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- Waratah Private Hospital: (02) 9598 0000
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Consulting Locations:
Waratah Private Hospital
Suite 702, Level 7
29-31 Dora Street
Hurstville, NSW, 2220
Bankstown Hospital Medical Centre
Suite 201, Level 1
68 Eldridge Road
Bankstown, NSW, 2200
Google Rating
5.0
Based on 66 reviews
Prof Chris Berney | Upper-GI & Hernia Surgeon
5.0
Elizabeth Adams
02:39 06 Aug 22
It was very important to me to find a surgeon that had a caring bed side manner. Prof Berney more than delivered. I was suffering from chronic cholecystitis and was needing my gallbladder removed. From consult to recovery I was extremely well looked after. Prof Berney is thorough,personable and very down to earth. This operation has changed my life and I can't thank him enough for giving me my health back.(Elizabeth Sirhanis)
joe
03:36 04 Aug 22
I have seen Professor Berney for a long time,he is more than an amazing surgeon and really cares about the patients, he is the best in his field, I would recommend him to everyone.
Ferial Reid
05:38 02 Aug 22
Dear Proffessor Berney, thank you for your particular care, kindness and competency in your approach to me and the recent hernia surgery. I found out about you from friends in the medical fraternity - they say you are the preferred surgeons surgeon. At all times I felt safe and that you were not in any way desensitised from the patients experience - the most capable person complimented by lovely manners. The brief from you prior to the anaesthetic was very reassuring too. Thank you so much for making this go from initial bewilderment to absolute breeze.Your sincerelyFerial R.
Adele Sanzari
02:26 29 Jul 22
Amazing, knowledgeable, caring and surgery and healing went so well. Such a fabulous surgeon and a kind and trusting man.
Vivianne Ghantous
12:04 18 Jul 22
I am so blessed to have been in the hands of Prof Christophe Berney. I cant thank him enough. I have been suffering from severe discomfort and pains for many months and he is the most caring and professional surgeon , he has given me my life back.Extremely Highly recommended.
oscar espinoza
02:20 12 Jul 22
Extremely happy with doctor Berney, I had a hernia in my stomach and Dr Berney fixed it. Thanks a lot Doctor Christophe Berney. I was very blessed to be in Dr Berney’s hands
Fatima Silva
04:38 11 Jul 22
Thank you Professor Berney! Excellent results! I am extremely grateful for your surgical expertise on my laparoscopic ventrical hernia surgery.Some pain and bruising for the first five days which I was assured was normal and would subside...and it absolutely did.After my follow up and just two months after surgery, I am fully recovered. Only three small scars on my abdomen which will fade over time.Additionally, I can't thank Bankstown Hospital enough! The nursing staff and Doctors were exceptionally helpful and I must admit I had a very good day!Thank you all so much!
Marjana Posel
02:19 10 Jun 22
I had emergency surgery on my gall bladder, Prof. Berney was great. Professional yet attentive and took the time to explain the whole procedure to me. It was a complicated surgery but Prof. Berney's after care helped me to recover fully. He is a great surgeon and I'd recommend him based in personal experience.
Pamela O'Brien
11:10 26 Apr 22
Professor Chris Bernay., is a very professional and knowledgeable Surgeon. He did amazing work on my husbands wound. His kindness and consideration and follow up towards my Husband’s after care were outstanding. We feel very lucky
John De Leon
03:59 26 Apr 22
My wife is very happy with Dr Chris Berney’s handling of her illness from consultation to post surgery. Very professional and friendly.
Maria Allagiannis
00:50 18 Feb 22
Extremely happy with Prof Chris Berney. My 80 year old mother-in-law was in terrible pain and discomfort due to Diverticular disease. Professor performed a Laparoscopic Anterior Resection and excision of chronic colovaginal fistula. She had a ileostomy bag for a few months but then she had the procedure to have it reversed. She is very happy she can live a normal life now without the pain and discomfort.
phamvc8
00:49 18 Feb 22
Prof Berney is a very gentle, kind and professional surgeon. He has been my specialist surgeon for more than 10 years. I strongly recommend him.
