Vasectomy near Coburg
If you’re in Coburg and considering a vasectomy, Direct Access Vasectomy is at 232 Plenty Road, Preston, around 10 to 14 minutes east of Coburg by car along Bell Street.
No GP referral required. Book directly and get started at a pace that suits you.
Why choose Direct Access Vasectomy
No referral required
Book directly online via HotDoc, no referral needed.
No-scalpel technique
A small 5-8mm opening, no stitches, and a straightforward recovery for most men.
20-30 minute procedure
The vasectomy takes around 20-30 minutes under local anaesthetic.
Dr Simon Wilson FRACGP
As a doctor with an interest in sexual health medicine I also want to provide the best options for male contraception.
I sought out extra training to be able to offer the Li No-Scalpel Vasectomy safely and reliably and have now been doing this since 2006.
Outside of my vasectomy service I'm also a GP at Preston Family Medical, where I enjoy the whole range of general practice including chronic disease care, antenatal care, sexual health checks and everything in between.
Learn more about Dr Simon Wilson
What the procedure involves
The no-scalpel, open-ended vasectomy at Direct Access Vasectomy works like this:
Local anaesthetic is injected using a fine needle to numb the area
A small 5-8mm opening is made in the scrotum - no scalpel required
The vas deferens is divided on each side through the same opening
The testicular end is left open to reduce congestion
A small tissue layer is placed between the two ends to prevent re-joining
The skin is clipped closed - no stitches
Your sex life carries on as normal after a vasectomy - testosterone, libido, erections, sensation and ejaculation aren’t affected. We share more information in this article: Can a vasectomy affect testosterone levels? and What to expect after vasectomy.
The 3-month follow-up
Vasectomy does not take effect immediately. You need around 15-20 ejaculations over 3 months to clear residual sperm from the tubes. At 3 months, a semen analysis test confirms the procedure has worked before unprotected sex is safe. The follow-up test at 4cyte Pathology in Kew is bulk-billed - no out of pocket cost.
Backup contraception is essential until that result is confirmed.
Direct Access Vasectomy
Getting here from Coburg
From Coburg, the most direct route is east along Bell Street to Plenty Road in Preston, around 10 to 14 minutes by car. By public transport, the 903 bus runs along Bell Street from Coburg to Preston, or a short cab or rideshare will get you there.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. You can book a free 15-minute telehealth consultation with Dr Simon to ask any questions or cover any concerns you may have. You can also learn more in: Preparing for vasectomy.