The Aurora Care Plan
Because long-term success needs long-term support.
At Aurora Bariatrics & Metabolic Medicine, we know that the most important part of your weight loss journey isn’t just the surgery — it’s the care that surrounds it.
That’s why we created the Aurora Care Plan: a comprehensive, multidisciplinary program that supports you before, during, and after bariatric surgery or medical weight loss treatment.
From the moment you first reach out to long after your recovery, we’re here with expert medical guidance, lifestyle and emotional support, a structured plan designed for sustainable long-term results and a team that genuinely cares about your success.
A Team Built Around You
Your care is never limited to a single appointment or provider. Instead, you’ll be supported by a team of highly experienced specialists across:
- Bariatric Surgery – Tailored procedures including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass
- Metabolic Medicine – Alternatives like medical weight management and weight loss GLP-1 medications (e.g., Ozempic, Wegovy)
- Accredited Dietitians – Guidance through every dietary stage: pre-op, post-op, and beyond
- Allied Health Support – Physical activity, emotional wellbeing, and behaviour change
We work together as one integrated team — with you at the centre of everything we do.
Find out more about the team here to support you: Meet The Team
Your Journey Through the Aurora Plan
Step 1: Comprehensive Consultation
Your journey begins with a detailed consult with Dr Ruth Blackham, Perth’s leading bariatric surgeon. We go beyond your weight or BMI to understand your health history, lifestyle, goals, and concerns.
You’ll receive personalised advice and have time to ask questions, explore all your options, and get a clear understanding of what’s right for you — whether that’s surgery, medication, or lifestyle changes.
Step 2: Personalised Treatment Plan
Every patient is different — so your plan is never one-size-fits-all. Your care plan may include:
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y or One-Anastomosis)
- Medical Weight Loss Support (e.g. GLP-1 injections)
- Lifestyle or behavioural support
We explain everything clearly and honestly, so you know exactly what to expect — with no surprises.
Step 3: Safe & Supportive Treatment
If surgery is the right option, we’ll guide you every step of the way. Our surgical care is built on:
- Evidence-based protocols
- Minimally invasive techniques
- Kind, patient-first care from our experienced inpatient team
From pre-op preparation to your hospital stay, you’ll feel safe, seen, and supported.
Step 4: Dedicated Aftercare & Long-Term Follow-up
This is where Aurora truly sets itself apart
At Aurora Bariatrics, we believe great outcomes start with great aftercare. That’s why we’ve developed one of the most structured and supportive follow-up programs in Australia.
Your aftercare includes:
- Regular post-op check-ins for 12 months with your surgeon, nurse practitioner, and bariatric GP
- Access to the SleevePlus program (optional, at no additional consultation cost)
- Ongoing access to dietitians for personalised nutrition advice and behaviour support (optional, additional cost)
- The Aurora Box — a welcome kit designed to help kick-start your journey
From your first kilo lost to long-term success, we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Why Our Care Plan Matters
Too often, patients feel unsupported after surgery. Quick consults. Generic plans. No follow-up.
That’s not how we work.
With Aurora, you’re not just a patient. You’re a partner in your own transformation — and we’re here to walk it with you, every step of the way.
Ready to Get Started?
If you're considering bariatric surgery in Perth or looking for a more supportive approach to medical weight loss, take the first step today.
Experience the difference of truly patient-led care with Dr Ruth Blackham and her team.
