases.
• Diagnostic LaparoscopyA diagnostic laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows doctors to visually examine the abdominal and pelvic organs for diagnosis and sometimes treatment.

• 1992 - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery M.B.B.S.at Monash University
• 2001 - Fellow of The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons FRACS
• 2002-2004 - Laparoscopic Surgery Fellow at MATTU, Guildford, UK

• Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
• Laparoscopic Umbilical Hernia Repair
• SILS Appendicectomy
• Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication
• Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
• Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
• Laparoscopic Appendicectomy

Melbourne Bariatrics is a team of professionals dedicated to weight loss surgery and are based on the Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne’s outer east.

Mr Draper has been performing weight loss surgery, including Gastric Bands and Sleeve Gastrectomy for over 25 years and has done over 6000 operations.

Mr Draper leads the team at Melbourne Bariatrics where they have dedicated dietitians who are incredibly effective at helping patients get the best out of their weight loss operation. The rest of the team includes anaesthetists, physicians, surgical assistants and office staff who will help it all get organised.

The Frankston consulting rooms are open Monday to Thursday from 9am to 5pm.

Call 03 9770 7189 for more information.