First Visit Guide
Your First Visit Guide: Prepare for your first visit with us by reviewing our helpful guide, which outlines what to expect and how to make the most of your appointment.
The Value of Good Health
Take the First Step to Better Health: Taking the first step towards better health is the most important part of your journey. Let us support you in making positive changes that will improve your quality of life.
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Meet Assoc. Professor Christos Apostolou
Assoc. Professor Christos Apostolou is a specialist General Surgeon in the fields of upper gastrointestinal, liver, biliary and pancreatic Surgery. Graduating from the University of Cape Town in 1996, he undertook surgical training and qualified as a General Surgeon in South Africa in 2003…
Is Robotic Surgery for me?
Discover the benefits of robotic surgery and how it can enhance your surgical experience.
- Minimally Invasive: Less pain and quicker recovery.
- Precision Control: Greater surgical accuracy.
- Faster Recovery: Shorter hospital stays.
- Lower Infection Risk: Reduced chance of infections.
- Enhanced Visualization: Improved navigation and outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Robotic-assisted repair is used for a range of hernias, including inguinal, ventral, incisional, and recurrent cases. Suitability for a robotic approach is assessed individually for each patient.
Day-stay discharge is the primary approach for many suitable robotic hernia repairs, though this depends on individual case complexity and patient factors. This is discussed at consultation.
Yes, complex and recurrent hernias — including cases previously treated elsewhere — are a particular area of focus.
A GP or specialist referral is recommended for Medicare rebates and continuity of care, though please contact the rooms directly to confirm current booking requirements.
Yes, laparoscopic cholecystectomy is performed for gallstones and related conditions, including management of common bile duct stones and ERCP where indicated.
Both are minimally invasive techniques. The choice between them depends on individual case factors and is discussed as part of consultation and assessment.
Yes, laparoscopic and robotic anti-reflux surgery (fundoplication) is performed for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, including revisional cases and cases associated with hiatus hernia.
Sydney Adventist Hospital: When driving into the SAN Hospital please park in the P1 ORANGE CARPARK. Go to Level 2 and walk across drop off zone following signs to the Clark Tower straight from the carpark and enter the San Integrated Cancer Centre. We are located opposite the reception desk in Suite 220.
Northern Beaches Hospital: Entry by car is from Frenchs Forest Road. You can access Frenchs Forest Road from Warringah Road, Wakehurst Parkway or Forest Way.
Paid parking is available in the hospital car park. The best entrance to the car park is via Warringah Road. Please use this entrance where ever possible.
Patient and visitor parking is located on ground level up to level 6. Spaces opposite the lifts on every level are allocated for disabled parking.
Cover depends on your individual policy and level of hospital cover. Please contact your health fund to confirm your benefits, and our rooms can provide a cost estimate following consultation.
Recovery time varies by procedure and individual patient factors. Many patients return to light activity within a short period, with a personalised recovery plan discussed at consultation.
A/Prof Apostolou holds a NSW Health Visiting Medical Officer appointment at Northern Beaches Hospital, in addition to private practice at Sydney Adventist Hospital. Please contact the rooms to discuss options.
To date, A/Prof Apostolou has performed over 360 robotic inguinal hernia repairs and over 115 robotic ventral/umbilical hernia repairs, with 10 years’ experience in robotic surgery since accreditation in 2015.
Fees are based on the services provided and may vary depending on the procedure and individual circumstances. Private practice fees apply, with consideration for gap arrangements on a case-by-case basis. Our team can provide further information about expected costs after a consultation with A/Prof Apostolou.
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We consult at
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Sydney Adventist Hospital
Suite 220, Level 2, Clark Tower
185 Fox Valley Road
Wahroonga NSW 2076 -
Northern Beaches Hospital
Suite 16 Level 7
105 Frenchs Forest Rd W
Frenchs Forest NSW 2086
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