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Dr Nicholas Cocco

Geverifieerd General Surgery Macquarie University

Dr Nicholas Cocco

12 jaar ervaring 5.0 (1 geverifieerde recensies)

10,318+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
10
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Nicholas Cocco at a glance

Dr Nicholas Cocco is a General Surgery practitioner based in Macquarie University, Australië, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 17+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2010). Serves patients in Macquarie University, Australië and the surrounding area.

Over

Dr Nicholas Cocco is an experienced General and Bariatric Surgeon who trained extensively across New South Wales, the ACT, and Victoria. Currently in his fith year as a consultant bariatric surgeon, Dr Cocco practises at Lakeview, Westmead Private and Macquarie University Hospitals in Sydney, where he provides comprehensive surgical care with a focus on safety, precision, and long-term patient wellbeing.

His post-fellowship training encompassed a broad range of advanced procedures, including kidney and pancreas transplantation, acute general surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and vascular surgery.

Dr Cocco’s clinical interests include:


Bariatric and metabolic surgery

Gastric sleeve and gastric bypass procedures (with and without MiniMizer Rings™)

Removal of gastric bands and MiniMizer Rings™

Revision surgery following previous bariatric procedures

Post-bariatric management and follow-up care

Medical management of obesity

Hiatus hernia and reflux surgery

Open and laparoscopic hernia repair

Gallbladder surgery


A member of General Surgeons Australia, the Australian and New Zealand Metabolic and Obesity Surgery Society (ANZMOSS), and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO), Dr Cocco remains at the forefront of developments in bariatric and metabolic health.

He is deeply passionate about obesity management and its potential to improve or resolve associated health conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, depression, and infertility. His approach to care is highly personalised and patient-centred, reflecting his belief that successful outcomes stem from understanding each patient’s individual goals, challenges, and motivations.

Empathetic and approachable, Dr Cocco takes time to build trust and understanding with every patient, ensuring that each step of their journey—from initial consultation to post-operative recovery—is guided by compassion, transparency, and clinical excellence.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Nicholas Cocco

Opleiding & training

  1. 2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Macquarie University (AU)
  2. 2010–2014 Residency · General Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Macquarie University (AU)
  3. 2014–2015 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-443274 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-66F4DE88 · issued 2015 · renewal 2025
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: HDI Global · 4,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 843
Annual physical exam 99395 1,125
Vaccination administration 90471 2,469
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,386

Diensten & prijzen

DienstDuurModaliteitPrijs
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 120 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Nicholas Cocco
HEADSHOT
Nicholas Cocco in consultation
IN OFFICE
Nicholas Cocco with the team
WITH TEAM
Nicholas Cocco at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 125s
Meet Nicholas Cocco

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 7 · i10: 16

  1. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Nicholas Cocco, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3868/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39355967 · geciteerd door 75
  2. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Nicholas Cocco, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.2007/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33370171 · geciteerd door 105
  3. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Nicholas Cocco, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4494/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 32026114 · geciteerd door 183
  4. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Nicholas Cocco, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.4258/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 38314203 · geciteerd door 93

Uitgenodigde lezingen

  • Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Macquarie University · 2023 · oral abstract

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Macquarie University · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Lidmaatschappen

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2015
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2015
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2015

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery?

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · nicholas.cocco@euroclinics.example
Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Locatie

1 tag

Patiëntbeoordelingen

1 geverifieerde recensies
5.00
★★★★★
1 recensie
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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Recente recensies

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Nicholas Cocco's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Nicholas Cocco treats, with the size of the national pool of Australië doctors offering the same care.

General Surgery

Dr Nicholas Cocco is one of 1,084 general surgery doctors indexed in Australië. Browse general surgery doctors in Australië →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Macquarie University matters

Medical practice in Australië is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Australië medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Macquarie University carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Nicholas Cocco specialise in?

    Nicholas Cocco specialises in General Surgery in Macquarie University, AU. 17 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Nicholas Cocco treat?

    Nicholas Cocco treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Nicholas Cocco practise?

    Nicholas Cocco practises in Macquarie University, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Nicholas Cocco speak?

    Nicholas Cocco speaks English.

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  • What do patients say about Nicholas Cocco?

    Nicholas Cocco has a verified rating of 5/5 from 1 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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