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Dr Michael Hatzifotis
Dr Michael Hatzifotis is a well trained laparoscopic surgeon who specializes in weight loss surgery, general surgery and hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery. He has performed over 4000 laparoscopic procedures. He is very caring and passionate about his work, and offers his patients the highest possible standard of care.

He guarantees comprehensive medical treatment and excellent results. We have designed this site to provide patients more information on obesity, and the procedures provided by Dr Michael Hatzifotis to help patients lose weight. Dr Michael Hatzifotis is a General Surgeon with sub-specialty training in Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery.
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Body Mass Index (BMI) is measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both adult men and women. BMI does not differentiate between body fat and muscle mass. Therefore, body builders and people who have a lot of muscle bulk will have a high BMI but are not overweight or obese. BMI is usually a good indicator of body fat for most people.
There is usually not one specific causes for obesity in patients. It usually multifactorial and involves and combination of causes or risk factors, including;. Energy Imbalance: Obesity happens gradually if the amount of energy or calories you consume is more than the amount of energy spent on your daily activities.
If you are overweight or obese you are at increased risk of developing one or more weight related medical problems. The list of medical problems related to obesity is concerningly long and continues to grow as more research in this field of medicine develops. Obesity is now the largest single health problem facing the modern world.
As anyone who has tried to lose weight will know, there are many options available, and most people will often have tried more than one method of weight loss. Basically, weight loss is about burning more calories than you consume. In other words, energy out must be greater than energy in. If you don't use the energy you put into your body as food, then it will be stored, often as fat.
Age between 18 and 65. Under special circumstances, it may be occassionally performed on patients over 65 years of age. BMI greater than 35 with at least with 1 major obesity related disease eg. Diabetes, Hypertension, Sleep Apnoea, Fatty liver disease (under special circumstances it may be performed on certain patients with Type 2 Diabetes with a BMI 30-35).
Reviews (18)
Shelley Archbold
Shelley Archbold
Jul 05, 2021
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I have nothing but praise for Dr Dan Rowe and his amazing team. From walking in the door, to my appointments and then surgeries with Dr Rowe, I felt completely at ease. The surgeries were amazing and the outcomes exactly as Dr Rowe explained. The after care is exceptional. I have had two separate surgeries so far with Dr Rowe and looking for a third. Thank You!!
Vibeke Matthews
Vibeke Matthews
Apr 10, 2021
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Dr Dan Rowe is an amazing surgeon, his bedside manners are fantastic, scars hardly visible. From initial consultation to post op care - he made me comfortable with the procedures, patiently answered all my questions - said no to thing I asked for if there was a risk it would compromise my recovery. Great sense of humour as well :-)
On top of that - his nurse Harriet Apted has been absolutely marvellous, kind and super responsive to questions. The reception ladies are wonderful and helpful. I just cannot fault this practise in any way.
It’s 5 stars from me all the way!
Just had another surgery
Tiffany
Tiffany
Mar 27, 2021
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Dr Rowe was truly warm and caring. We very much appreciated that he spoke directly to our Son, so he could understand and made him feel confident with the situation. His practice was modern and his staff were professional and generous of heart in all interactions.
Catherine Beebe
Catherine Beebe
Mar 20, 2021
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A great surgical result. And top care! Dr Dan is immensely personable and really knows his stuff. I’m just utterly delighted to have my fully functioning hand back!!
Jennifer Seaton
Jennifer Seaton
Mar 11, 2021
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Today I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Dr Dan, his nurse and his receptionists. What a delightful and friendly experience that was for me. Everyone was happy, obviously dedicated to their job and highly professional, yet still had time for a chat with a bit of humour thrown in for good measure! Well done Team Rowe!