Paul O'Connell
01:58 07 Feb 22
Prof Berney is a very dedicated professional, who is extremely thorough and cares for his patients. He is detailed in his consultation process and makes you feel comfortable that you have all the facts, when considering surgery.
Courtney McShane
02:28 19 Jan 22
Prof Berney is personable, caring, understanding and very thorough. He listens and provides you with all he available options.I had a very complex surgery and was anxious about it. Prof Berney put my mind at ease. His bed side manner and after care is phenomenal. I’m extremely happy with the outcome and the care I was provided.I can’t recommend Prof Berney highly enough.
Joan Aja
01:58 17 Jan 22
My 17 year old son was in so much pain from his hernia after seeing many doctors and specialist and not being comfortable with any of them, We met with Dr Berney after 2 consultations with Dr Berney, I knew my son was in great hands, with his years of knowledge, his compassion and reassurance, I did not hesitate in trusting Dr Berney to operate on my sons Hernia, it has been a little over 6 weeks since the operation and he is no longer in pain and feels like nothing had happened. Dr Berney your hands are like magic, and I cannot thank you enough.
James Davis
07:36 05 Jan 22
Great advice, extremely thorough backed by a wealth of experience, putting your health and welfare as his number one priority.You are dealing with the steadiest of hands with Chris, very fortunate to of been under his care.
Jango Fett
06:37 02 Jan 22
Professor Berney and his team are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Professor Berney is a doctor who brings medical knowledge and builds rapport with the patient to explain the condition and the treatment options available. Felt immediately confident in receiving expert medical care and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a specialist/surgeon.
Chris Wallace
04:23 25 Dec 21
I had a hernia operation in November 2021, all went well and cannot speak highly enough of Prof Chris Berney, he is extremely through and informative .A lovely man.
Maria Vamvoukis
21:02 22 Dec 21
Knew I was in good hands with Prof Berney from the very start. Has a very optimistic and caring manner. Would highly recommend him.
Adam El Cheikh
05:35 22 Dec 21
I am very impressed with qaulity and patient centred care i have recieved under the care of Professor Chris Berney. His approach is very optimistic and professional.
Stella Papadopoulos
06:36 10 Dec 21
I have been to the emergency department of hospital 6 times in the last 2 years with diverticulitis, the last time I went in I was blessed that Professor Berney was the surgeon on duty! He is the first one to offer me a solution to my problem and took the time to explain the option of key hole surgery to remove the infected section. He was extremely patient and answered my many questions and concerns. I had the operation within 6 weeks and it was a complete success. He is an extremely skilled and brilliant surgeon, but also very caring, kind and empathetic. I am extremely grateful and highly recommend him.
Vince Oliveri
07:27 04 Dec 21
Professor Berney performed two surgeries on me. Both times I felt safe and confident that I was under his care. He is an excellent surgeon, extremely professional, polite and very friendly. Thank you Professor. I definitely recommend his services.
Angela Tsoukatos
00:25 19 Nov 21
Professor Berney is an excellent surgeon. I was so sick before my surgery and now I am so well - it is like a miracle - I am a new person. Not only is he a brilliant surgeon, he really listens to his patient's and responds to their needs. I highly recommend him.
Zac Safadi
05:49 08 Nov 21
Prof. Berney was extremely thorough and explained all details involved. He is polite and made my procedure feel important to me and him alike. Would highly recommend to anyone in need of his services 👍🏻
Robert Cridland
00:10 06 Nov 21
Very professional, excellent explanation before and after surgery and good bedside manner.
Antonios Psarellis
02:46 05 Nov 21
I just had an operation done for my hernia with Prof. Chris Berney. He was very professional and great. I can recommend him to everyone. I had no pain after the surgery and he saw me afterwards twice to ensure everything was going okay.
Santosh Pandit
02:32 22 Oct 21
One of the best hernia surgery doctor and i really appreciated. No words are enough to elaborate🙂🙏
Hema Fifita
01:27 21 Sep 21
I can not thank Prof Berney enough. From the first consultation to surgery and post-op i was well looked after. Waiting for my surgery I could hear the surgeons assisting Prof Berney talk amongst themselves of how highly regarded he was in his field of expertise, knowledge and experience. That was when I knew I was in good hands.
