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Bariatric surgery

Obesity Surgery in Ashaiman: Bariatric Methods

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$3,600

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Real result
Bariatric surgery: a patient before surgery and after weight loss before after
Weight loss with care and support
at each step. We discuss your surgery and recovery plan for free — before you choose.

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Results

Real weight loss outcomes of clinic patients

These are real patients treated at the clinic.

Irina, 26 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Irina, 26

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Angelina, 22 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Angelina, 22

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Anna, 31 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Anna, 31

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Veronika, 25 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Veronika, 25

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Valentina, 23 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Valentina, 23

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Evgenia, 41 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Evgenia, 41

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Anna, 27 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Anna, 27

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Veronika, 26 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Veronika, 26

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Kristina, 23 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Kristina, 23

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Anna, 24 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Anna, 24

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Veronika, 34 — before and after bariatric surgerybeforeafter

Veronika, 34

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Comparison

Weight loss
methods

Our clinic focuses on two operations, the sleeve gastrectomy and the gastric bypass. Look at the mechanism, the aim and the indications of each before you confidently choose.

Sleeve gastrectomy

A smaller stomach volume

A surgeon explains sleeve gastrectomy to a patient on an anatomical model

Discounted price

$3,600 $4,800

Main goal
Weight loss, feeling full quickly
Indications
Obesity without marked reflux
Anaesthesia and hospital stay
General anaesthesia, hospital stay of 1–3 to 4–5 days

Gastric bypass

A smaller stomach volume plus a new route for food

A surgeon shows a patient on a model how gastric bypass is done

Discounted price

$4,000 $5,200

Main goal
Weight loss, better metabolism
Indications
Obesity, diabetes or reflux
Anaesthesia and hospital 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.

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Weight loss surgery is not right for every patient

Only after a consultation and check-up is the decision on surgery made, jointly with the surgeon.

SuitableBariatric surgery helps with

A bariatric surgeon explains the indications for surgery to a patient
  • Excess weight
  • Hypertension
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Sleep apnea
  • Varicose veins
  • Joint disease
  • Fatty liver disease
  • Reproductive health problems

Not suitableContraindications

A surgeon discusses contraindications to bariatric surgery with a patient
  • 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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Text us on Telegram — our coordinator will let you know if bariatric surgery is the right choice for you. The surgeon consultation is free, with no obligation to go ahead with surgery.

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Prices

You know the price
before surgery

Your cost is confirmed at the consultation once the plan is ready and written into the contract.

Discounted price

Sleeve gastrectomy

A smaller stomach volume

Surgeons during a sleeve gastrectomy

$3,600$4,800

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Gastric bypass

Weight loss and a new route for food

A surgeon during a gastric bypass

$4,000$5,200

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Free

First consultation

Your treatment plan follows the surgeon's examination

First consultation

Free

the cost of the operation is named
and recorded in the contract

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Find out your method and the cost of surgery

Assessing your health and discussing what you want to achieve, the doctor selects the right bariatric method. The cost is named at the consultation and written into the contract.

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price

What the $3,600 (≈ GHS 42,000) price includes

You get one package, preparation to 12 months of support, with nothing extra.From your pre-surgery preparation
to follow-up support for 12 months.

  • Surgery and the surgeon's work
  • General anaesthesia
  • Staying in hospital after the operation
  • A slimmer, healthier body
  • Meals at the clinic
  • Support while you keep the weight off
  • From the first day you have a personal coordinator
  • Remote progress check by photos

$3,600$4,800

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How it goes

Treatment at the clinic —
from preparation until discharge

Support for a year, hospital monitoring and a treatment plan agreed in advance.

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Consultation and a treatment plan

To choose the right bariatric surgery method, the doctor assesses your health, discusses your goals and orders the necessary tests.

Booking the surgery date2

Setting the date of surgery

We reserve your surgery date; the deposit can be made by card in the clinic or by online bank transfer. The contract for medical services sets the terms

A blood sample tube for tests before bariatric surgery3

Tests ahead of surgery

Preparation for surgery means blood and urine tests, an ECG, an ultrasound, a gastroscopy and specialist consultations. Your doctor gives you the exact list at the consultation.

