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Bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery
Bariatric Operations in Abu Dhabi: Who They Suit
Discounted price
$3,600
$4,800 · First consultation — Free
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all the way. Your surgery and recovery plan is discussed free of charge — before you decide.
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Results
Weight loss results of our patients
All cases are real patients of the clinic.
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Comparison
Weight loss
methods
Our surgeons perform two key operations — sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. A side-by-side look at how, why and when each is used helps you choose with confidence.
Sleeve gastrectomy
Reducing the stomach volume
Discounted price
$3,600 $4,800
- Main goal
- Weight loss, feeling full quickly
- When it is done
- Obesity without marked reflux
- Anaesthesia and stay
- General anaesthesia, hospital stay of 1–3 to 4–5 days
Gastric bypass
Reducing the stomach volume and rerouting food
Discounted price
$4,000 $5,200
- Main goal
- Weight loss, better metabolism
- When it is done
- Obesity, diabetes or reflux
- Anaesthesia and stay
- General anaesthesia, hospital stay of 1–3 to 4–5 days
The listed benefits and recovery times are guideline averages per method. How much surgery is needed and how recovery goes depend on your anatomy and individual features — the surgeon confirms this at the consultation.
Book a consultationAbout the clinic
A clinic where you can feel at ease
Modern equipment, comfortable rooms and care for every patient
Contact us the way that suits you
We will answer your questions and find a convenient time for a consultation
Get a consultationBariatric surgery is not for everyone
Whether to have surgery is decided together with the surgeon after the consultation and check-up.
SuitableBariatric surgery helps with
- Excess weight
- Hypertension
- Type 2 diabetes
- Sleep apnea
- Varicose veins
- Joint disease
- Fatty liver disease
- Reproductive health problems
Not suitableContraindications
- Age under 18
- Malignant tumors
- Pregnancy
- Blood clotting disorders
- Severe chronic and mental illness
- Acute illness or flare-ups of chronic disease
- Less than six months since breastfeeding ended
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Prices
You know the price
before surgery
We tell you the cost at the consultation once your plan is ready; the contract then fixes it.
Discounted price
Sleeve gastrectomy
Reducing the stomach volume
$3,600$4,800
Discounted price
Gastric bypass
Weight loss and rerouting food
$4,000$5,200
Free
First consultation
Surgeon's examination and a treatment plan
Free
the cost of surgery is named
and fixed in the contract
Find out your method and the cost of surgery
After assessing your health and discussing your goals, the doctor picks the right bariatric surgery method. You learn the cost at the consultation, and the contract fixes it.
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price
What the $3,600 (≈ AED 13,500) price includes
A complete package: preparation plus 12 months of support, without any extra charges.From preparation for surgery
to support for 12 months.
- Surgery and the surgeon's work
- General anaesthesia
- Inpatient stay after surgery
- A slimmer, healthier body
- Meals at the clinic
- Support while you keep the weight off
- A personal coordinator from day one
- Remote progress check by photos
How it works
Treatment at the clinic —
from preparation to discharge
Your agreed treatment plan, monitoring during your hospital stay and support for a year.
1Consultation and a treatment plan
The doctor reviews your health and goals and orders the tests required to decide on the right bariatric surgery method.
2Booking the surgery date
The contract for medical services fixes the terms; we reserve a surgery date for you, and the deposit can be paid by card at the clinic or by bank transfer online
3Tests before surgery
At the consultation the doctor gives you the exact list of pre-surgery checks: blood and urine tests, an ECG, an ultrasound, a gastroscopy and visits to specialists.
4Surgery
The medical team monitors the patient after the operation, which the surgeon performs under general anaesthesia using the chosen bariatric method.
5Inpatient stay
Once the operation is over, you stay in hospital supervised by doctors. Depending on its complexity and how you feel, this lasts from 1–3 to 4–5 days.
6Recovery
When you are discharged, you get diet and recovery advice. Regular scheduled check-ups track your well-being, weight and test results, and the clinic team supports you for a year.
The doctor puts together a plan at the consultation and explains the course of surgery
The consultation is free, before surgery and with no obligation.
Book a consultationDoctors
Surgeons you can trust
Andrey G. Ugay
27 years of experience
Lead bariatric surgeon
Surgeon
- Has performed the largest number of SASJ operations in the country
- Expert council member of the national Society of Bariatric Surgeons
- Speaks regularly at national and international congresses
Ruslan S. Menzulin
9 years of experience
Bariatric surgeon
Surgical oncologist
- Trained at Mercy clinic (USA) under Vadim Gushchin
- Spoke at the World Congress of bariatric surgery in Santiago (2025)
- Co-author of an international study published in The Lancet
Your surgeon performs the operation and stays with you from the first consultation to the result.
The first consultation is with our patient care manager: they calculate your BMI, explain the methods and book you in with the surgeon. Free of charge.