Darius Halim
13:23 07 Aug 21
Dr. Berney is a consummate professional. I was referred to him for a hernia and underwent laparoscopic surgery shortly after. Dr. Berney took the time during my initial consultation and following surgery to answer every question I had, in detail. Nothing felt rushed or clinical. In fact, we spoke at length on a few occasions and his interest in both my recovery as well as continually improving this specialty field was evident. I don’t know the intricacies of surgery, but I believe his skill and technique is excellent. Notwithstanding what I expected post-op, I was up and moving the next day and good to go by the fourth. Most importantly, I haven’t felt any residual pain since. I’d highly recommend Dr. Berney.
Marcus Callegaro
10:40 23 Jul 21
Dr Chris Berney and his staff are great! He has excellent bedside manner and explained my procedure in an easy not to technical manner
Silvana Cocilova
04:09 23 Jul 21
Thank you for the excellent treatment by Proffessor Chris Berney and his staff Holly and Lauren . The caring treatment as a patient at the Waratah Private Hospital will always be remembered. Thank you to the Waratah Private Hospital medical team in my care while i was in hospital. I rate this standard as an excellent standard in hospitals, towards sick and injured patients.
joan howland
06:10 16 Jul 21
I have had surgery recently performed by Prof Chris Berney and his team at Waratah Private hospital. From the initial consultation, in hospital and with all my follow up visits I have felt well informed, comfortable and supported.Prof Berney has a lovely manor, and no question goes unanswered. His directions for a good recovery are clear and precise.I am very glad to have been referred to him
Karin Werner
02:49 11 Jul 21
I had developed gallstones which caused very painful gallstone attacks. I decided to see Prof. Chris Berney as my surgeon to perform a cholecystectomy (Gallbladder removal surgery). I am very happy that I did seek out Prof. Berney, he is a brilliant surgeon, very knowledgeable and kind. He took his time explaining the procedure in detail and is very caring. I did experience some uncommon complications post surgery and I am very grateful that I was under his care during this time. I have now made a full recovery and I can’t recommend Prof Berney enough, he’s the best in his field!
Karin Werner
02:46 11 Jul 21
I had developed gallstones which caused very painful gallstone attacks. I decided to see Prof. Chris Berney as my surgeon to perform a cholecystectomy (Gallbladder removal surgery). I am very happy that I did seek out Prof. Berney, he is a brilliant surgeon, very knowledgeable and kind. He took his time explaining the procedure in detail and is very caring.I did experience some uncommon complications post surgery and I am very grateful that I was under his care during this time. I have now made a full recovery and I can’t recommend Prof Berney enough, he’s the best in his field!
Bronwyn Irvine
08:29 27 Jun 21
Professor Christophe Berney is a miracle maker he is a wonderful person have never met such a fantastic Professor/Doctor so caring, kind, polite and professional he explains everything so well and is easily understood, would never go to anyone else, he knows his stuff, forget the rest because his the best! Thank you so much Professor Berney.
Andrew Nowacki
11:46 18 Jun 21
I always take second or even third opinion before I decide who will do the surgery for me. After my first appointment with Profesor Chris Berney I was certain this is the doctor which I can trust. He is very professional, he listen patiently, he does not rush, he answers descriptively the questions, shows alternatives and present results of his previous patients. He visited me twice after surgery with full explanation. After four weeks from my surgery I started full exercises, riding bicycle and work in the garden. No pain and no sign of my physical bulging hernia. I strongly recommend Professor Berney. We need more doctors like him. Very happy patient - Andrew N.
Dan Taumoepeau
03:16 18 Jun 21
Prof Chris Berney is absolutely a professional. From the very first time I met him while I was in pain, through the operations to now that I am fully recovered he has dealt with me in caring and friendly professional manner. I consider myself fortunate and blessed that Prof Chris Berney was the doctor who treated my hernia.
Raymond McWilliams
03:15 24 Apr 21
Very happy with Prof Chris Berney's service and procedure. Highly recomended.