UPDATE: I have had my carpal tunnel surgery (right hand). All went according to plan. {No scaring and no pain 12 weeks down the track). It was close to Christmas so the walls on the way to theatre as well as all the staff were decked out in festive gear. A nice touch! Everyone
Juls Farries
Juls Farries
Mar 07, 2021
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Outstanding care from start to finish. Dr Dan Rowe has completed two very different and necessary surgeries. He and his staff and colleagues are excellent and I've referred others to him. I haven't met s surgeon with a kinder more down to earth but professional manner than Dr Dan. J
Shazza Boyce
Shazza Boyce
Feb 28, 2021
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I had surgery done in October 2020 and i couldn't be happier. Dr Rowe and his staff were wonderful, approachable and respectful and at the time i was in, Dr Rowe's surgical team where wonderful, i have never felt so at ease with a procedure in my life. From start to finish i cannot fault anything, although the out of pocket expense was a bit of a bummer it was still worth the fantastic results. Highly recommend Dr Dan Rowe.
Zoe Golder
Zoe Golder
Sep 02, 2020
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Dr Dan Rowe performed a bilateral setback otoplasty on my 5yr old son in December and we couldn't be happier! He and his staff are brilliant and I couldn't have asked for better care. What a lovely man! It baffles me that he can get poor reviews so I can only think these people wouldn't be happy with anyone! Thankyou so much for you amazing skills.
Dane De Jager
Dane De Jager
Jul 26, 2020
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Dr Rowe and his whole team/support staff are wonderful. Did a great job on my surgery, had ongoing support if I needed it and very prompt and professional in running their clinic. I see people complaining about costs and I wonder what insurance they have and whether they should be seeking private clinics as opposed to public; My costs were nothing but reasonable and expected with my insurance doing its job. I was advised to stay overnight at hospital however I felt I would recover better at home which both surgeon and anaesthatist supported me to do so. Grade A1, very friendly and kind. If I have
Julie Richman
Julie Richman
Feb 22, 2020
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Such a wonderful, gentle and compassionate doctor 🙂👍. Cannot recommend anyone better to take care of their patients. Deeply grateful
Courtney Arana
Courtney Arana
Nov 08, 2019
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Extremely professional , educated in his field of work . Makes you feel very comfortable from your first appointment to when you go into theatre and after care is outstanding. Dr Hatzifotis doesn’t rush you out of hospital he makes sure your ready and fit enough to go home . Great bed side manner, explains everything clearly. It is very rare to have a doctor/ surgeon taking the time to focus on patient centre care .Highly recommend Dr Micheal Hatzifotis true gentleman.
Larriece Evans
Larriece Evans
Oct 28, 2019
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Dr Michael Hatzifotis would have to be the best surgeons I’ve had, he’s not only a great surgeon but a beautiful human being and has the best best side manner for a specialist
Lisa Neilson
Lisa Neilson
Sep 10, 2019
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Dr Hatzifotis is a true professional. He is extremely thorough in his approach and he has a great team that all work towards the patients goal. I couldn’t have asked for a better team on my side to beat obesity. Thank you all so much.
Donna Miller
Donna Miller
Apr 25, 2019
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I had my gastric sleeve with Dr Hatifotis in 2012 ... best decision I ever made. He really cares about his patients and ensures they are looked after before & after surgery. Thank you.
Scott Pottage
Scott Pottage
Aug 12, 2018
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I am so very blessed that i found Dr Michael Hatzifotis as he is a very skilled and caring surgeon. He is very through and highly respected in the greenslopes hospital by all the staff that look after you after he has done his amazing work. once a gain thank you for helping me change my life.
Dave Price
Dave Price
Jul 31, 2017
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I've had a lot to do with Dr Michael over the last few years for a number of various ailments. Very easy to talk to. Extremely professional, hard working and just an awesome bloke.
I have absolute confidence in not only Michael but his whole team. They all completely get it.
5 Stars. Highly recommended.
Michael Hatzifotis
Michael Hatzifotis
Jan 16, 2014
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Proud of my little Cousin doing so many wonderful things in medicine and changing peoples' lives for the better. We all love you Cousin great to hear everyone speaking so highly of your care, compassion and perfection as an awesome surgeon. P.S. we need to go fishing more often.
Judy Stebbings
Judy Stebbings
Nov 29, 2013
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Dr Hatzifotis and his team are the best. I had my sleeve over a year ago have never had a problem. Have has to change appointments all the time due to family commitments and it is never a worry, they always do their best for me. A big thank you to all of his team