MBSA Director- Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeon Dr Mani Niazi is a Senior Bariatric and Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgeon with nearly two decades of surgical experience across bariatric, upper gastrointestinal, and general surgery. He provides care using both open and minimally invasive techniques, including advanced laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery where appropriate. He is widely recognised for his focused expertise in bariatric surgery and the long-term management of obesity. His approach is centred on safety, precision, and continuity of care, with a strong emphasis on structured follow-up and multidisciplinary support to help patients achieve sustainable, long-term health outcomes. Alongside his subspecialty practice, Dr Niazi has extensive experience across a broad spectrum of general surgical procedures, allowing him to provide comprehensive and tailored surgical care for each individual patient. Dr Niazi has trained and practised across both international and Australian healthcare systems, bringing a broad and refined clinical perspective to his practice. Following his relocation to Australia, he was assessed and recognised as a specialist by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), a distinction awarded following rigorous assessment of specialist competence. Since 2017, he has held a Consultant appointment at Eastern Health in Melbourne and also sees patients in private practice across Melbourne’s eastern and south-eastern suburbs.