We asked ReSet Program members what advice they would give to their former selves back at the start of their journey. Overwhelmingly they said:
I wish I’d done it sooner.

Our world-class ReSet Program recognises the medical, mental and physical aspects of weight loss, and brings together specialists in each field to set you up for long-term success. Your journey will incorporate the whole you, so you can ReSet your whole life and future. It starts with a consultation with a specially trained surgeon and continues with a minimum of two years of ongoing care.

STEP 1:
Meet your surgeon

Get to know your specialist surgeon, doctor, nurse, discuss eligibility and surgical dates.

STEP 3:
Weight-loss surgery

 Typically a 3-night hospital stay. Your surgeon will regularly check in on you.

STEP 2:
Before surgery

Complete tests to establish your full health picture, start a pre-operation diet.

STEP 4:
After surgery

At least 2 years of ongoing care from your surgeon, clinical nurse and our team of allied health professionals.

Here's what 2 years of ongoing care looks like after your operation

24-hour surgical support
Regular reviews with your surgeon and clinical nurse
5 dietitian sessions
2 psychologist sessions
2 exercise therapist sessions
Facebook community support

2
Weeks

4
Weeks

8
Weeks

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Exercise therapist

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Psychologist

Exercise therapist

12
Months

24
Months

6
Months

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Psychologist

 

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

You can continue to meet with your surgeon and other members of the ReSet team for as long as you wish. Your journey is unique and we're committed to supporting you to succeed.

Are you ready to ReSet?

It involves:

  • Consultations
  • Surgery
  • Intensive lifestyle coaching
  • Commitment to long-term
    follow-up

To be eligible:

  • You need a medical referral
  • You and Your referring clinician
    must believe you are committed
  • You must have a BMI > 40kg/m2
    or > 35kgm2 with diabetes, high
    blood pressure, high cholesterol, osteoarthritis or sleep apnea
  • If you have a psychological illness, you must be stable and have a letter of support from your psychologist
  • You must be a non-smoker
  • You must not be planning a pregnancy for 12–18 months

Public pathway

NSW Health has provided limited funding to perform public metabolic and weight-loss surgery at Blacktown Hospital. If eligible, you'll be treated by a dedicated team of health professionals, including surgeons, endocrinologists, gastroenterologist, dieticians, psychologists and physiologists, through the public system.

STEP 1:
GP Referral

Complete referral form:

• Westmead: 02 8890 6544

• Nepean: 02 4734 4533

Link to referral form

• Blacktown: 02 9851 6006
Link to referral form

NOTE: You cannot be enrolled
outside this pathway

STEP 3:
Meet in hospital clinic with various members of the team

A team of health professionals,
from surgeons to psychologists,
dietitians and physiologists, will get to
know you and review your case.

NOTE: Patients cannot bypass
this pathway.

STEP 2:
Referral appraised

The hospital team will assess your
referral and decide whether you are eligible for the public pathway.

NOTE: It is inappropriate to
fast-track individual patients without adequate indicators

or

STEP 4:
Proceed to surgery
or continue in clinic

The multidisciplinary team will
decide on the one of these two treatment options if you have a good track
record and show positive lifestyle/behavioural change.

ReSet Weight Management Program

Norwest Private Hospital Rooms:

Suite C202 C Block (Green Lift)

9 Norbrik Drive Bella Vista

PO BOX 6551 Baulkham Hills,
NSW, 1755

We asked ReSet Program members what advice they would give to their former selves back at the start of
their journey.
Overwhelmingly they said:
I wish I’d done it sooner.

Our world-class ReSet Program recognises the medical, mental and physical aspects of weight loss, and brings together specialists in each field to set you up for long-term success. Your journey will incorporate the whole you, so you can ReSet your whole life and future. It starts with a consultation with a specially trained surgeon and continues with a minimum of two years of ongoing care.

STEP 1:
Meet your surgeon

Get to know your specialist surgeon, doctor, nurse, discuss eligibility and surgical dates.

STEP 2:
Before surgery

Complete tests to establish
your full health picture,
start a pre-operation diet.

STEP 3:
Weight-loss surgery

 Typically a 3-night hospital stay. Your surgeon will regularly check in on you.

STEP 4:
After surgery

At least 2 years of ongoing
care from your surgeon,
clinical nurse and our team
of allied health professionals.

Here's what 2 years of ongoing care looks like after your operation

24-hour surgical support

Regular reviews with
your surgeon and clinical nurse

5 dietitian sessions

2 psychologist sessions

2 exercise therapist sessions

Facebook community support

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Exercise therapist

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Psychologist

 

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

Dietitian

Psychologist

Exercise therapist

12
Months

24
Months

6
Months

2
Weeks

4
Weeks

8
Weeks

Check in with your:

Surgeon/Nurse

You can continue to meet with
your surgeon and other members
of the ReSet team for as long as you wish. Your journey is unique and
we're committed to supporting
you to succeed.

Are you ready to ReSet?

It involves:

  • Consultations
  • Surgery
  • Intensive lifestyle coaching
  • Commitment to long-term
    follow-up

To be eligible:

  • You need a medical referral
  • You and Your referring clinician
    must believe you are committed
  • You must have a BMI > 40kg/m2
    or > 35kgm2 with diabetes, high
    blood pressure, high cholesterol, osteoarthritis or sleep apnea
  • If you have a psychological illness, you must be stable and have a letter of support from your psychologist
  • You must be a non-smoker
  • You must not be planning a pregnancy for 12–18 months

Public pathway

STEP 1:
GP Referral

Complete referral form:

• Westmead: 02 8890 6544

• Nepean: 02 4734 4533

Link to referral form

• Blacktown: 02 9851 6006
Link to referral form

NOTE: You cannot be enrolled
outside this pathway

STEP 2:
Referral appraised

The hospital team will assess your
referral and decide whether you

are eligible for the public pathway.

NOTE: It is inappropriate to
fast-track individual patients
without adequate indicators

STEP 3:
Meet in hospital clinic with various members of the team

A team of health professionals,
from surgeons to psychologists,
dietitians and physiologists, will get to
know you and review your case.

NOTE: Patients cannot bypass
this pathway.

or

STEP 4:
Proceed to surgery
or continue in clinic

The multidisciplinary team will
decide on the one of these two

treatment options if you have a
good track record and show positive lifestyle/behavioural change.

NSW Health has provided limited funding to perform public metabolic and weight-loss surgery at Blacktown Hospital. If eligible, you'll be treated
by a dedicated team of health professionals, including surgeons, endocrinologists, gastroenterologist, dieticians, psychologists
and physiologists, through
the public system.

ReSet Weight Management Program

Norwest Private Hospital Rooms:

Suite C202 C Block (Green Lift)

9 Norbrik Drive Bella Vista

PO BOX 6551 Baulkham Hills,
NSW, 1755