If you are looking for the safest and easiest vasectomy option in Melbourne; Vasectomy Australia performs an open-ended no-scalpel vasectomy at our Melbourne Vasectomy Centre clinic in South Yarra, as well as Gladstone Park, providing a permanent method of contraception by closing the sperm-carrying tubes, removing the possibility of future pregnancy.
Our convenient Melbourne locations are designed to help provide easier access for Melbourne men looking to achieve a greater peace of mind. Click on the location best situated for you, to learn more about our service and how we can help you.
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What is a vasectomy?
The vasectomy procedure is a simple process in which the vas deferens (vas) is cut to cause sterilisation in a male. The vas is a tube that carries sperm from the testicles where it is made to the penis. On the way, sperm is joined by semen, so your ejaculate contains both sperm and semen.
Sperm makes up a very small percentage (less than 5%) so most men will not notice any change in the volume of their ejaculate after a vasectomy. Dr Cashion performs this procedure regularly in Melbourne as well as other vasectomy clinic locations throughout Australia.
Why Choose Vasectomy Australia
- All of Vasectomy Australia’s doctors have undergone expert training under world leading vasectomists
- Our doctors have dedicated their full time practice to vasectomy and each perform over 1000 cases a year
- We use a gentle technique allowing fast recovery with minimal downtime
- Affordable price
- IV Sedation available
- 24 Hours after-care support
- No scalpel and open-ended techniques
- Multiple locations close to patients across Australia
- Same day consultation and procedure
- Free phone consultations available
- Online bookings available
Our Locations in Melbourne
The Melbourne Vasectomy Centre
Melbourne – South Yarra
- Suite 10, Level 8
9 Yarra Street, South Yarra Vic 3141
Other Locations in Melbourne
Melbourne – Gladstone Park
- Shop 102 Gladstone Park Shopping Centre
Gladstone Park Drive, Gladstone Park VIC 3043
Pricing
The cost of a no-scalpel vasectomy with Vasectomy Australia:
Vasectomy Fee | $795 |
Less Medicare Rebate | $222 |
Out of Pocket Cost | $573 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
A vasectomy is a simple procedure where the vas deferens (vas) the is cut to cause sterilisation in a male.
The vas is a tube that carries sperm from the testicles where it is made to the penis. On the way sperm is joined by semen so your ejaculate contains both sperm and semen. Sperm makes up a very small percentage (less than 5%). Because we are only stopping sperm being made most men will not notice any change in the volume of their ejaculate after a vasectomy.
There are a couple of ways to categorise the vasectomy procedure methods:
1. Traditional Vs No-Scalpel
The traditional method involves using a scalpel to make an incision on each side of the scrotum to access the vas.
The No-scalpel method uses blunt dissection and usually only involves one hole being made through which the vas from both sides is accessed. The no-scalpel technique results in lower complication rates such as bruising and bleeding.
2. Open-ended Vs Closed-ended
The open ended technique means that the end of the vas attached to the testicle is left open. Why does this matter? Well after a vasectomy the testicle is going to continue to make sperm and this sperm needs to go somewhere. By allowing it to be released into the scrotum we reduce the incidence of “congestion” or the feeling of pressure from sperm backing up (think of a kinked hose with the tap running).
The closed-ended technique means the testicular end of the vas is clamped with a suture or a clip.
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.
We do everything we can to reduce the rate of complications but all surgical procedures have risks you should be aware of. A full list of potential complications are outlined fully in your consent form.
After your vasectomy most men will notice some level of:
- Bruising: You may notice some bruising in the days after your vasectomy but this will usually disappear after about a week
- Mild pain and swelling: This commonly settles a few days after your procedure
Less common potentials complications include:
- A scrotal haematoma: This is a large bruise within the scrotum. You can reduce your chance of getting a haematoma greatly by following our instructions regarding lifting heavy objects in the days after the procedure. If you work in a job that requires heavy lifting make sure you get some time off work or ask for light duties
- Infection: We try to reduce the chance of you getting an infection by adhering to strict infection control protocol. Most infections are mild and be treated with oral antibiotics.
- Post Vasectomy Pain Syndrome (PVPS): This complication that can occur anytime after a vasectomy. There is little agreement on what causes PVPS. In most cases pain will resolve eventually but in rare cases specialist review and even additional surgery or reversal may be required to attempt to resolve the problem. These procedures are not always successful
The procedure does not work immediately and you must consider yourself fertile until we tell you the vasectomy was a success. We request you do a semen analysis at 3 months to confirm you are sterile. This will give you plenty of time to “clean out the pipes”!
This term is mentioned quite a bit but the reality is laser vasectomy does not exist. Some vasectomists (including myself) use a hyfrecator to cut the vas which is what some may be thinking of. For more information on this topic click here.
To prepare for your vasectomy, please following these instructions:
1. Cease any blood thinning medication at least 7 days prior your procedure. You may wish to discuss this with your GP or specialist. If you are unsure please call 1800 SNIPME (1800 764 763) or email info@vasectomyaustralia.com.au.
2. On the morning of your procedure, please shave your scrotum with a razor as per the picture below:
It is better to shave more rather than less, so if you are in doubt about how much to take off, shave it all.
3. Make sure you have some time off work planned if you have a physical job, or you have arranged light duties with no heavy lifting (any lifting that involves straining) for 7 days after your procedure.
4. Please read and sign our electronic consent form which will be sent via SMS to your phone 3 days before your procedure.
Like any minor surgical procedure, there are risks of bruising, discomfort and infection. These are generally mild, and can be minimised by resting, and wearing supportive underpants for a few days after the operation.
Simple measures such as frozen peas wrapped in a tea towel is a useful first measure, combined with paracetamol and/or Ibuprofen.
If your work is very physical and involves heavy lifting or extreme movement, then you will need to go on light duties for a week after the vasectomy.
If you are desk based or quite sedentary in your work, then you should be able to return to work the day after having your vasectomy.
Try to avoid sitting for long periods, but avoid bike riding and contact sports for the first 2-3 weeks.
It is normal to experience a background aching feeling for one to two weeks post-vasectomy. It will eventually go away. Take Paracetamol ( with or without a little codeine) as required. If aching continues for over one month, you may be experiencing Post-Vasectomy Pain Syndrome and you should see us or your GP for a review. If there are no signs of infection, you can use anti-inflammatory medication (if no contraindications to taking this) for a week or two, which will help settle it down.
- Sydney – Vasectomy Centre
- Newcastle – Cooks Hill Healthcare Hub
- Central Coast – Wyoming Medical and Dental Centre
- Dubbo – Western Plains Medical Centre
- Wollongong – Dapto Medical Centre
- Port Macquarie – Port Macquarie Medical & Dental Centre
- Adelaide – Trinity Gardens Medical Centre
- Canberra – Ginninderra Medical & Dental Centre
- Rockhampton – CQ Doctors Allenstown
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.