Friendly and affordable surgical specialists dedicated to providing modern and safe weight loss solutions in a welcoming and supportive environment.
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We believe in putting you first and offering a non-judgmental, team approach to weight loss surgery, with support tailored to your individual needs.
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We look forward to being a part of your weight loss journey, and working with you to restore your health, and improve your quality of life.
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- Mr Jon Shenfine & Dr Lachlan Dandie
GENERAL & UPPER GI SURGERY
ABOUT OWLSA
We are Obesity & Weight Loss Surgery Adelaide - OWLSA - Jon Shenfine and Lachlan Dandie.
Jon & Lachy are two mates who happen to be dedicated and nationally recognised, specialist upper gastrointestinal (Upper GI) surgeons, despite very different backgrounds - Lachy being born and bred in Adelaide and Jon comes from the North of England. They deal with the whole spectrum of stomach and oesophageal surgery. Lachy works at Lyell Mac and Jon at Flinders and both care deeply about their patients. They are cancer surgeons and general surgeons but also have an interest in patients with weight problems.
They offer the full range of Upper GI surgery and the latest weight-loss surgical solutions (Bariatric surgery) delivered safely and effectively in state-of-the-art hospitals.
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At the front desk, they have Kahlia (it's pronounced KAYlia). Kahlia runs the practice, when she isn't supporting you.
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WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY
We offer a range of surgical solutions, and will recommend a support team that is suited to your individual needs. We don't treat and disappear, we believe in support and follow up.
MEET OUR SURGEONS
Jon specialises in upper gastrointestinal surgery and advanced laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery, with surgical interests in weight loss (bariatric), oesophageal and gastric cancer, acid-reflux disorders, anti-reflux surgery, along with surgery for hernia and gallstones.Originally from England, he graduated from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne in 1993. He fell in love with Australia in 1991 when, as a student doctor, he..... click here to continue reading about Jon
Lachlan is a specialist Upper GI, General and Bariatric surgeon. He has an interest in all areas of upper GI surgery, including advanced laparoscopy, bariatric surgery, anti-reflux surgery, upper GI oncology and complicated biliary disease. He performs a wide range of general surgery, including hernia repairs, gallbladder surgery, fundoplications for reflux, bowel resection, and minor surgeries such as.... click here to continue reading about Lachy
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27
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
100s
HAPPY PATIENTS
4
PRIVATE HOSPITALS
3
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