Vasectomy information
Key Questions About the Procedure
A single all-inclusive fee of $495 — no hidden charges.
No. You can book your procedure directly. Consultations are available on request.
Using local anaesthetic we ensure the procedure is as pain-free as possible — most men report only mild discomfort.
No. A vasectomy only blocks sperm. It has no effect on testosterone, erections, or libido.
Light duties are fine within a few days. Avoid strenuous activity for 7 days.
A vasectomy is over 300× more effective than regular condom use.
Our Vasectomy Process
Step 1: Book Appointment
Choose a convenient time through our simple online system. No GP referral or consultation required (but available if preferred).
Step 2: Preparation
Most men don’t need to do anything before the procedure. If you’d like a consult or pre-medication, this will be organised one week before the procedure.
Step 3: The Procedure
No-scalpel vasectomies take 10–15 minutes to complete under local anaesthetic. Most men do not require stitches.
Step 4: Recovery
You’ll be back to light duties in 2–3 days. Full recovery in a week. We’ll guide you on what to expect and when to resume activity.
Our Clinic Locations
We offer No Scalpel Vasectomy services at convenient central locations.
Wellington Clinic
Level 11, 155 The Terrace
Wellington Central
Wellington 6011
We operate from the rooms of Wellington Obstetrics.
Christchurch Clinic
Strowan
Christchurch 8052
We operate from the rooms of Dudley Creek Health.
Dunedin Clinic
Level 3, 442 Moray place
Central Dunedin
Dunedin 9010
We operate from the rooms of Specialist Vein Care.
Vasectomies in a nutshell
We know this section covers a lot of information — everything from the procedure itself to what you should expect before and after. Feel free to read through at your own pace and only dive deeper into the parts that interest you. If you have any questions or want to talk things through, we also offer a free consultation with our nurse who can guide you and address any concerns.
Book a clinic time easily via our website, like booking a haircut.
You can always email or call if you need to change your appointment.
No special fasting or grooming required.
If you selected to take the premedication
- You’ll need to collect your prescription from your pharmacy.
- A consent form will be emailed to you for signing.
- Please arrange for someone to drive you to and from the clinic.
- Take your pre-medication about 1 hour before your procedure.
Extremely effective long-term contraception — fails in only 1 out of 2000 cases.
More effective than condoms (300x), contraceptive pills (160x), IUDs (20x), and tubal ligation (10x).
No day-to-day hassle or hormonal side effects.
Quick, simple procedure with rare complications.
Inexpensive compared to other options.
Infection (~1%) — mitigated with a 24-hour course of antibiotics.
Bruising or haematoma (~1%) — usually resolves with rest; avoid strenuous activity for a week.
Early failure (~0.2%) — if it happens, repeat procedure offered at no extra cost if possible.
Late failure (~0.05%) — very rare.
Soreness or chronic testicular pain (~1%) — usually resolves within weeks; less than 1% have longer-lasting discomfort.
You can withdraw consent any time, even after signing the consent form.
If you decide not to proceed, you will receive a full refund.
At your appointment, we’ll supply:
Ibuprofen 800 mg, to be taken twice daily for 7 days
Antibiotics for 24 hours only
If you have any allergies, suitable alternatives will be arranged.
Examination: brief check to locate both tubes, skin cleaned with chlorhexidine.
Anaesthetic: local injection with a very fine needle; stings briefly then numbness follows quickly.
Procedure: tubes sealed through a tiny hole; total procedure time ~10-15 minutes.
Take the day off — no waiting required post-procedure.
Follow RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression (wear supportive briefs), Elevation (feet up).
Avoid heavy physical activity for 1 week to prevent bruising and aid recovery.
Use alternative contraception until clearance testing.
Testing recommended at 3 months post-procedure.
More testing details provided during your appointment.
You can read more about vasectomy on our FAQ page.
Contact
Clinics in Wellington Christchurch and Dunedin
See Locations for details
Phone: 03 470 1888
Email: admin@noscalpel.co.nz