By booking an appointment with Vasectomy Australia, you can take advantage of our no-scalpel technique; a safe and effective process with a quicker recovery period (roughly around seven days), that is now more cost efficient than ever before.
The safest and easiest vasectomy Ballina men can access is performed in under 30 minutes. Vasectomy Australia's open-ended no-scalpel vasectomy technique has the lowest risk of complications possible, and it is one of the most accessible options for a vasectomy in Ballina for Northern Rivers men.
Our Vasectomy Clinic location is the preferred location for people across the Northern Rivers, servicing people from in and around Ballina, including Byron Bay, Lennox Head, Lismore, Mullumbimby, Evan's Head and much more.
The vasectomy procedure provides almost zero risk of possible pregnancy
What can a vasectomy do for me?
The vasectomy procedure creates a permanent method of contraception by closing the sperm-carrying tubes, removing any chance of pregnancy. This procedure is performed quickly (in under 30 minutes), and it does not require a general anaesthetic.
When it comes to having a vasectomy, Northern Rivers men can trust Dr Matt Valentine, who has performed over 8000 vasectomies. His vasectomy pricing is very affordable, and the easy consultation process means you can have your consultation via our clinic, or over the phone, making the process as easy and painless as possible. Online bookings are also available and if you are outside of Ballina, Vasectomy Australia has a range of vasectomy clinic locations around New South Wales, and Australia.
Introducing Dr. Matthew Valentine
Dr Valentine completed his medical degree at the University of Adelaide in 2000. Following a two year internship and residency at the Royal Adelaide Hospital Dr Valentine spent 5 years working full-time as a Medical Officer in the Royal Australian Air Force.
Dr Valentine has been performing vasectomies in Brisbane since 2008, having initially trained in the traditional technique with Dr Greg Silver. He has subsequently undergone further training in the USA, specialising in the No Scalpel Vasectomy Technique. Having performed over 8000 vasectomies, Dr Valentine currently performs vasectomies in metropolitan Brisbane, regional Queensland, Gold Coast and Adelaide.
Dr Valentine is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and holds the position of Designated Aviation Medical Examiner with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
How much will I need to pay for a vasectomy procedure?
The cost of a no-scalpel vasectomy with Vasectomy Australia:
| Vasectomy Fee | $795 |
| Less Medicare Rebate | $222 |
| Out of Pocket Cost | $573 |
Please use this link to access complete information on our cancellation, rescheduling and no show policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Sydney - Vasectomy Centre
- Newcastle - Cooks Hill Healthcare Hub
- Wollongong - Dapto Medical Centre
- Central Coast - Wyoming Medical and Dental Centre
- Dubbo - Western Plains Medical Centre
- Melbourne - Gladstone Park Superclinic
- Adelaide - Medical Centre
- Rockhampton - CQ Doctors
Our vasectomy procedure will take about 15-20 minutes.
Yes, we recommend that you read our “Preparing for your Vasectomy” page for all of the information you need to ensure you are ready for this life-changing procedure. Our team is always on hand to answer any questions that you may have to ensure that you are completely comfortable with this procedure.
Vasectomies can be reversed, however the reversal is an expensive process that does not always yield the results that you desire. If you enter this procedure thinking that you may have a means of reversing it later, you may want to re-consider your options of this otherwise permanent contraception method, as it will help ensure that you are definitely ready to undergo it. Reversals are not covered by Medicare and can often cost upwards of $5000.
It is our recommendation that you have someone drive you home by private vehicle or cab / Uber. Public transport is also acceptable.
If this is not possible it's important you wait at least 20 minutes after leaving the procedure room, and feel 100% fine, before you commence driving. If you feel lightheaded while driving, pull over immediately.
Our surgeon's experience means a reduced rate of complication, but all surgical procedures carry an element of risk. Your consent form will detail all of the relevant risks, the most prominent of which can be:
- Bruising that will usually disappear after about a week
- Mild pain and swelling that will decrease a few days after your procedure.
A less common complication can include a large bruise within the scrotum, however you can reduce your chances of this by avoiding any lifting of heavy objects in the days after your procedure. If this is necessary for the type of work you do, you will require some time off work.
It is very important to note that the vasectomy procedure does not work immediately. You must continue to use other forms of contraception and consider yourself fertile until our team has confirmed to you that your procedure is successful and you are no longer at risk.
This confirmation will involve a semen analysis at the three-month mark to confirm that you are sterile. The reason for this is that it is possible for some remaining semen to exist within the tubes post procedure; which will require time for your body to "clean out the pipes" to confirm the risk of pregnancy is nil.
The answer to this question really depends on the type of work you do. If your work involves manual labour, it is vital that you do not lift anything heavy for the first week.
If, on the other hand, you work in an office, you can often go straight back to work. A medical certificate can be provided by our team if you require one to stay home longer.
In most cases it is fine to resume sexual activity after about one week. This can differ based on your individual healing ability, so we recommend taking it slow, and it is vitally important to remember to continue other forms of contraception until we have given you the all-clear.
Once you have had your vasectomy and paid for it, we will process your Medicare rebate on your behalf. You will usually receive your payment into the bank account you have nominated with Medicare within 48 hours. If you have not received the payment 1 week after your vasectomy please email info@vasectomyaustralia.com.au and we will chase it up.
For more information about your Medicare rebate please visit https://vasectomyaustralia.com.au/medicare/
To answer this question there is some good news and bad news.
The bad news: you won't be able to use your private health insurance when you have a vasectomy with us.
That's because we do our vasectomies in medical centres rather than in a private hospital. Private health insurance is only of benefit when you have your procedure performed in a hospital or day surgery by a urologist.
So what's the good news?
The good news is that it will almost certainly work out more affordable to have your procedure with Vasectomy Australia.
This is because of a few reasons:
- Private Health usually requires you pay an excess. This excess might be $500 or even up to $1000. A vasectomy with us is only $573 out of pocket.
- Your urologist will almost certainly have a gap on their fee. This will vary but again could range from a few hundred dollars to over $1000.
- Nearly all surgeons will want you to be asleep when you have your vasectomy. This means an anaesthetic fee and - you guessed it - a gap fee.
Once you add up these 3 fees you may end up being $2000 or more out of pocket. With insurance!
When you choose Vasectomy Australia you know exactly what your fee will be - $573 out of pocket. No if, ands or maybes. No "it depends on your health fund". No "you will have to check with the anaesthetist".
Just one fee so you can know exactly what you will pay and can plan for this. Privately insured or not, you will be getting your procedure with one of Australia's top vasectomists at an affordable price.
Our Locations
To book an appointment for vasectomy in Ballina
- Book Online
- 1800 SNIPME (1800 764 763)
- Ballina Health Centre
32 Tamar Street,
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