Expert Weight Loss, Gallbladder, Hernia and Cancer Surgery in Wellington from a Trusted Specialist Surgeon
10 Dec 2023
# WKS SurgeryHernia Operation Wellington
## Expert Surgical Care in the Heart of Wellington
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When facing surgery, patients want a surgeon they can trust. WKS Surgery, based at Wakefield Hospital in Newtown, Wellington, brings together more than three decades of experience to deliver expert, compassionate care. Led by Dr SK Wicks, a highly qualified surgical specialist, the practice offers a wide range of procedures including weight loss surgery, gallbladder removal, hernia repair, and abdominal cancer surgery. With training gained both in New Zealand and overseas, Dr Wicks combines deep clinical knowledge with a genuine focus on each patient's wellbeing. The result is a service that puts comfort, recovery, and lasting outcomes first.
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## A Bariatric, Gallbladder, and Hernia Specialist You Can Rely On
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As a leading bariatric surgeon in Wellington, Dr Wicks specialises in laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, a highly effective gastric sleeve procedure supported by a full team including a counsellor, dietitian, lifestyle coach, and anaesthetist. The benefits of weight loss surgery are both immediate and long term, from improved blood pressure to reduced joint pain, with keyhole techniques allowing a quick recovery and a return to work within around two weeks. For those troubled by gallstones, WKS Surgery offers gallbladder removal in Wellington as a low-risk keyhole procedure, helping patients regain their quality of life. The practice also provides expert hernia surgery in Wellington, with open and keyhole options available for groin, umbilical, and incisional hernias, including hernia mesh repair tailored to each individual.
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## Advanced Cancer Surgery and a Patient-First Approach
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Beyond bariatric and hernia treatment, Dr Wicks is a trusted surgical specialist in Wellington for abdominal cancer surgery, including liver, bile duct, gallbladder, colon, pancreas, oesophagus, and stomach cancers. Patients benefit from personalised care designed to reduce post-operative pain and shorten hospital stays, supported by more than 1,000 cancer operations and 7,000 laparoscopic procedures over Dr Wicks' career. His greatest satisfaction comes from seeing patients recover well and return home, and every step of the journey reflects that commitment. To learn more about treatment options, costs, or what to expect, simply get in touch on 04 381 8100 Ext 7342 to book a consultation and take the first step towards better health.
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