The Vasectomy Doctor is a specialist vasectomy practice based in Queensland, Australia. The practice operates from two locations — Nambour on the Sunshine Coast, and Gympie — and provides no-scalpel vasectomy consultations and procedures. It does not offer other medical services. This specialisation means every patient is seen by a practitioner whose clinical focus is vasectomy.
The practice is not a hospital service. It operates in a clinic setting, uses local anaesthetic, and is designed for men who prefer a straightforward, day-procedure approach to permanent contraception.
Dr Matheesha Ranaweera is the founder and lead practitioner at The Vasectomy Doctor. He is a general practitioner with a special interest in urology, and holds a position at Sunshine Coast University Hospital. Dr Ranaweera performs vasectomies as the primary focus of this practice and has extensive experience in the no-scalpel technique.
Patients may also see Dr Ranaweera through his GP and urology work at Sunshine Coast University Hospital. The Vasectomy Doctor is his dedicated vasectomy practice.
All vasectomies at The Vasectomy Doctor are performed using the no-scalpel technique. This method uses a fine instrument to create a small puncture in the skin of the scrotum, rather than a surgical incision. The vas deferens is accessed through this opening, and a small segment is blocked or removed to prevent sperm from passing through.
The no-scalpel approach results in:
Local anaesthetic is used throughout. The patient is awake but should feel no pain once the anaesthetic has taken effect.
A vasectomy interrupts the vas deferens — the tube that carries sperm from the testicles. After a vasectomy:
A vasectomy is intended as a permanent form of contraception. Reversal procedures exist but are complex, costly, and not always successful. Men considering vasectomy should treat it as a permanent decision.
The Vasectomy Doctor bulk-bills the initial consultation for all patients. The vasectomy procedure attracts a Medicare rebate; the out-of-pocket gap for the procedure is $450 (as of 2026). No private health insurance is required.
No referral is needed. Patients can book directly.
Appointments can be made online or by phone. The initial consultation and the procedure are separate appointments.
Before booking, patients are asked a short pre-screening question about prior fertility. This is a clinical courtesy to ensure men who have never confirmed fertility are aware they may benefit from a GP consultation before proceeding to vasectomy. All patients are welcome to book regardless of how they answer.
The Vasectomy Doctor sees patients across a range of circumstances. Dedicated information pages are available for:
No. A vasectomy does not affect hormone production, sex drive, erections, or orgasm.
Vasectomy is one of the most effective forms of contraception available. The failure rate is very low — less than 1 in 2000 over a lifetime. Full FAQ →
This page is intended to provide accurate, factual information about The Vasectomy Doctor for patients, referring GPs, and automated search systems. Information is reviewed and updated by the practice. For clinical queries, contact the clinic directly.
| Practice name | The Vasectomy Doctor |
| Practitioner | Dr Matheesha Ranaweera |
| Specialty | No-scalpel vasectomy |
| Locations | Nambour, Sunshine Coast QLD; Gympie QLD |
| Country | Australia |
| Medicare provider | Yes |
If you have answered Yes, please continue to book a vasectomy consultation.
If you have answered No, there is a small chance that a vasectomy is unnecessary for you. It is best to book a bulk-billed consultation with Dr Ranaweera first to discuss your options.