When you’re referred to Dr Scott Whiting for Upper GI, Bariatric or General surgical procedures, you’ll receive the highest quality care.
As an Upper GI & Bariatric surgeon, Dr Whiting specialises in oesophageal and gastric cancers, and the management of Barrett’s oesophagus and anti-reflux procedures. After completing his surgical training in Australia and overseas he is now dedicated to serving to North Queensland community from his base in Townsville.
He is supported by a multidisciplinary team, who work collectively to provide comprehensive care to patients before, during, and after surgery.
Dr Whiting specialises in a variety of Upper GI, Bariatric and General surgical procedures. These include:
Patients are referred to Dr Whiting for weight loss surgical procedures by their GP or hospital physician because you may require assessment by a specialist. That does not always mean you’ll be having surgery but does suggest your situation is a little more complex and requires a thorough exploration of the probable cause.
Dr Whiting and his multidisciplinary team are committed to providing the highest of quality care for their patients, providing surgical procedures from their client and hospitals in Townsville.
Sometimes after a thorough assessment, surgical intervention or treatment may be needed to get you on the path to good health. This can often involve a non-invasive endoscopic procedure or other types of procedures that may require an overnight hospital stay.
Dr Whiting ensures all his patients understand their precise challenges and the surgical options available to them. Decisions about your health are important and therefore, need to be considered in the context of life quality.
After the decision is made to operate and the surgical procedure is completed, you’ll likely have a period of post-operative care and recovery. This experience can vary for many and is where Dr Whiting and his team will support you and help you adjust to the changes.
We work with you to ensure your recovery and continued care is well informed and based on the most up-to-date research available.
A gastric sleeve is a restrictive procedure that removes roughly 70-80% of the stomach to reduce volume and appetite hormones (Ghrelin). A gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y or Mini/OAGB) reduces the stomach and reroutes a small section of the small intestine, providing both restriction and mild malabsorption, making it particularly effective for severe acid reflux and type 2 diabetes.
Revision surgery is considered when a patient experiences significant weight regain, chronic severe acid reflux (GERD) post-sleeve or complications from older procedures like gastric bands. Dr Whiting conducts a thorough anatomical assessment (including endoscopy and barium swallow) before recommending a revision pathway.
Yes. Because bypass and SADI procedures alter how nutrients are absorbed through the intestines, patients must commit to lifelong daily bariatric multivitamins, calcium and vitamin D, monitored through routine post-operative blood tests.
