Dr Roy Brancatisano

With over 25 years of experience in bariatric surgery, Dr Roy Brancatisano is a renowned leader in the field. Following specialized surgical training in Sydney and London, Dr Brancatisano has performed well over 4,000 weight loss surgery operations, using advanced laparoscopic techniques to reduce patient discomfort and minimize risks. He is particularly recognized for his innovative technique of gastric sleeve resection, which involves full reinforcement and imbrication of the staple line to greatly reduce leaks and bleeding dangers.

As the founder of the Institute of Weight Control in 2003, Dr Brancatisano developed the 'Circle of Care' program, a comprehensive approach to patient care that has been highly successful in assisting patients to achieve their goal of long-term weight loss and a healthier lifestyle. With a team of dedicated health professionals including physicians, dietitians, psychologists, and physiotherapists, the Circle of Care program has helped over 6,000 patients to date.

Dr Brancatisano is committed to evidence-based surgery, emphasizing the need for data collection, audits, and publication in peer-reviewed journals. He is proud of the exceptional surgical outcomes and results achieved by his patients and has contributed significantly to the Bariatric Surgery Register in Australia and New Zealand.

Dr Brancatisano is also an active member of several leading professional organisations, including the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO), the Australia & New Zealand Metabolic & Obesity Surgery Society (ANZMOSS), and the Asia Pacific Bariatric Surgery Society (APBSS). He continues to perform laparoscopic upper gastrointestinal surgery, including anti-reflux procedures, hernia repair, and endoscopies.