Book a consultationCoordinators
Clinic coordinators
We support you at every stage
Your first contact at the clinic — from your first message to the consultation
Patient care specialist
Before the first consultation, answers your questions and helps find a date that suits you
- Explains each step of preparation
- Reminds you about tests and check-ups
With you before your stay and during it, from booking to discharge
Patient care specialist
Helps you prepare for surgery and stays in touch during your stay at the clinic
- Supports you before and after surgery
- Helps with documents and bookings
By your side through recovery, from discharge to your final check-up
Patient care specialist
Keeps in touch during recovery and books your follow-up visits with the surgeon
- Answers questions during recovery
- Books follow-up visits
Advantages
Why patients choose City Medical Centre
A personal approach at every stage
The best method is chosen for your health, lifestyle and goals, and our team is with you all the way.
Long-term
support after surgery
With our help you adapt to new eating habits, track your results and sustain them.
Real and lasting results
Consistent weight loss, better well-being and a higher quality of life.
Your schedule is our priority
We respect your time: we work daily 10:00–18:00, with easy booking and a personal approach — we adapt to your pace.
Fixed prices
The surgeon decides on the method after the consultation and you get a clear price: no hidden fees, no unexpected costs on the way to your result.
FAQ
Answers to what people ask
before booking
At the clinic, bariatric operations are carried out by experienced bariatric surgeons:
- Ruslan S. Menzulin — bariatric surgeon and surgical oncologist, 9 years of experience. Trained at Mercy clinic (USA) under Vadim Gushchin, spoke at the World Congress of bariatric surgery in Santiago (2025). Co-author of an international study published in The Lancet.
- Andrey G. Ugay — lead bariatric surgeon, 27 years of experience. Has performed the largest number of SASJ operations in the country. Expert council member of the national Society of Bariatric Surgeons.
Get in touch by message: our coordinator will reply shortly and book your consultation. The bariatric surgeon consultation is free.
Surgery is prescribed only when clear criteria are met
- The patient's body mass index (BMI)
- Overall health and any related chronic conditions
- Earlier attempts to lose weight by conventional means have failed
BMI is the principal gauge of how advanced obesity is, found by dividing body weight (kg) by height squared (m²). Typically, a BMI above 40 — or above 35 with serious related conditions — justifies surgery. Some patients with lower values are considered for surgery too, if non-surgical options have failed.
The two are often mistaken for each other, but their goals are fundamentally different. Bariatric surgery provides medical treatment for obesity and related diseases. Changing how the digestive tract works, it deals with the causes of excess weight and metabolism. Plastic surgery modifies the body's outer contours; it does not treat obesity or affect metabolism.
City Medical Centre performs four main types of bariatric surgery: sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass (MGB) and SADI-S duodeno-ileal bypass. Each method is chosen individually based on BMI, related conditions and the patient's goals.
We apply modern laparoscopic technique, operating through 4 small punctures of 5 to 15 mm. Thanks to cosmetic sutures, the marks are almost invisible once they heal.
Recovery depends on what you plan to do. Office work: after 2–4 weeks. Physical work: after 1.5 months. Sport and activity: swimming after 30 days, other exercise phased in as weight drops. Travel and holidays: preferably not earlier than one month after surgery.
Your meals progress in stages: liquid food, soft food, then solid. The stress is on protein and on reducing high-calorie, fatty food.
Pregnancy is an option after bariatric surgery, but doctors advise waiting at least 12–18 months. By then the body has stabilized, weight has reached target values and nutritional status has normalized.
Yes, after bariatric surgery vitamins cannot be skipped. As the digestive anatomy changes, some nutrients are absorbed less well, making regular vitamin and mineral supplements a permanent feature of the patient's life.
Weight regain after bariatric surgery is possible, but very unlikely if you follow the doctor's advice. Proper nutrition, avoiding high-calorie drinks and regular follow-up with City Medical Centre specialists are key.
Bariatric Surgery in Abu Dhabi: price and what is included
Prices are in US dollars; the amount in brackets is an approximate conversion to AED at the rate of 02.10.2026. The final price is fixed in your contract.
- Bariatric Surgeryfrom $3,600 (≈ AED 13,500)
How much does bariatric surgery in Abu Dhabi cost?
Prices start from $3,600 (≈ AED 13,500). The surgeon sets the final price at the free consultation, and it is fixed in the contract, with no hidden extras.
What is included in the price?
General anaesthesia, a personal coordinator from day one, monitoring in the hospital and support for one year.
How long do the procedure and recovery take?
The hospital stay is 1–5 days, depending on the method and how you feel. Office work is possible after 2–4 weeks.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. The first consultation is free and does not oblige you to anything. You can start online by sending a message to the coordinator.
How do I get my exact price?
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