Accredited Practising Dietitians
Bariatric Surgery Dietitian & Weight Loss Surgery Nutrition Support
Get practical nutrition support before and after gastric sleeve, gastric bypass or gastric band surgery. Our bariatric dietitians help you prepare for surgery, move through each eating stage and protect your nutrition for the long term.
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Nutrition support at every stage of bariatric surgery
Your nutrition needs change before surgery, during recovery and as your intake settles. We tailor advice to your procedure, surgeon’s protocol, symptoms, blood results and everyday routine.
Preparing for surgeryUnderstand any required pre-operative diet, build useful routines and prepare suitable foods for recovery.
Early recoveryMove safely through fluids, purées and soft foods while working towards protein and hydration goals.
Long-term nutritionBuild balanced meals, maintain supplements and monitor nutrients as your appetite and food tolerance change.
Plateaus or weight regainReview meal structure, grazing, drinks, protein and other factors without blame or another extreme diet.
How a bariatric dietitian can help
Weight loss surgery changes how much you can eat and, for some procedures, how nutrients are absorbed. Clear dietetic support can help you meet your needs without making food feel more complicated.
Pre-operative planningGet practical VLED strategies where required and prepare for the first weeks after surgery.
Food stage guidanceProgress from liquids to purées, soft foods and solids with suitable portions, pacing and meal ideas.
Protein and hydrationFind realistic ways to meet protein and fluid needs when appetite and meal capacity are low.
Supplements and blood testsSet up a workable supplement routine and review blood results with your medical team.
Symptom supportTroubleshoot dumping, reflux, nausea, constipation, diarrhoea and food intolerance.
Flexible appointmentsChoose in-clinic support in Queensland or telehealth with a bariatric dietitian Australia wide.
What to expect at your bariatric dietitian appointment
Bring your surgeon’s information, medication and supplement list, and recent blood results if available. If you do not have these yet, we can still get started.
1Understand the full pictureWe discuss your procedure, recovery stage, symptoms, food tolerance, supplements and priorities.
2Build a clear planYou leave with practical actions for food stages, protein, fluids, portions and supplements.
3Review and adjustFollow-up appointments help adapt the plan as your intake, tolerance and health needs change.
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Qualified bariatric nutrition support
Care from Accredited Practising Dietitians.
Care from Accredited Practising Dietitians.
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Advice matched to your surgery
Support tailored to your procedure and recovery stage.
Support tailored to your procedure and recovery stage.
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Connected care
We can work with your surgeon, GP and other treating clinicians.
We can work with your surgeon, GP and other treating clinicians.
Bariatric surgery dietitian FAQs
Do I need to see a dietitian before bariatric surgery?
Your surgeon may require a dietitian appointment before surgery. Even when it is not required, a bariatric dietitian can help you understand the pre-operative diet, prepare for recovery and establish protein, fluid and supplement routines.
What can I eat after weight loss surgery?
Your surgeon will provide a staged plan, which commonly progresses from fluids to puréed foods, soft foods and then suitable solid foods. Timing varies between surgical teams and procedures, so we tailor advice to your surgeon’s protocol.
Can a dietitian help with dumping syndrome or reflux?
Yes. We can review food choices, portion sizes, eating speed, meal timing and when you drink fluids. Persistent, severe or new symptoms should also be discussed with your surgeon or doctor.
Will I need vitamin and mineral supplements?
Most people need lifelong vitamin and mineral supplementation after bariatric surgery. The type and dose depend on your procedure, diet, symptoms and blood results. Your dietitian and medical team can help monitor and adjust these safely.
Can you help if my weight has plateaued or increased?
Yes. Weight plateaus and regain can have several causes. We review meal structure, protein, grazing, drinks, food tolerance, sleep, stress and other health factors, then identify realistic changes.
Can you support pregnancy planning after bariatric surgery?
Yes. Nutrition and supplement needs require close attention before and during pregnancy after bariatric surgery. We can support your nutrition alongside your GP, obstetric team and surgeon.
Can I see a bariatric dietitian online?
Yes. We offer telehealth bariatric dietitian appointments across Australia, as well as in-person appointments at selected Queensland locations.
Can I use Medicare or private health insurance?
Medicare rebates may apply if your GP has prepared an eligible referral. Private health extras may also cover dietitian appointments, depending on your policy. Contact our team if you would like help checking your options.
Ready to speak with a bariatric surgery dietitian?
Get clear nutrition guidance before surgery, through recovery or years after your procedure. Book an appointment or send us a referral online.
