Mr Jacob is a visiting specialist with surgical specialty rights at Ararat, Maryborough, and Stawell Hospitals. He performs endoscopy as well as minor and major general surgical procedures at these centres. Mr Jacob operates on both privately insured and uninsured patients.
Mr Mathew Jacob specialises in general, colorectal and robotic surgery, focusing on minimally invasive techniques and the latest technology
Key areas include:
Electronic referrals are preferred via HealthLink.
Include a brief description of presenting complaints and any investigations performed. Urgent cases can be discussed with Mr Mathew Jacob’s secretary, Merridie, on 03 5332 7241, who can connect the call directly to him if necessary.
Options for Private, Uninsured and Public patients.
Referrals are triaged by Mr Mathew Jacob, and patients are contacted promptly. At the initial consultation, he reviews history, diagnosis and investigations, discusses management options, and organises a treatment plan. Patients receive clear pre-operative guidance, personalised surgical care, and structured follow-up, with the clinic available for ongoing support throughout recovery. Referring health providers are kept in the loop on the patient journey.
Patients are usually seen promptly, with most routine appointments scheduled within one to two weeks. Urgent appointments are also accommodated where clinically indicated.
To ensure patients receive timely and cost effective care, GPs can discuss their Patients directly with Mr Jacob. Patients with a clear diagnosis who do not require resuscitation or other urgent investigations may be admitted directly to a hospital bed. This avoids the need for assessment through the Emergency Department, saving both time and costs.
