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Laparoscopic view of the liver and large bowel in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen

Identification of the gallbladder underneath the liver

Lateral dissection of the gallbladder wall with a hook diathermy

Medial dissection of the gallbladder wall

Gallbladder (cystic) duct clipped with a laparoscopic stapler

Insertion of a small catheter in the cystic duct for the cholangiogram

Cystic duct and artery clipped before being divided with laparoscopic scissors

Gallbladder dissected off the liver with hook diathermy

Cholangiogram showing contrast flowing into the small bowel

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- Hurstville

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5.0

Based on 106 reviews

Prof Chris Berney | Upper-GI & Hernia Surgeon

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Maria Tsolakis

1733555595

I was very fortune to be operated on by Professor BernieWhat can I say about Professor BernieFrom the first day we walked in to his rooms I felt at easeThe beautiful friendly staff made you feel relaxWhen I meet Professor Bernie I was very nervous he made me feel at ease and very relaxedHe explained my procedure as it was going to be a big and complicated operation (Hernia)His expertise and professionalism is outstandingHe is a beautiful person that with his friendly approach and calm gentle manner I felt i had nothing to worry about I was in the best handI had my 6 hour operation by Professor Bernie he went above and beyond and everything went wellHe has not missed one day to come and visit me even after a very busy day operating or at his roomsHe is the best Professor with an amazing knowledge and outstanding bed mannersI feel lucky and bless to have meet Professor BernieI can’t thank him enoughHe has saved me from a very painful and discomfort hernia that was going on for to longHis beautiful staff where very helpful and always happy to answer any questions you haveI can’t thank him enough 🥰❤️Thank you Professor Bernie

Wei Shi

1731050280

I recently underwent surgery for a rare lumbar hernia, and I feel compelled to share my exceptional experience with Prof Chris Berney. From the initial consultation to post-operative care, Rrof Chris Berney's expertise and patient-centered approach were evident throughout the entire process.His expertise, clear communication, and the support of his office team all contributed to a smooth and successful treatment journey. I'm grateful for the care I received and confident in recommending Prof Chris Berney to others facing similar health challenges.

Suzan Fodda

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Dr Chris berney is a amazing doctor he did a fantastic job on my mum but her parksion is still not so good but with parksion it will not get better but he did a great job

LOURDES MALFARA

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Brett Hayes

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My Mother was very unwell. We had been to several specialist Dr’s and done many tests but were getting no where.We contacted Prof. Berney who took the time to go through all of the information (it was a very complex case), ask relevant questions and then give us some options. He made my Mother feel confident and comfortable. Once we decide to go ahead he immediately organised the procedure and then continued to check in on my Mother and liaise with other Dr’s whilst she was in hospital. He even took the time to call me and explain what was happening. His warmth and caring as well as his ability as a surgeon was above and beyond what we expected. My Mother is finally on the road to recovery and it could not have happened without Prof. Berney. I can’t recommend him enough. Thank you very much!

Michael McGrillen

1724133784

Dr Berney is very professional and offers a very effective service. 100% happy with the result of my surgery.

Darryl Nelson

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My Dad is 85 and in generally good health. He recently had a hernia operation with Prof Berney. Being that age, I was worried about the operation, but it was successful and my Dad soldiers on! Very little pain during his recovery too. Thank you Prof Berney!

Kallan Richards

1723273154

I had a groin hernia which was pretty large, the dr and team, were super professional and helpful. I was nervous about the surgery, and recovery time. However, within a matter 3 weeks after surgery I was pretty much back to 100% and zero pain.

Mina Moussa

1722555001

Dr is great, thankful I found him and the team.

David Tolhurst

1720476925

Professor Berney was extremely helpful in explaining the procedure. Recovery time was much quicker and less painful than expected. Follow up visits were also performed professionally. He is very good at what he does. Totally recommend him to any one that requires his expertise!

Stu Woods

1720299716

The whole staff team were efficient and communicated well.My surgery was problem free, the scar is fading well.I praise God for the great outcome.I would definitely recommend the Professor and his team.

Wayne Randell

1719819155

Found every thing professional and of The highest standards and professional highly recommendThank youRobert randell

George Ajkay

1718586951

Fantastic from the time you walk into reception, polite helpful, professional. Procedures smooth and painless follow up in hospital even on public holiday and post operation check ups with ultimate care. Could not wish for better. Would highly recommend..

ENSUE Global Tracking Solutions

1718460363

Very happy with his service, very professional. Operation was very successful and with least discomfort. Would recommend him to anyone with a hernia procedure. Thank you once again!

