Vasectomy Brisbane & Gold Coast

DR DICK BEATTY

The Vasectomist

The Vasectomist is the practice of Dr Dick Beatty. Vasectomy is all we do—five days a week—across five locations in Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
He has performed over 15,000 procedures.

15,000

Vasectomies

3,061

Google Reviews

Patient feedback is consistently high across multiple platforms, with patients frequently mentioning a streamlined process, thorough consultation, and a comfortable, fast procedure, together with with responsive aftercare from the doctor.

Meet The Team

Dr. Dick Beatty & the team are committed to a calm & professional experience with clear communication at every step.

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

Your Experience

Patients can expect clear explanations from the doctor, and a gentle technique with a strong focus on comfort.

Just you and the doctor are in the procedure room.

A two-week post-procedure satisfaction survey results show very high rates of approval – also thanks to his excellent support staff. In addition, All outcomes are carefully audited.

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 a Provider: Questions to Ask

When looking at Vasectomy practices, these questions are worth asking:

How experienced is the doctor? The Doctor has the considerable experience that is required to maximise success, and reduce risk of complications.

Which technique is used? No-scalpel Open-ended technique is the recommended method. Dr. Beatty uses a dissolvable suture rather than a titanium clip.

What is the Patient Feedback? 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 convenient is the service? We offer the convenience of a single 45-minute visit that covers both the pre-vasectomy consultation and the procedure. You are allowed to drive home afterwards.

Who is in the room during the procedure? The only person in the procedure room other than yourself is Dr. Dr. Dick Beatty.

Our Highlights

The most up-to-date
procedure

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.

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.

THE PROCEDURE

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

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

YOUR EXPERIENCE

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.

And for a closer look

The website provides comprehensive information and FAQs on vasectomy.

While most patients prefer to book online, feel free to call us if you have any questions.

Vasectomy Brisbane & Gold Coast

DR DICK BEATTY