Vasectomy Brisbane & Gold Coast

DR DICK BEATTY

The Vasectomist

15,000

Vasectomies

3,072

Google Reviews

The Vasectomist is the practice of Dr Dick Beatty. Vasectomy is his entire practice- five days per week—at five locations across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Reviews across multiple platforms consistently highlight an easy process and a comfortable, efficient procedure.

In addition, two-week post-procedure satisfaction survey show very high rates of approval.

Before & After

You can expect a seamless experience – from online booking through to receiving your post-vasectomy results.

The Procedure itself takes 15 minutes, attended only by the doctor. 

The Doctor will check up on you the following day.

Meet The Team

Dr. Dick Beatty started performing Vasectomy in 2010, and has devoted his entire practice to the procedure since 2021.

Support Staff Kasey, Katie & Cassie have been with the practice for at least 5 years.

Together, we are committed to a calm & professional experience with clear communication at every step.

4 Brisbane clinics • 1 Gold Coast clinic

Newstead

Near Brisbane CBD

Greenslopes

Greenslopes Private Hosp

Cleveland

Our Main Rooms

Springfield

Near Ipswich

Coomera

Gold Coast Clinic

Choosing Your Provider: Key Questions

How experienced is the doctor? Dr. Dick Beatty has performed over 15,000 Vasectomies. Experience helps to maximise success and reduce risk of complications.

Which technique is used? No-scalpel Open-ended technique is the recommended method. Note that Dr. Beatty prefers to use a dissolvable suture rather than a titanium clip.

What Do Others Say? Ask around — you may be surprised how many friends and colleagues have had a vasectomy. You can also check reviews on platforms such as Google, RateMDs, and Reddit.

What is the price? Your out-of-pocket cost is $537, after receiving a $248 rebate from Medicare on the total fee of $785.

How do I book an Appointment? No Referral is required, and you can book online.

How many visits are required? A single 45-minute visit covers both the pre-vasectomy consultation and the procedure. Note that you may drive home afterwards. 

Our Highlights

No-Scalpel Plus Open-Ended

Icon of No-Scalpel Vasectomy , loop of vas deferens brought out through the skin

NO-SCALPEL

Traditionally, the skin is cut with a scalpel on each side, requiring skin sutures.

The no-scalpel vasectomy method describes the method to access both tubes via a tiny incision at the front of the scrotum that closes itself without skin stitches.

Minimal trauma to the tissue means you can return to work and physical activities sooner. Furthermore, rates of bleeding and infection are low.

Whilst No-Scalpel refers  to how the tubes are accessed, it does not describe the method used to block them.

icon of open-ended vasectomy showing a spermatozoa swimming freely

OPEN-ENDED

Open-ended vasectomy is the recommended method of blocking the vas deferens, with a higher success rate and probably less post-procedure discomfort than the closed method.

Fascia is the thin but strong layer of tissue that covers the vas deferens (tubes). After cutting the tubes, fascia is secured over the upper end with either a suture or a titanium clip. Dr Beatty switched from clips to absorbable suture (stitches) in 2020.

The open-ended suture-method requires considerable attention to detail to both cover the end securely with fascia and to minimise bleeding. Risk of Recanalisation (failure) is minimised but not eliminated.

stitches across the vas deferens, one on each side.

THE PROCEDURE

Local anaesthetic is followed by No-scalpel access followed by open-ended occlusion.

  1. 3-4 mm incision is made through the skin with an instrument only used for no-scalpel vasectomy.
  2. A loop of the left Vas Deferens (tube) is gently lifted through the skin.
  3. Dissection separates the fascia (outer lining) away from the tube.
  4. Electrocautery seals the inside lining of the upper (abdominal) side.
  5. The upper-end is cut and slips inside the separated fascial layer.
  6. The fascia is tied over the upper end with an absorbable stitch.
  7. The lower tube is released into the sac.
  8. Steps 3 to 9 are repeated on the right tube – through the same hole.
  9. As a result, no skin stitches are required.
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What to Expect

  • Your partner is welcome to attend the consultation.
  • Benefits & small risks are discussed with the doctor.
  • Remove your shoes, belt & empty pockets.
  • Lie on couch pulling shorts or trousers halfway down.
  • Warmed antiseptic solutions is applied.
  • A sterile drape covers the area except for a small opening
  • Chat, listen to music or watch TV (Cleveland).
  • An ultrafine needle (literally) glides through your skin.
  • You will feel movement, and at times a little pressure.
  • Finished  after 15 minutes
  • We then go through the aftercare.

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