Surgeons performing a bariatric operation4

Surgery

Using the chosen method, the surgeon performs the bariatric surgery under general anaesthesia. Once it is over, the medical team monitors the patient.

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Inpatient stay

Following surgery you remain in hospital, supervised by doctors. The stay is from 1–3 to 4–5 days, depending on the operation's complexity and how you feel.

A doctor and a patient in the ward during recovery6

Recovery

Following discharge you get advice on diet and recovery, while scheduled check-ups track how you feel, your weight and tests. The clinic team supports you for a year.

The doctor puts together a plan at the consultation and explains the course of surgery

A surgeon shows a patient the result forecast on a tablet

There is no fee for the consultation, is held before surgery and carries no obligation.

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Doctors

Surgeons you can trust

Bariatric surgeon Andrey G. Ugay

Andrey G. Ugay

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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
Bariatric surgeon Ruslan S. Menzulin

Ruslan S. Menzulin

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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

The surgeon who operates on you also follows you, from the first consultation to the result.

The patient care manager holds your first consultation free of charge: they work out your BMI, explain the methods and book your appointment with the surgeon.

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Coordinators

Clinic coordinators

Our team supports you at each stage

Your personal coordinator

The person you reach first at the clinic, from your first message up to the consultation

Care specialist for patients

Answers your questions before the first consultation and helps you choose a convenient date

  • Explains each step of preparation
  • Reminds you about tests and check-ups
Your personal coordinator

With you before and while you stay with us, from booking to discharge

Care specialist for patients

Helps you prepare for the operation and stays in touch while you are at the clinic

  • Supports you before and after surgery
  • Helps with documents and bookings
Your personal coordinator

From discharge to your final check-up — with you throughout recovery

Care specialist for patients

Stays in touch while you recover and books your follow-up visits with the surgeon

  • Answers questions during recovery
  • Books follow-up visits

Advantages

Why people trust City Medical Centre

A surgeon consults a patient in the clinic

An approach shaped around you at every stage

We select the most suitable method for your health, lifestyle and goals. Our team supports you all the way.

A tablet with a meal plan and a patient's diary after bariatric surgery

Long-term
care after surgery

We help you track your results, keep them and adapt to new eating habits.

A patient at the clinic

Real, lasting results

Stable weight loss, improved well-being and a higher quality of life.

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Your timetable comes first

We value your time: we are open 24/7, booking is easy and the approach is personal — we adapt to your pace.

A contract with a fixed price for surgery and no hidden fees

Fixed prices

No hidden fees and no surprises on the way to your result: after the consultation the surgeon chooses the method and you get a clear price.

Prices

Prices for bariatric surgery

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  • Bariatric surgeon consultation

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  • Sleeve gastrectomy

    Price without discount: $4,800$3,600

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  • Gastric bypass

    Price without discount: $5,200$4,000

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FAQ

What people usually ask us
before booking

Bariatric Surgery in Ashaiman: price and what is included

Prices are in US dollars; the amount in brackets is an approximate conversion to GHS at the rate of 02.10.2026. The final price is fixed in your contract.

How much does bariatric surgery in Ashaiman cost?

Prices start from $3,600 (≈ GHS 42,000). 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?

Message us on WhatsApp or Telegram using the buttons below. A coordinator will answer your questions and book a free consultation where the doctor names the exact price.

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When bariatric surgery in Ashaiman makes sense

Mini gastric bypass is an improved version of the classic operation with a single connection between the small stomach and the intestine. The technique is simpler, recovery shorter, and weight loss reaches 75–80% of excess weight. It is technically reversible, but bile reflux is a possible risk. For people from Ashaiman, the surgeon explains such trade-offs before any decision.

Eating changes in stages. A staged diet lasts 1–2 months, moving from liquid to soft to solid food so the stomach can adapt, with the focus on protein and limited high-calorie, fatty dishes. Following specialist advice, patients lose on average 10% of excess weight per month. Those from Ashaiman build stable eating habits that keep the weight from returning.

