Common Questions About Vasectomy
Vasectomy Basics
$495.00 – This price is all inclusive. It covers pre-procedure consults, prescriptions, medical certificates, the vasectomy, post-op testing, and follow-up. Our doctor remains on call for you post-op.
Pay online with credit card when you book, or by bank transfer to:
12-3438-0055229-00
Use your full name as the reference.
Yes. No expiry date, fully refundable if unused, and valid for all our services.
No, you can book directly through our website.
18 years old.
No. We respect your choice.
We numb the area with local anaesthetic injected under the scrotal skin. You can also elect pre-medication for extra comfort.
The Procedure
Briefs — they support the boys.
Absolutely — you’re welcome to have a support person.
10–15 minutes under local anaesthetic.
We use a cauterizing device to create a tiny hole and access both tubes.
No. You’ll be awake. Pre-med is optional and helps with nerves.
No. It doesn’t alter your hormone levels.
Let us know. It may affect testing. We’ll guide you during your pre-op consult.
Reversals are costly and not always effective. You should be sure before proceeding.
Technically yes, but results vary. You can freeze sperm beforehand via Fertility Associates.
Recovery & Aftercare
5–10 days, depending on the individual.
Yes — unless you took pre-medication, in which case arrange a ride.
Yes — treat yourself. Avoid alcohol if you have taken the pre-medication.
Yes — but avoid swimming or soaking until healed.
Definitely.
Light/sedentary work — as soon as you feel up to it. Physically demanding jobs — take it easy for about a week.
After one week.
Whenever you feel ready.
Avoid heavy lifting and intense exercise for at least a week.
After one week and once the wound has healed.
Fertility & Effectiveness
Vasectomy is the most effective contraceptive. Our clinic’s failure rate is 1 in 500. If it fails, we’ll repeat the procedure for free.
No — sex drive is linked to testosterone, which remains unchanged.
No — sperm only makes up ~1% of the volume.
Your body reabsorbs it like it does with other old cells. No blue balls.
No. Wait until your sperm test confirms you’re sterile — usually 3 months.
3 months. We’ll remind you to return a sample.
Other Questions
Our doctor is on call 24/7.
Call 03 470 1888 or text 027 209 3455 and you’ll be contacted that day.
Some policies do. Check with your provider. We can provide quotes if needed.
We follow the NZ Privacy Act 2020. You can request and correct your records by contacting us:
03 470 1888
From time to time, we’re approached by organisations or events looking to include a vasectomy in a giveaway or raffle — and we’re happy to support that by donating a procedure.
If you’ve won a promotional vasectomy, here’s what you need to know:
The prize is not refundable, as it was donated and not paid for.
It can be transferred to someone else if you’re unable to have the procedure (for example, if it’s not medically appropriate).
It must be used within 12 months from when it is issued.
Winners receive the same care and service as all our patients.
Contact
Clinics in Wellington Christchurch and Dunedin
See Locations for details
Phone: 03 470 1888
Email: admin@noscalpel.co.nz