Nessie Riggs

1718157255

Prof. Berney is a great surgeon... had a hiatus hernia that required surgery... his amazing skill and team made this process less scary and he was very accommodating and personable. I can't thank him enough.

Harry Solomou

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I had a triple hernia procedure done by Prof.Berney.He was fantastic in answering and explaining all my questions before and after the operation. Even with my multiple large hernias he recommended laparoscopic surgery which allowed me to recover quicker. He has done a fantastic job as I am back to normal without any complications. I highly recommend him. Harry

Ana Carvalho

1716199296

Fantastic Doctor very happy with the operation couldn’t ask for better than this

Fiona Daniels

1715564601

Professor Berney is an excellent Dr and I would highly recommend him. I had surgery for a double hernia, stayed overnight in hospital and went home the next day. I am now pain free and thankful that I went to him for the surgery.

Antoine Khoury

1714105910

Prof Chris Berney is the best surgeon, very professional and highly qualified.I had a double hernia done and went home the same day with zero pain and discomfort. I was a bit restricted in movement for 2-3 days but after that I was able to move freely, and after 2 weeks felt very normal moving freely and even lifting weights. From day one I did not need any pain medicine as there was no need for it.I very highly recommend Dr Berney and I could have not asked to be in better hands.Thanks Dr, I'm sure you always be on top of things.

michael usherwood

1712978109

I am a 60 year old male who had Inguinal Hernia. I didn’t know which surgent to use, so I looked up the best reviews that I could find and found that Prof Berney had 5 star and excellent reviews, so I decided to go with him. I had Laparoscopic / Keyhole procedure with mesh. I stayed in hospital over night with minimal pain for 3 days, after 1week I had hardly any pain. After 4 weeks I was doing everything as per normal. It’s been 8 weeks since my procedure now and I feel excellent. I thank Prof Chris Berney and his lovely staff and would recommend him to my Family and Friends.

Spiro Triantafillou

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Dr Berney was fantastic and is highly recommend, he is the most caring and professional, surgeon I’ve ever come across. He takes his time to answer all your questions you have, which makes you feel comfortable and know you are in great hands. Thank you Dr Berney and your Team I am thankful to have met you and that your were my surgeon.Once again I highly recommend Dr Berney and his team

Enas Leventis

1711364075

Chris and his team were great, I fully recovered after 5 weeks with minimal pain only on the first week

Chris O'Loughlin

1711347536

After a previous procedure some 5 years back I returned to Prof Berney recently for a similar procedure, Prof Chris Berney, calm reassuring and thoroughly professional. Most pleasant and helpful experience also with reception and booking team Morgan and Lauren.

Ella George

1710289358

Prof Chris Berney Highly Recommended Surgeon, excellent service throughout the process of bowl cancer

Steve Single

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I found Prof Chris Berney to be the ultimate professional. Had two separate surgeries and made a full recovery with no complications.

Aloya Po

1705740813

Dr Chris Berney is very good and kind doctor, Professional and helpful , Thank you so much Dr Chris Berney 💗

Than Du

1704502548

Prof Berney is very skillful and caring to his patients. He has a very good heart. His staff are nice and polite.

Anthony Mesiti

1704176165

Prof. Chris Berney treated my 73 year old mother. Prof. Berney and his team were extremely professional and caring throughout the whole process we would highly recommend him.

michael knott

1704158006

The prof is a brilliant, caring, highly skilled surgeon. I came out of my hernia op with no pain, rapid recovery and detailed post op consultancy. Thank you Christopher Berney for everything and being there for me.

Robyn Partridge

1702948429

An amazing surgeon. From understanding the problem to a painless result with a lovely bedside manner. This is the surgeon for you.

Therese Assaf

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Amazing Dr, very professional, friendly, very confident, and does the best to treat his patient..my old mum becomes good as soon as she sees him, she had complications in her stomach, he picked up the problem and now she very well..Big Thank you Dr Berney..God bless you

Grant Taylor

1702251198

I saw Dr Berney for an umbilical hernia repair and am extremely happy with the outcome.In the initial consult Dr Berney explained the issue in an easy to understand manner, advised the option to proceed with surgery and what activities I could do without making it worse.I went ahead with the surgery and appreciated the clear information pre and post op. Recovery went smooth and am now looking forward to returning (gradually) to training.Dr Berney is incredibly knowledgeable in his field but also has a great bedside manner. I highly recommend to anyone needing a hernia repair.

