PORT LAPSURGERY- Mid North Coast Bariatric & Hernia Centre

06/02/2026

Dr Petrou is a hernia specialist surgeon who performs all types of hernia repair (inguinal, femoral, umbilical, incisional).
What Makes Dr Petrou a Hernia Specialist? High Volume & Experience, Technique Mastery, A Tailored Approach and Complex Case Expertise. Dr Petrou is equipped to handle difficult cases, such as recurrent hernias, large incisional hernias, and patients with previous failed repairs. While general surgeons are qualified to treat many types of hernias, those who focus their significant practice on hernia treatment, particularly complex and recurrent cases, are considered specialists in this field. Check out our excellent patient education on the website.

20/01/2026

05/01/2026

As we head into 2026 Dr Petrou’s commitment to patient education continues with our new videos rolling out.

04/01/2026

Did you know that marinating can make meat softer by using acids (vinegar or citrus like lemon), or enzymes from fruit like pineapple or dairy like Greek yogurt to break down the consistency. This makes for great softer foods as you begin to ease slowly back in to eating heavier food weeks after metabolic bariatric surgery or Anti reflux surgery.

07/11/2025

If you’re seeking metabolic bariatric surgery for long-term management of obesity, we make the process convenient and the pathway clear. Our team will help you navigate the pre and post surgical experience with care and support. www.portlapsurgery.com.au/news for our quick guide to getting started.

30/10/2025

Dr Petrou has again received recognition from Monash University for his contribution to the ‘Bariatric Surgery Registry’.

25/10/2025

Here is our latest addition to the patient education library. We have created a ‘what happened to?’ style podcast with Leigh who appeared in all three episodes of Let’s Talk About Obesity, Let’s Talk About Surgery and Life After Surgery.

https://lnkd.in/gj5EkM_n

24/10/2025

We have started a Podcast series as we continue to grow our patient education library. First up we catch up with Leigh who appeared in our three documentaries Let’s talk about obesity, Let’s talk about surgery and Life after surgery. Louise had so much fun catching up with the very entertaining Leigh. Available on our website! Or inbox for the link. 🤩

Port Lap Surgery General Surgeons, servicing the Mid North Coast and NSW, Australia including Armidale, Tamworth, Forster Tuncurry, Taree, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Nambucca Heads, Grafton, Kempsey, New England, Macksville, Glen Innes, Inverell, Narrabri, Moree, Lismore, Dubbo, Cobar, Walgett,....

23/10/2025

We are nearing the end of the year. If you have a Hernia, require weight loss surgery, anti-reflux treatment or gall bladder removal and want it resolved by Christmas in the Private system please call and make your appointment. We are filling up surgical lists quickly at this time so call 65 84 3268 now or email reception@portlapsurgery.com.au. Book the appointment and make your health a priority. (You will require a referral from your GP to attend the appointment and start this medical journey).