Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery in New Delhi, India
Educational information for international patients considering weight loss (bariatric) surgery in Delhi, with Dr. Sushant Wadhera, MBBS, MS, FNB (Minimal Access Surgery) — Delhi Medical Council Reg. No. 42170.
WhatsApp your reports for an initial assessment See the processYour surgeon
Dr. Sushant Wadhera, laparoscopic and bariatric surgeon, practising since 2004.
- MBBS (Manipal 2004), MS General Surgery (DAVV Indore 2008), FNB Minimal Access Surgery (NBE)
- Fellowship, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi · Member, EAES
- Delhi Medical Council Reg. No. 42170 · Status: Active · NMR ID: NMR_ID_HERE
- Affiliations (for information only): Fortis C-DOC Hospital (Chirag Enclave), PSRI Hospital (Sheikh Sarai), MASSH Hospital, SCI Hospital, Delhi
Clinic: C-379, Ground Floor, Pocket C, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi – 110076 · Mon–Sat 9 AM–9 PM, Sunday closed
The process, step by step – factual information
This is the general sequence. Your own plan depends on your clinical evaluation.
Online review
Share your medical reports on WhatsApp. Reports and a video consultation are used for an initial assessment.
Evaluation on arrival
In-person evaluation at an affiliated hospital (Fortis C-DOC or PSRI Hospital, Delhi).
Pre-anaesthesia checkup
Investigations and pre-anaesthesia checkup as per hospital protocol.
Procedure
Procedure as per indication. Hospital stay for bariatric procedures is generally 3–4 days, subject to clinical course.
Discharge & follow-up
Discharge summary and a follow-up plan, with later reviews by teleconsultation.
Bariatric procedures – educational information
Sleeve Gastrectomy
A part of the stomach is removed, leaving a smaller, tube-shaped stomach.
Read moreRoux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
The stomach is made smaller and food is re-routed past part of the small intestine.
Read moreMini Gastric Bypass
A single-connection bypass variant. Suitability is decided case by case.
Read moreIndications as per Asian guidelines: BMI above 37.5 without comorbidity, or above 32.5 with comorbidities, after failed medical management. As per literature, average excess weight loss is 70–80% at 12–18 months, and diabetes remission has been reported in studies. Individual results vary. Risks include leak, bleeding, and nutritional deficiency requiring lifelong supplementation after bypass procedures. No outcome is guaranteed.
Hospital facilities for international patients
Procedures are performed at Fortis C-DOC Hospital (Chirag Enclave) and PSRI Hospital (Sheikh Sarai), Delhi. Visa invitation letter assistance, airport transfer and interpreter services are provided as per hospital policy. Please contact the hospital's international patient desk for details.
Visa type and documents depend on your nationality. Please confirm requirements with the Indian mission in your country and the hospital desk.
Exploring Delhi and nearby areas during your stay
Many international patients and their companions use free days in Delhi. Sightseeing is best planned only after your surgeon clears you; timing and activity limits depend on the procedure and your recovery.
In Delhi
- Qutub Minar (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Humayun's Tomb
- Lotus Temple (South Delhi)
- India Gate and Lutyens' Delhi
- Red Fort and Chandni Chowk (Old Delhi)
- Akshardham Temple
Day trips (companions)
- Agra – Taj Mahal, roughly 3–4 hours by road
- Jaipur – the Pink City, roughly 5 hours by road
- Mathura–Vrindavan
Long road journeys are generally not advised in the early recovery period. Please ask your surgeon.
Food & comfort
- Your diet after surgery follows a staged plan from your care team
- Halal and vegetarian options are widely available in Delhi
- Hospital desk can advise on nearby stays for you and your companion
Charges – factual information
Charges vary by hospital, procedure, anaesthesia, length of stay and implants used. For a factual estimate, please contact the hospital billing desk directly. No discounts, limited-period offers, packages, referral benefits or free facilities are offered to encourage unnecessary consultation, as per NMC Guidelines Clause 8.1 x.
Frequently asked questions
What should I send for an initial assessment?
Recent blood reports, any previous surgery or discharge summaries, a list of current medicines, and your height and weight. You can share these on WhatsApp.
Is an online assessment enough to decide on surgery?
No. It is only an initial assessment. Suitability is decided after an in-person evaluation and the hospital's pre-anaesthesia checkup.
How long do I need to stay in Delhi?
Hospital stay for bariatric procedures is generally 3–4 days, subject to clinical course. Time needed in Delhi before and after the procedure is decided by your care team.
What are the risks of bariatric surgery?
Risks include leak, bleeding and infection. Bypass procedures can lead to nutritional deficiency requiring lifelong supplementation. Your surgeon will discuss risks specific to you.
Are results guaranteed?
No. Individual results vary and no outcome is guaranteed.
Send your reports on WhatsApp
Share your reports for an initial assessment. This is not a booking or a commitment.
WhatsApp: +91-7011165994 Email your reportsMBBS (Manipal 2004), MS General Surgery (DAVV Indore 2008), FNB Minimal Access Surgery (NBE)
Fellowship Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi | Member EAES
Registration: Delhi Medical Council Reg. No. 42170 | Status: Active | Practicing Since: 2004
Affiliations (for information only): Fortis C-DOC Hospital, Chirag Enclave | PSRI Hospital, Sheikh Sarai | MASSH Hospital | SCI Hospital, Delhi
Clinic: C-379, Ground Floor, Pocket C, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi - 110076
Hours: Mon-Sat 9AM-9PM, Sun Closed | Phone/WhatsApp: +91-7011165994 | Email: sushantwadhera@gmail.com
