There are a number of items your doctor and dietician may recommend for you before and after your gastric surgery.

Recovery after gastric surgery requires more than just rest – it demands specialised care. At South West Hospital Pharmacy, our pharmacists are experienced in supporting patients through post-gastric treatment plans. We understand the unique medication protocols, nutritional supplements, and potential side effects that come with these types of procedures.

Our team works closely with your medical professionals to ensure continuity of care, providing tailored advice and the right medications to support your recovery. From managing pain relief to guiding you through essential vitamin and mineral supplementation, we’re here to make your transition smoother, safer, and more comfortable.

With convenient access and a compassionate approach, we help you focus on healing—because a new you deserves expert support every step of the way.

The NDSS is an initiative of the Australian Government that delivers diabetes-related products at subsidised prices and provides information and support services to people with diabetes. Registration is free and open to all Australians diagnosed with diabetes.

As an NDSS Access Point, you can access from us products including:

• Blood glucose monitors
• Testing strips
• Pens for insulin cartridges
• Pen needles
• Lancets
• Sharps disposal containers
• Hypoglycaemia supplements

If you have a full sharps disposal container that you need to discard, you can bring it back to us for safe disposal at no cost.

We are able to provide advice with most aspects of diabetes management including:

• Medication management
• Purchase and set-up of new blood glucose monitors
• Help with existing machines
• A diabetes medication review