Understanding Weight Management
Obesity is a complex medical condition influenced by genetic, metabolic, hormonal and lifestyle factors. In some patients, structured medical or surgical intervention may be considered as part of a broader care plan.
Dr Cocco offers consultation regarding weight management options where clinically appropriate, including surgical and non-surgical approaches, with a focus on patient education, safety and long-term follow-up.
Are you a candidate?
Weight management is not one-size-fits-all. Dr Cocco offers a range of options, from medical (non-surgical) therapy through to keyhole bariatric surgery, and the right path depends on your health, your history and your goals.
The guide below explains who is generally considered, but suitability can only be confirmed after a proper consultation and assessment.
Bariatric Surgeries in Sydney
There are several types of bariatric surgery, depending on your needs. Dr Cocco offers:
A procedure that reduces stomach volume and alters appetite-related hormone signalling.
A procedure that changes the digestive pathway influencing nutrient absorption and hormonal / metabolic processes.
Assessment and management of patients who have previously undergone bariatric surgery and require further evaluation.
Removal of Gastric Bands
or Devices
Assessment and management where previous bariatric devices require removal or revision.
Prior to your appointment, please see your GP for a referral
(patient can be seen without a referral, however, you would not be entitled to a Medicare rebate)
Not all procedures are suitable for all patients. During your consultation, Dr Cocco will discuss the risks, benefits, alternatives and expected recovery for your specific situation.
What you can expert
Choosing surgery is a big decision. It’s worth taking your time and choosing a surgeon who is a good fit for you. Along with genuine experience and credentials from recognised bodies, look for a surgeon who takes the time to understand you and offers ongoing support.
1. Initial Consult
Meet with Dr Cocco for a comprehensive clinical evaluation. Discuss suitable surgical pathways, and a clear review of costs, medical risks, and recovery expectations.
2. Preparation
Before your procedure, collaborate with our dietitian and pyschologist. Optimise your nutritional health and establishes a structured care plan tailored to your medical history.
3. Proceedure
Surgeries are performed using minimally invasive laparoscopic (keyhole) techniques at accredited Sydney hospitals. Patients typically stay 1–2 nights for post-operative monitoring before discharging home to recover.
4. Ongoing Support
Your recovery includes structured clinical follow-up for at least 12 months. Our team provides routine medical and nutritional reviews to safely support your long-term health transition.
Not all procedures are suitable for all patients. Risks, benefits, alternatives and expected recovery are discussed during consultation.
Meet Dr Nicholas Cocco, FRACS
Dr Nicholas Cocco is a bariatric and general surgeon dedicated to thorough, personalised care, backed by strong credentials and a genuinely collaborative approach.
Dr Cocco is:
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FRACS qualified, trained across NSW, the ACT and Victoria, with further training in transplant, vascular and laparoscopic surgery
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An active member of ANZMOSS and IFSO, the leading bodies for obesity and metabolic surgery
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Contributor to the Bariatric Surgical Registry, helping track outcomes and improve care
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Committed to team-based care, working closely with referring GPs and a team of dietitians, psychologists, nurses and anaesthetists
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Experienced in bariatrics, having worked with Sydney Bariatric Clinic (2020–2025) and Macquarie University Hospital's Healthy Weight Clinic (2024–present)
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Available at several Sydney locations, including Westmead, Norwest and Macquarie University Hospital
How To Choose Your Bariatric Surgeon
Choosing surgery is a big decision. It’s worth taking your time and choosing a surgeon who is a good fit for you. Along with genuine experience and credentials from recognised bodies, look for a surgeon who takes the time to understand you and offers ongoing support.
Why Choose Dr Cocco?
You'll be cared for as a whole person
Many aspects of your life influence your weight, including your medical history, diet, daily habits, and deep-seated beliefs. With Dr Cocco your holistic bariatric surgery care pathway includes sessions with experienced dietitians and psychologists who can help you learn to enjoy nutritious foods and challenge self-limiting beliefs and behaviours.
Care grounded in current evidence
As a member of ANZMOSS and IFSO, Dr Cocco stays close to the latest research on obesity, metabolic health and surgical outcomes. That means his advice to you reflects the most up-to-date understanding of how to support patients seeking weight loss surgery.
Nothing is rushed
Your first consultation with Dr Cocco is a conversation about your health and your past attempts at weight management. You’ll be able to ask questions, learn about the pros and cons of different bariatric surgery procedures and consider your options in your own time.
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Support continues long after surgery
Surgery changes your anatomy to aid weight loss. We support you through the initial recovery period and throughout the following 12 months as you learn to eat differently and exercise more.
Consultation Locations
Dr Cocco consults and operates at accredited hospitals and consulting rooms in Sydney.
Consulting locations include:
Healthy Weight Clinic
Macquarie University Hospital
Suite 302 level 3/2 Technology Pl, Macquarie University NSW 2113
Availability varies by location. Please contact the practice for current consulting schedules.