Weight loss is written into the contract, and the package includes every stage: consultation, diagnostics, the operation, inpatient care with meals and a year of support. A personal coordinator guides you from day one. To begin, patients from Ashaiman leave a request on the page or message the clinic, then receive a free consultation with a bariatric surgeon.

Patient reviews

What patients write after this operation. Reviews are translated from the original language.

Irina, 26

For a long time I doubted whether to go ahead with surgery, but after the consultation I felt much calmer. Andrey Georgievich explained in detail how gastric bypass is done, what to expect after the operation and how recovery would go. I especially liked that they talked to me calmly and without pressure. I am now gradually getting used to my new way of life and I am very glad I took this step.

Bariatric surgery

Doctor: Andrey G. Ugay

Angelina, 22

For me the hardest part was deciding to have the operation. At the consultation Ruslan Sergeyevich answered all my questions in detail and explained the specifics of sleeve gastrectomy and recovery. After the operation I always understood what I was doing and why. Thank you to the doctor and the whole team for their attentiveness.

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Doctor: Ruslan S. Menzulin

Anna, 31

For a very long time I tried to deal with my excess weight on my own, but I did not get the result I wanted. After the consultation with Andrey Georgievich I finally understood what to do next. I came through the operation well, and my recovery was supervised by the doctors. It was important for me to feel that I was not left alone after surgery.

Bariatric surgery

Doctor: Andrey G. Ugay

Veronika, 25

Before the operation I had many fears, mostly of the unknown. Ruslan Sergeyevich explained every stage of treatment in detail and answered even the simplest questions. Thanks to that I felt much more confident. I keep following the recommendations and I am gradually seeing the changes I had the operation for.

Bariatric surgery

Doctor: Ruslan S. Menzulin

Valentina, 23

The decision to have bariatric surgery was not easy for me. I worried both about the operation itself and about how my life would change afterwards. At the consultation Andrey Georgievich explained everything in detail, so little by little my fear turned into confidence. What matters most to me now is the result and the chance to treat my health and lifestyle differently.

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Doctor: Andrey G. Ugay

Anna, 27

I am very grateful to Ruslan Sergeyevich for his attentiveness. Before the operation I had a huge number of questions, and I got a clear answer to every one of them. After the operation it was also clear which recommendations to follow and how to eat. It was important to me that the doctor stayed in touch and I felt supported at every stage.

Bariatric surgery

Doctor: Ruslan S. Menzulin

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Ashaiman and the decision about bariatric surgery

Ashaiman is a large town and the capital of the Ashaiman Municipal District in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. According to the 2021 census, the town, along with the district, has a population of 208,060 people. In a community of this size, many families share the same questions about weight, diabetes, blood pressure and joint pain, and many people quietly wonder whether surgery could help them.

This text is written for residents of Ashaiman who are considering sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass. It explains how the decision is usually made, what the preparation involves, how recovery fits into the rhythm of the town and how you can speak to specialists from home, without leaving your own neighbourhood for the first step.

Obesity is a long-term medical condition, not a failure of willpower. The World Health Organization describes obesity and overweight as a major health concern, and bariatric surgery is one of the tools doctors use when non-surgical approaches have not given a lasting result. It is a serious operation that works only together with a changed way of eating and living.

Who is usually considered a candidate

Body mass index, or BMI, is the main tool for assessing the degree of obesity. It is calculated by dividing body weight in kilograms by height in metres squared. Surgery is usually justified with a BMI above 40, or above 35 with serious related conditions. In some cases surgery is considered at lower values too, if non-surgical approaches have failed.

In practical terms: a BMI over 40, or over 35 with related health conditions, is the usual starting point. The surgeon confirms whether surgery suits you at the consultation. A figure on a calculator is only the first step. Your history of diets, your other illnesses, your medicines and your daily habits are all discussed.

General contraindications are decided individually by the surgeon and the anaesthetist. Serious heart or lung disease, untreated eating disorders, active dependence on alcohol or other substances, and an inability to follow the dietary rules afterwards are the kinds of issues that need careful discussion. Bring a list of your medicines and past tests to the first conversation.