Samira Hourani

1701644471

Dr Berney was honestly the best, most caring, professional, most kindhearted surgeon I’ve ever come across. His knowledge is beyond words and the way he takes his time to answer questions you have, you just feel like he genuinely cares. I felt so comfortable and knew I was in great hands. Thank you so much Dr Berney and I am grateful to have met you. If I could give more stars for the rating I definitely would ! ❤️❤️❤️

C F

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I had an inguinal hernia in late 2022. It has been about a year since Prof Chris Berney fixed the hernia by inserting a mesh with keyhole surgery. Since then I have had no issues and the hernia and the pain have completely gone.Originally, there were some delays getting to see other surgeons; I don't think my problem was seen as high priority. We found Chris' profile online at the end of November and booked an appointment. Overall, he was very friendly and gave me a lot of opportunity to ask questions. Prof Berney was very good and rapid with the surgery plus check-up being completed prior to Christmas. It was a relief going into 2023 with everything fixed.I had cover from my private health insurance and the procedure was done at Waratah Private Hospital. Chris is slightly more expensive than some but I got a very good result and will not hesitate to contact him again if I need any future surgery for other problems.

Gloria Barakat

1699953495

Prof Berney was very professional, caring and informative. He answered all my questions and concerns and performed a great surgery with all complications aside. I would definitely recommend him to all my family and friends

Mina Moussa

1699654898

Amazing at his job, I had bilateral hernias and a complicated anatomy. Prof Berney did the job and I feel great, thank you so much, really glad I found you.

Peter Balafas

1699241648

Very professional, smiling, trusting, knowledge, good communication,very highly recommend 🙏🙏

Remzije Bozic

1697329377

I’m so grateful that I found a great specialist. I was suffering for such a long time and now all the issues are gone. Not only a great surgeon but such a lovely person as well . Thank you so much

Warren Mary Humphrey

1696933670

After visiting 3 other Surgeons Hernia Specialists I organised a review with Prof Berney as I had watched his procedures on YouTube and read a fair amount about him Google etc. His reviews also provided me some optimism that he could fix what other couldn’t.Previous to my visit I had provided Dr Burney with recent Ultrasound /MRI / Reports / Pathology etc…. I wanted him to be as informed about my condition as possible and provide me (like the others) his expert surgical assessment.My initial meeting with him was tough love -“Stop smoking - lose weight and I’ll do my best to fix you !” He was very respectful - and honest with me. He didn’t sugarcoat anything and advised me of all of the risks of this complex surgery.I believed Prof Berney was my best option of success given the 4 surgeons I had consulted. He explained his approach in detail that I could understand and took time doing so.After accepting Prof Berney’s terms I booked in for surgery.I returned to him and underwent BTI day surgery @ Waratah Private - this was pain free. I rested at home for the next 2.5 weeks, lost a little more weight and returned for the big day.Surgery day came around quickly and I couldn’t wait- Botox had done its job and back was killing me - tummy wax like jelly.I underwent a 5 hr plus marathon procedure - Laparoscopic/open extensive adhesiolysis (cutting & removing Adhesions), with mesh repair of incision hernia, partial excision of old mesh, neurovascular flap repair - rejoin rectus muscles etc…..Operation was problematic as I had extensive intra-abdominal adhesions with small bowl loops, transverse colon and greater omentum plastered against my abdominal wall. 15 x 9 cm incarcerated recurrent Hernia successfully repaired - previous abdominal scar excised and new mesh secured.Abdomen all sutured up and may allow me future Baywatch / Bondi rescue appearances ?? Honestly the scar is better than I’d expected - 100% better than before.I remained in hospital under Prof Berney/ Dr Moollan’s watchful care. Absolutely minimal pain if any experienced throughout.Post surgery 2 months (wearing Binder), I’ve had my 2nd review and all going very well and I have gone from a 2XL to wearing a Large pair of trousers. I can bend / twist move, walk pain free. Tummy is firming up due to the Botox wearing off.Thank you Prof Berney / Dr Moolan and Dr Leggett for agreeing to conduct surgery on my broken body. You have not only delivered but exceeded my expectations- thank-you for taking away the pain, cramps and sleepiness nights.

Christine Williams

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I have been patient of Dr Berney for about 20 months. I had a paraoesophageal Hiatus Hernia; with no symptoms or pain just low iron count.I had it repaired 16 months ago, experienced no pain after the surgery and was allowed home on the fourth day after the surgery.Dr Berney has very good communication skills, explained everything and when speaking to my son after the surgery was very informative about how the surgery went.He is a very experienced surgeon, and he follows-up the surgery with regular check-ups. I was in good hands.I would not hesitate to recommend him.

