Weight Loss Surgery in India for International Patients – Educational Information
Reviewed by: Dr. Sushant Wadhera, MBBS MS FNB-MAS | DMC Reg No 42170 | NMR ID: [ADD NMR ID] | Status: Active | Last reviewed: 14 Oct 2026 | Origin: AI-assisted, medically reviewed
Process – Factual Information
- Online review of medical reports and video consultation for initial assessment
- Evaluation on arrival at affiliated hospital (Fortis C-DOC, PSRI Hospital, Delhi)
- Pre-anaesthesia checkup and investigations as per hospital protocol
- Procedure as per indication
- Hospital stay as per procedure: laparoscopic procedures generally 24-48 hours, bariatric procedures generally 3-4 days, subject to clinical course
- Discharge with summary and follow-up plan via teleconsultation
Hospital Facilities – Factual Disclosure
Procedures are performed at Fortis C-DOC Hospital, Chirag Enclave and PSRI Hospital, Sheikh Sarai, Delhi. International patient services including visa invitation letter assistance, airport transfer, and interpreter services are provided as per hospital policy. For details contact hospital international patient desk.
Bariatric Procedures – Educational Information
Types: Sleeve Gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Mini Gastric Bypass. Indications as per Asian guidelines: BMI >37.5 without comorbidity or >32.5 with comorbidities after failed medical management. As per literature, average excess weight loss 70-80% at 12-18 months, diabetes remission reported in studies. Individual results vary. Risks include leak, bleeding, nutritional deficiency requiring lifelong supplementation in bypass procedures. No guarantee of outcome.
Charges – Factual Information
Charges vary as per hospital, procedure, anaesthesia, length of stay, and implants/mesh used. For factual estimate, contact hospital billing 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.
Note: This page provides educational information only for public awareness as permitted under NMC Guidelines 06/10/2026. It is not an advertisement or solicitation. No claim of best/top/No.1 is made. No patient testimonials or before-after images are presented.
