Prevalence ofObesity^{in Australia}

31%

of Australian adults
Were Living withOBESITY IN 2017-18

An increase of 65% Since 1995
ChoicesExplained Reducing Any Concerns

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Georgia Rigas

MBBS, FRACGP, MRCGP Obesity & Metabolic Health Doctor

Dr. Georgia Rigas brings a holistic care approach to the management of people living with obesity and the associated metabolic health complications. Her TWO key focus areas are: the multi-generational effects of obesity and metabolic ill-health peri-menopausal central adiposity.

Why ChooseDr. Rigas

Our Services

Dr. Georgia Rigas is a vocationally trained general practitioner, and bariatric/obesity doctor who brings a holistic end emotionally approach to bariatric care and related health services.

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Medical Service

Medical Management of Obesity
Very low energy diets (VLEDs) and obesity-modifying medications (AOMs) are used in select patients who have obesity or have overweight with associated health complications and/ or associated health conditions.
Bariatric Endoscopic TherapiesFor many years, Australia has been pioneering endoscopic therapies as a treatment therapy for this chronic disease.
Bariatric Metabolic SurgeryThere are several different operations which can be performed to help assist individuals with their excess weight and associated conditions eg improve management of type 2 diabetes; reduced knee pain and subsequent improved function.

Concierge Medical Service

First Medical ConsultationDr Rigas undertakes thorough medical assessments to ensure patients are in an informed position regarding their weight management options.
Personalised CareAfter thoroughly evaluating your health profile, you will be provided with a personalized treatment plan that is specifically tailored to match your health care needs, with a view to optimize your health, function and wellbeing.

Am I a Candidate for Obesity-Modifying Medical therapy?"

Need BMI ≥ 30 OR BMI ≥ 27 and at least one health condition which should improve with a reduction in adipose levels.

Am I a Candidate for Bariatric Metabolic Surgery? How Is Obesity Diagonised?

The Classification of obesity is having a body mass index (BMI) of 30kg/m or more.