Henry C. Pleass is a transplant surgeon based in Westmead, NSW, Australia.
His work focuses on caring for people who need major organ and tissue surgery, especially when the problem is linked to long-term organ health. In many cases, that means helping patients who are dealing with chronic kidney disease or diabetes-related complications, where a transplant can be part of the treatment plan.
Henry also looks after people who may need kidney transplants and pancreas transplants. He has experience with complex conditions that can affect how organs work over time, including polycystic kidney disease and type 1 diabetes (T1D). At times, patients also come to care for complications like infections or issues that cause pain, swelling, or blocked flow in the digestive tract.
Alongside transplant care, his surgical work includes operations for gallbladder and bile duct problems. This can include gallbladder disease, gallstones, cholecystitis, and conditions such as cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer). He also provides surgical treatment for more complex abdominal problems where organs need careful assessment, repair, or removal.
Some referrals are for liver or pancreas conditions too. For example, this can include liver cancer and situations where a liver transplant may be considered. Pancreas-related care can also cover chronic pancreatitis, hereditary pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, and cases that need a pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Henry’s approach is practical and patient-focused, built around careful planning and clear communication. Surgery like this often takes teamwork, and he works with other health professionals to make sure each step is understood and followed through. Whether someone is preparing for transplant surgery or dealing with a serious illness that needs urgent treatment, the goal is to keep things steady, calm, and well managed.
For many people, getting answers can take time. Over time, Henry helps patients and families make sense of the next steps, including pre-op assessments and follow-up after surgery. His work in Westmead supports a wide range of patients, from people needing transplant care to those needing complex surgery for abdominal conditions.
If you’re looking for a transplant surgeon in the Westmead area, Henry C. Pleass offers care for conditions that range from chronic organ disease to transplant services and other major abdominal surgeries.