Maria Campisi

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Dr Chris Berney is a wonderful and kind surgeon. He performed my gallbladder removal operation and he was very patient with me and wonderful. The operation went very well and I feel great. Would highly recommend ✅

Patrick Mannix

1691390125

I am a 78-year old male who recently underwent surgery for two hernias using laparoscopic or keyhole surgery by Dr. Chris Berney. The operation was minimally invasive using 3 very small holes in the abdomen which healed within a week with outstanding results - I was back playing golf within a month and experienced no pain from the procedure. I stayed only one night in hospital and was home the day after the surgery. I highly commend Dr. Berney to anyone needing surgery for a hernia and am testimony to the fact that laparoscopic surgery is suitable for healthy older individuals for the repair of hernias.Patrick Mannix

Nigela Bagtang

1689721783

Dear Professor Berney, I can’t thank you enough for the special, excellent care you have provided and for the unique gift you are to your patients. Your compassion and kindness was truly appreciated! You are amazing, and I am grateful you are my surgeon and I am under your care. I pray that God’s blessings are upon you! I also want to extend my gratitude to your wonderful team. You are remarkable human beings. It’s obvious you love what you do because you are very good at it. May God continue to bless you and your families.

Kathlene Fry

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Dr Berney is the absolute best in his field his skills, kindness and care is phenomenal and I can’t thank him enough for fixing my dad. He operated on my 75 year old father who had a complex hernia on his stomach (15x21cm) with absolute precision and care. My father had waited in a rural hospital for over 2 years for the procedure, when it came time, they realised it was too large and dangerous to undergo in a country hospital. My dad was then referred to a private doctor who quoted him over $50k for the surgery as an out of pocket fee. Desperate for a better outcome, I did some research and called Dr Berney. I can honestly say it was the best decision of my life. Dr Berney is extremely knowledgeable, honest , efficient and highly skilled. The team is fantastic at communicating all the steps and procedures leading up to surgery. The hospital provided excellent care during the surgery considering the size of the hernia. After care was exceptional. Dr Berney is a master craftsman and I cannot recommend him enough for someone that you love.

David Saad

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Professor Christophe Berney is the ultimate professional who takes great pride in his work.Professor Berney always made sure i was comfortable and he always asked if i had any questions to which his answers always put me at ease.Professor Berney took his time thoroughly explaining the procedures and the steps, not once did he try to rush me.Professor Berney gave me alot of confidence hence why i chose to go ahead with him for the surgery, he was my second opinion and luckily i got that second opinion.The first surgeon i got referred to didn't give me that confidence, hence why i got a second opinion.Professor Berney and his team were great pre-surgery, during surgery and post-surgery.It was my first inguinal hernia operation and as a self employed business owner i didn't need any more stress or anxiety.I just wanted a smooth, hassle free operation and consultations without any added stress and thats exactly what i got by seeing Professor Berney.Professor Berney and his staff were always polite, respectful and very friendly.I highly recommend Professor Berney to anyone considering operating on a hernia or any other surgery that he might do.His experience is second to none the Professor is a pioneer of his industry.Thanks again Professor Berney and teamGod bless 🙏

Christopher Coughlan

1685916105

Dr Berney was very professional and easy to understand he explained everything perfectly I feel perfect 100% again thank you Dr Berney

Anne Todd

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My name is Carolyn Adams, I am a 75year old woman of a solid build, and I consulted Dr. Chris Berney for symptoms of an inguinal hernia.Dr. Berney operated laparoscopically on my hernia. My recovery was rapid with no complications. In fact I was back leading my normal life within a very short time and within five weeks went on an adventure cruise to a remote area of the Kimberly. Iam very happy to have been able to have had laparoscopic surgery as opposed to open surgery.

jumana faraj

1684701756

Wonderful experience with Dr Chris berney. He was a wonderful and charismatic surgeon, the staff was always helpful and kind. They ensured I had a smooth prep, surgery, and follow-up highly recommend .

Maria Worner

1684641806

Towards the end of 2022 I was referred to Dr Berney for a hernia problem and arrangements were made for an operation which had to be rescheduled to early 2023 due to contracting Covid. Just before Xmas I experienced some abdominal pain and thinking it was hernia related, contacted Dr Berney who suggested I have an abdominal scan. Long story short, it was appendicitis and Dr Berney squeezed me into his list and operated the following day. Dr Berney explained after that the operation had some complications which he managed to overcome. Subsequently in February I had the hernia operation which went smoothly. Dr Berney's professional skills gave me an outcome for which I and my family were 100% satisfied and very grateful. He is also extremely approachable with a knack of explaining complicated medical issues in a way that you can understand. I cannot recommend Dr Berney more highly enough.

Paul Barrett

1684543774

Professor Bernay is an excellent specialist. He is highly qualified and a very likeable person with a pleasing personality. My wife and I would strongly recommend him to anyone with medical issues in his field of expertise.

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