Gary N
04:26 20 Apr 21
I was referred to Dr Chris Berney in 2012 for an ongoing hiatus hernia problem, Dr Berney performed keyhole surgery on me at Prince of Wales hospital later that year, I was out of hospital early the next morning and back at work a few days later.I have been back to Dr Berney every three years since for gastroscopic and endoscopic testing. I would not go anywhere else, I have 100% confidence in Dr Berneys ability and skill, from the very first appointment you know you are in the right place, and I am sure that all of his patients would agree with me, I would have no hesitation in recommending Dr Berney to anybody.
Pamela O'Brien
03:58 19 Apr 21
Prof Chris Bernay,Operated on and treated my husband Noel.He was professional, thorough, and had an excellent follow up method.Always very kind and patient with both myself and my Husband.I would highly recommend Prof Bernay.
Tesfaye Engdawork Maru
06:05 15 Apr 21
A friend of mine who was under Professor Berney's care for his hernia repair recommended and I booked an appointment to see him. The minute I walked into his consulting room, I felt completely at ease. He explained all the options available to me and he answered all of my questions. I felt that Professor Berney is an excellent surgeon with a calm and caring attitude towards his patients. Lauren, his Admin staff is wonderful and so do the nurses at Waratah Private Hospital. I highly recommend Professor Berney.
GEORGE Wong
01:12 23 Dec 20
I had a pain free hernia keyhole surgery and a fast recovery. My heartfelt thanks to Dr Berney.Dr Berney has the qualities of an exceptional surgeon. He is not only highly skillful, knowledgeable and thorough, but also personable, caring and empathetic. Dr Berney is patient with me, and he actually showed me what exercises to do after surgery to promote recovery.It is my absolute pleasure to recommend Professor Berney.
Paul
01:45 27 Nov 20
Excellent Surgeon and a very caring person. Easy to talk to, 100% recovery of my hernia. Staff are wonderful, and Kudos to the nurses at Bankstown hospital.
Creative JenJen
10:07 23 Nov 20
My mum has been seeing Dr Berney for couple of years post surgery, he is a very thorough Dr with follow up, he explained all our queries very clearly and you've you the time and attention. You don't feel rush at all. Highly recommend.
bibek thapa
00:18 15 Nov 20
Dr. Berney is the best GI surgeon in Sydney and the lovely lady at reception (Liz) provided best service.
Steven Gibson
03:54 06 Nov 20
I have recently been a patient of Prof. Chris Berney. I cannot speak more highly of his professional manner. I found Prof. Berney to be informative and would highly recommend him. His staff are also first class people.
Tamara Danilenko
00:27 31 Oct 20
Myself and my sister Natasha have been under the care of Professor Berney since February 2020. The minute we first walked into his consulting rooms, we felt completely at ease, you never felt rushed. Dr Berney answered all of our questions and any concerns that we had.We feel that Dr Berney is an excellent surgeon with a calm and caring attitude towards his patients and he has excellent bedside manner. We feel that his work is very thorough. The procedures that we have had has better improved our quality of life. Also his Admin staff is wonderful, everyone is accommodating. We both would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dr Berney.
Lauren Mckenzie
02:24 30 Oct 20
I had a parathyroid procedure performed by Professor Berney and his team. I could not recommend him highly enough. His professionalism, surgical skill and manner are second to none.
Alain Moffroid
13:47 04 Jul 20
Superb experience for the second time with Prof Berney. Expert advice, excellent care, calming attitude pre-op, painless and thorough follow through.He is a very human Professor and surgeon, a rare enough quality.
Co Tran
21:42 19 Nov 19
I accompanied my mum to see Dr Berney and was impressed with his excellent knowledge as well as attitude. He took time to listen to our concerns and carefully explained his answers to us. Highly recommended!
Kirk Barlow
02:34 23 Aug 19
Extremely pleased with the results of my umbillical hernia surgery I had in May this year.
Mandy Jay
00:39 09 Aug 19
Excellent doctor, professional at all times, excellent interpersonal and clinical skills. The receptionist is lovely too. Highly recommended.
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