Procedures Offered at Craigieburn
Adult circumcision
A 10 minutew procedure performed under local anaesthetic. Patients seek this for medical reasons (such as phimosis or recurrent balanitis), as well as for personal, cultural, or religious reasons.
Infant and child circumcision
A quick, modern procedure for newborns and young boys, with clear guidance given to parents beforehand and afterward. Craigieburn and the wider Hume growth corridor are home to a large and culturally diverse young family population, and our clinic is well practised in supporting circumcision decisions made for religious and cultural reasons, alongside clinical ones.
No-scalpel vasectomy
A minimally invasive, permanent contraceptive procedure under local anaesthetic. The no-scalpel technique typically means less bleeding, a lower infection risk, and a quicker return to normal activity than traditional incision-based approaches.
Initial consultation
A dedicated appointment to assess whether the procedure is right for you, explain what’s involved in plain terms, and answer your questions before any booking is confirmed. We also offer same day conuslt & surgery.
Lead Circumcision & Vasectomy Doctor at Hoppers Crossing
Meet Your Doctor: Dr. Shehab Abdalla
Dr. Shehab Abdalla leads patient care at the Craigieburn location, and his credentials are the reason many patients from the North of Melbourne & Victoria choose to travel here rather than elsewhere.
- Registered with AHPRA. Dr. Abdalla holds active registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, the body responsible for regulating every registered health practitioner in the country. (MED0001930473)
- A GP Supervisor recognised by the RACGP. This is a credential earned, not given — the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners recognises Dr. Abdalla as a GP Supervisor, responsible for training and mentoring doctors as they work toward becoming fully qualified GPs. It signals that his clinical judgement is one that other doctors are formally taught to model.
- Substantial hands-on experience. Dr. Abdalla has performed circumcision and vasectomy procedures for a broad range of patients, across different ages and clinical circumstances.
- A consultation that actually informs. Before any procedure, Dr. Abdalla walks patients through exactly what to expect — the process, the risks, the alternatives — so that the decision to proceed is genuinely informed, not assumed.
A doctor trusted by the RACGP to shape how future GPs practise is, by definition, a doctor whose own standards are under continual professional scrutiny — which is precisely the kind of accountability you want for a procedure like this.
Serving Northern Melbourne & Northern Regional Victoria
Based in the City of Hume, our Craigieburn clinic gives patients across Melbourne’s northern suburbs — and further out into regional Victoria — access to specialist circumcision and vasectomy care, delivered by a doctor recognised by the RACGP for training Australia’s next generation of GPs.
Patients We See From Across the North
Craigieburn sits directly on the Hume Freeway corridor, making it a practical, well-connected option whether you’re coming from a nearby northern suburb or travelling in from regional Victoria.
Local Government Areas Across Melbourne’s North
We regularly treat patients from the following city councils and shires, and the suburbs within them:
- City of Hume — Craigieburn, Broadmeadows, Roxburgh Park, Greenvale, Sunbury, Tullamarine, Attwood, Meadow Heights
- City of Whittlesea — Epping, South Morang, Mernda, Whittlesea, Doreen, Lalor, Thomastown
- City of Merri-bek (formerly known as the City of Moreland) — Brunswick, Coburg, Fawkner, Glenroy, Pascoe Vale
- City of Darebin — Preston, Reservoir, Northcote, Thornbury
- City of Banyule — Heidelberg, Ivanhoe, Bundoora, Greensborough, Watsonia
- Shire of Nillumbik — Eltham, Diamond Creek, Greensborough, Hurstbridge
Northern Regional Victoria We Serve
We also welcome patients travelling down from northern regional Victoria for their consultation and procedure, including from:
- Mitchell Shire regional towns — Kilmore, Broadford, Wallan
- Murrindindi Shire — Seymour, Yea, Alexandra
- Strathbogie Shire — Euroa, Nagambie
- Greater Shepparton — Shepparton, Mooroopna
- Rural City of Benalla — Benalla
- Rural City of Wangaratta — Wangaratta
- Greater Bendigo — Bendigo, Kangaroo Flat, Eaglehawk
- Shire of Campaspe — Echuca, Rochester
Regional patients often find it easiest to combine their consultation and their procedure into one trip — our team can help plan appointment timing around that.
Searching for “circumcision Craigieburn,” “vasectomy Epping,” “circumcision clinic Bendigo,” “vasectomy Shepparton,” or “circumcision doctor northern suburbs Melbourne”? Our Craigieburn clinic is set up to serve exactly these searches, with direct road access via the Hume Freeway, Craigieburn Road, and Mickleham Road.
Craigieburn Clinic
About Craigieburn & the Northern suburbs of Melbourne
Craigieburn is nestled within Melbourne’s Northern suburbs. It is located within the Hume City Council. It is known for its diverse community and accessibility and is a hub of cultural richness. Its proximity to Melbourne Airport, just a stone’s throw away, makes it easy for interstate travellers to access. The Hume City Council’s commitment to community engagement ensures a vibrant atmosphere with various events and activities. Our surgical centre is located within the Craigieburn clinic. This institution has been serving the local community for over 35 years.
Still have questions?
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a circumcision & consultation on the same day?
Only boys less than 4 months old can have a consultation and circumcision on the same day. Please complete our circumcision intake form to have a circumcision and consultation on the same day.
Boys between the ages of 4 months and 12 months can have a phone/video consultation to obtain medical clearance prior to booking surgery.
Males greater than 12 months must have a face-to-face consultation prior to booking surgery to obtain medical clearance and have all clinical questions answered.
Can I have a consultation & vasectomy on the same day?
Yes, you can have a vasectomy & consultation on the same day. Please complete our vasectomy intake form here.
Can I have a circumcision & vasectomy at the same time?
Yes, you can have a circumcision and vasectomy at the same time. You will first need to book a face to face consultation to obtain medical clearance and have all your clinical questions answered.
Is circumcision a safe procedure for adults?
Yes. When carried out by an experienced, AHPRA-registered doctor, adult circumcision is a routine day procedure. As with any surgery, there are risks to be aware of, including bleeding, infection, or swelling, which your doctor will cover in detail during your consultation.
What does recovery from a vasectomy actually look like?
Most patients manage light activity within 2–3 days, and are back to full normal activity, including exercise, within roughly 1–2 weeks. You’ll receive specific aftercare instructions, including guidance on resuming sexual activity and completing a follow-up semen analysis to confirm the vasectomy has worked.
Can a vasectomy be reversed if I change my mind later?
Vasectomy is designed to be a permanent form of contraception. Reversal procedures do exist, but they don’t guarantee restored fertility, and we don’t offer reversal as part of this service — it’s important to be fully certain before proceeding.
Will I need a referral from my own GP?
No referral is required.
Do you only treat patients who live in Craigieburn?
No. While the clinic is based in Craigieburn, most patients come from surrounding northern suburbs, and a good number travel down from regional towns further north as well.
I live in Epping, Wallan, or Kilmore — is Craigieburn a convenient option?
Yes. These are among the most common areas our patients travel from, thanks to the clinic’s position right on the Hume Freeway corridor.
I'm coming from Shepparton, Bendigo, or Wangaratta — do you take patients from that far out?
We do, regularly. We know regional patients are often making a longer trip, so we’re happy to help arrange your consultation and procedure appointments together to reduce the number of visits.
How early should I book if I'm travelling a distance to reach the clinic?
As early as you can — particularly for infant circumcision, which is best carried out within the first weeks of life. Patients coming from further afield are typically seen within a similar timeframe to local patients; just mention it when booking if you’d like your visits scheduled together.
