About Us | The Weight Loss Specialists

About us

You don’t need another plan. You need the right support.

Doctor and Nurse Practitioner-led care, focused on providing structured, evidence-based support tailored to individual health needs.

About The Weight Loss Specialists.

The Weight Loss Specialists is a medical clinic providing Doctor and Nurse Practitioner-led weight management care.

Our approach focuses on providing structured, evidence-based support to achieve sustainable results over time – we don’t believe in programs or one-size-fits-all plans, as your journey to better health should be supported at every stage.

Our services include not only medical weight loss solutions but also extends to bariatric referrals, dietitian support, lifestyle and exercise programming and post-weight loss consultations.

We provide support that works with you.

Meet the TWLS Team

Dr. Theo Birch
Specialist Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon

Dr Theo Birch is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, with qualifications in medicine, biomedicine, and economics from the University of Queensland. He has trained both in Australia and internationally, with experience across all areas of plastic surgery. His clinical interests include facial aesthetics, breast and body contouring, as well as skin cancer and hand surgery.

Dr. Steve Broad
FACEM | Emergency Physician

Dr Steven Broad is an Australian-trained Emergency Physician with over 20 years of experience across rural, regional, and tertiary hospitals. His areas of interest include perioperative care, sports medicine, weight management, and longevity. He is known for his clear, compassionate communication and patient-centred approach.

Jade Chapman
Nurse Practitioner

Jade is a Nurse Practitioner and Surgical Assistant with experience across a range of surgical specialties, including reconstructive and skin cancer procedures. She has a strong focus on preventative care, patient education, and providing personalised, evidence-based support.

Melaine Kaye
Nurse Practitioner

Melanie is a Nurse Practitioner with advanced qualifications in nursing and clinical practice. She has experience across surgical assistance, general practice, and weight management, providing structured, clinically guided care tailored to individual patient needs.

Becc Foden
Nurse Practitioner

Becc is a Nurse Practitioner and Operative Surgical Assistant with over 15 years of experience. Her background includes reconstructive surgery, orthopaedics, and skin cancer procedures. She is focused on delivering safe, compassionate care and building strong, supportive relationships with patients.

Aimee Vajtauer
Nurse Practitioner

Aimee is a Nurse Practitioner with a background in gastroenterology, including experience as an Endoscopist. She has a clinical interest in gut health, metabolic function, and weight management, supporting patients with a personalised and holistic approach to care.

Sammi Sheehan
Personal Trainer

Sammi is a Personal Trainer with over 10 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. She focuses on building sustainable habits through practical, tailored exercise programs designed to fit into everyday life. Her approach supports confidence, consistency, and long-term wellbeing.

Health, Not Hype

If you’re considering a medically guided approach to weight management, our team of Doctors and Nurse Practitioners can help you understand your individual needs & support you on your journey to better health.

There’s no pressure to commit – just clear, professional guidance.

Why Choose Us

At The Weight Loss Specialists, we understand that every patient is unique. That’s why our personalised approach to medical weight loss is developed by a professional multidisciplinary team, tailored to meet each individual’s specific needs. Our experts utilise evidence-based treatments, combined with cutting-edge weight loss programmes, to support you on your journey to a healthier you.

Expert Guidance

Our team of experienced specialists offers tailored weight loss plans, combining the latest medical treatments with practical lifestyle changes.

Holistic Approach

We focus on the big-picture, combining a range of solutions to help you achieve your goals.

Long-Term Support

We know that helping you achieve your goals is not set and forget. We offer long-term solutions to supporting you. 

Compassionate Care

We understand that approaching the challenge of weight loss is not an easy step for anyone. We focus on delivering you support with compassion.

Our Goal

We believe that long-term success is achievable through sustainable goals. Our comprehensive approach not only includes medical weight loss solutions but also extends to bariatric referrals, dietitian support, and post-weight loss consultations for a range of possible solutions. This multi-faceted support is delivered in conjunction with thorough suitability assessments at every stage.

DR THEO BIRCH

As one of our team of specialists; Dr Theo Birch is a fully qualified plastic surgeon and a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Biomed), Bachelor of Economics and a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Queensland.


Theo has trained both locally and abroad to cultivate a wide range of surgical skills and knowledge aimed at providing his patients with the best possible outcome. He is across all aspects of plastic surgery with special interests in facial aesthetics, breast, and body contouring, along with skin cancer and hand surgery, and of course, weight loss.


Theo is an active member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons, Australian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons and is a select member of the Australian Hand Surgery Society, with regular contributions to national and international meetings. Theo is hardworking, honest and will always put his patients interest above all.

LEARN IF YOU'RE SUITABLE

With a focus on creating a respectful and supportive environment, we empower our patients to take control of their health and well-being. Get in touch with us at The Weight Loss Specialists and get started with your suitability assessment to find out if we can help.