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Bariatric Surgery in Gurgaon - Long-Term Weight Loss & Metabolic Health

Bariatric Surgery in Gurgaon - Long-Term Weight Loss & Metabolic Health

Advanced Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery Centre in Gurgaon

Scientifically proven laparoscopic bariatric surgery in Delhi NCR including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass and revision surgery.

Overview

Dr Rajat Robotic Lap is an obesity surgery centre in Gurgaon offering scientifically proven bariatric surgery in Gurgaon for patients struggling with severe obesity and related diseases. As an experienced bariatric surgeon in Gurgaon, Dr Rajat performs laparoscopic bariatric surgery in Delhi NCR including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass and revision surgery.

Who Is Eligible for Bariatric Surgery? (BMI Criteria)

  • BMI is 32.5-37.5 with obesity-related diseases such as diabetes, blood pressure, sleep apnoea or severe joint problems.
  • BMI is 37.5 or above even without comorbidities, or BMI 30-32.5 with serious metabolic disease in carefully selected cases.

Types of Weight Loss Surgery in Gurgaon

  • Gastric sleeve surgery in Gurgaon (Sleeve gastrectomy) - a large portion of the stomach is removed, reducing capacity and altering hunger hormones; this is a purely restrictive procedure and is commonly performed laparoscopically.
  • Gastric bypass surgery in Gurgaon (Roux-en-Y gastric bypass) - creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the intestine to reduce both intake and absorption, which can be very effective for obesity with diabetes.
  • Mini gastric bypass (MGB / OAGB) - a single-anastomosis bypass that can be suitable in selected patients, especially with high BMI or uncontrolled diabetes.
  • Revision bariatric surgery - for patients who have had previous weight-loss surgery but regained weight or developed complications, requiring highly specialised assessment and planning.

Benefits and Risks of Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery leads to dramatic and sustained weight loss in many patients and significantly improves or even resolves obesity-related diseases like type 2 diabetes, hypertension and sleep apnoea when combined with lifestyle changes.

As with any major surgery, there are risks such as bleeding, leak, infection and nutritional deficiencies, which are minimised by proper patient selection, experienced teams and lifelong follow-up with regular vitamins and monitoring.

Can Bariatric Surgery Help Diabetes, BP and PCOS?

Evidence shows that bariatric and metabolic surgery improves blood sugar control and can lead to remission of type 2 diabetes in many patients, particularly when performed earlier in the course of the disease.

Blood pressure, cholesterol, fatty liver disease, sleep apnoea and PCOS symptoms also typically improve as weight comes down and metabolic health normalises, allowing reduction in medicines under supervision.

Bariatric Surgery Cost in Gurgaon / Delhi NCR

The cost of weight loss surgery in Gurgaon varies with type of procedure (sleeve vs bypass), hospital category, length of stay, stents or ICU, nutrition follow-up and insurance approval. During counselling, the team provides an approximate package and clarifies what is covered, so patients can plan finances realistically and compare with long-term costs of obesity-related illnesses.

Recovery Time After Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Most bariatric procedures are done laparoscopically, and patients usually stay 2-3 days in hospital, followed by a liquid and soft diet progression over a few weeks. Light walking begins the same day or next day, routine office work is often possible in 2-3 weeks, while heavy exercise is delayed until the surgeon and dietician confirm healing and nutritional status.

Bariatric Surgery FAQs

Many patients looking for the best bariatric surgeon in Gurgaon choose experienced surgeons who perform a high volume of gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and revision surgeries and are members of recognised societies like OSSI.

Bariatric surgery is a powerful tool, but long-term success depends on follow-up, diet, activity and support; most patients maintain significant weight loss when they follow the recommended lifestyle plan.

Most patients need a structured preparation period including dietician visits, psychological and medical evaluation, which can take a few weeks; timelines vary depending on your health, investigations and insurance approvals.

Temporary hair thinning can occur a few months after bariatric surgery due to rapid weight loss and nutritional shifts, but it is usually reversible with proper protein intake, vitamin supplementation and follow-up.

Many guidelines advise avoiding pregnancy for at least 12-18 months after surgery until weight and nutrition stabilise; bariatric surgery can improve fertility and PCOS, so planned pregnancy with gynaecologist and bariatric team input is important.

Most modern bariatric procedures are done laparoscopically or robotically using several small incisions, resulting in smaller scars than traditional open surgery, though the exact pattern depends on your procedure.

Lifelong commitment to portion control, high-protein meals, avoiding sugary and carbonated drinks, regular exercise and daily vitamin/mineral supplements is essential to maintain weight loss and prevent deficiencies.

A small percentage of patients may have inadequate weight loss, weight regain or complications, and may need revisional bariatric surgery; this is why long-term follow-up and behavioural support are as important as the initial operation.

Centres that follow established guidelines, have experienced multidisciplinary teams and structured pre- and post-operative pathways offer outcomes comparable to international standards for appropriately selected patients.

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