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How to Book in to the Private Hospital Video
How to book in at the Port Macquarie Private Hospital.
Hiatal Hernia Patient Perspective
Dr Petrou excels at laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair. Here is a great example of a patient moving forward. Keeping a food diary, taking walks and light exercise.
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We have had a lovely break and a joyful first week back to welcome the New Year! We have a wonderful new addition to the team in rooms with Catherine and look forward to caring for you throughout 2025.
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Dr Petrou recently attended a professional learning event in Japan. Click the link to view a wrap up of his trip.
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What is involved in a hernia repair procedure?
The procedure is performed as a day surgical case in hospital. A general anaesthetic is required to relax the rectus abdominus muscle. A small incision is made under the umbilicus and a 12mm port inserted in the pre-peritoneal space. The space is then filled with CO2 and two 5mm working ports inserted along the midline.…
Read MoreNEW OFFICE OPENING HOURS
Please note: The consulting rooms will be closing every Friday at 1pm from week commencing 24th July 2023. The rooms will continue to open Monday to Thursday 9am – 5pm.
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