Climate in Ashaiman and how it affects recovery

Ashaiman has a tropical savanna climate, with a wet season and a dry season and hot temperatures all year round. Average annual rainfall ranges from 730 to 790 mm. The wet season usually runs from April to June, while the dry season is from September to November.

Heat matters for recovery after bariatric surgery mainly because of fluids. After the operation you drink in small, frequent sips, and in hot weather it is easy to fall behind. Keep a bottle with you, follow the fluid plan from your team and tell the coordinator if you feel dizzy, very tired or have a dry mouth.

Light, breathable clothing is the practical choice in Ashaiman. Avoid tight waistbands over the small incisions. In the rainy months, damp air and wet streets call for care: keep the wounds clean and dry, and avoid long walks in heavy rain in the first days. In the dry months, dust and strong sun make it sensible to rest indoors during the hottest hours and walk early or late in the day.

Choosing the season for the operation

There is no single perfect month. For many people in Ashaiman the dry season from September to November offers steadier weather for the first walks, while the wet season from April to June can make movement outside less comfortable. This is general advice only, and your own work and family calendar matters more than the weather.

Think about big events in the family: funerals, weddings, naming ceremonies and religious festivals are important in a town where Christianity (approx. 80%) and Islam (16.5%) are the biggest religions. Rich meals and long gatherings are hard for the first period after a stomach operation, so plan the surgery so that you are not under social pressure to eat.

The centre works around the clock, 24/7. Booking is easy, the approach is personal and the schedule adapts to your pace. You can talk through possible dates with a coordinator on Telegram or Telegram at any hour, including in the evening after work.

The two operations: sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass

In sleeve gastrectomy the stomach is made smaller. In gastric bypass the stomach is reduced and the route of food through the digestive system is changed. The choice depends on your weight, your illnesses, your eating habits and the surgeon's assessment, and it is made together with you at the consultation.

The centre relies on modern laparoscopic technique. The operation is performed through 4 small punctures of 5 to 15 mm. Cosmetic sutures are used, so after healing the marks are barely visible. This is useful to know if you wear fitted clothes or work in a job where you are often on show.

The operation is done under general anaesthesia. The hospital stay is 1–5 days, depending on the method and how you feel. Doctors supervise you in hospital after surgery, and the stay can be shorter or longer depending on the complexity of the operation and your condition.

Hospital stay, work and everyday life afterwards

Plan for 1–5 days under observation in hospital. Recovery time depends on activity. Office work is possible after 2–4 weeks. Physical work is possible after 1.5 months. Many people in Ashaiman work in demanding, active jobs, and agriculture is the biggest economic sector in the town, followed by manufacturing and services. If your job involves lifting, long hours on your feet or work in the sun, discuss it in detail with the surgeon and plan the longer break.

Back to work after 2–4 weeks applies to desk and light duties. If you are self-employed or run a small trade, talk to family about who covers the work for the first weeks. Arranging this before the operation removes much stress.

Students and parents have their own questions. Ashaiman Senior High School alone has about 1,400 students, which gives an idea of how many young people live in the town. Adults who care for children should arrange help with lifting and carrying in the first period and make sure someone is at home at the start.

Food culture, sport and pregnancy

Ashaiman is home to many groups: Ga-Adangbe, Ga, Guan, Hausa, Fante, Dagomba, Ewe, Ashanti and Akuapem. That means many food traditions, with shared dishes, family plates and street food. After surgery, portions are very small and the diet moves in stages. Talk to the dietitian about how to adapt familiar dishes at home, how to cook with less oil and sugar and how to say no politely at gatherings.

On activity: swimming is allowed after 30 days, and other exercise is added gradually as weight goes down. Walking is the best start. Do not rush to heavy training; the surgeon will tell you when it is safe to progress.

Getting pregnant after bariatric surgery is possible, but doctors advise waiting at least 12–18 months, so the body can stabilize, weight can reach target values and nutritional status can normalize. Women in Ashaiman who plan a family should discuss contraception and timing before the operation.

How the remote consultation works from Ashaiman

The first consultation is free and online, so you can take it at home in Ashaiman. A coordinator is available 24/7 on Telegram and Telegram, and a coordinator will call you back 24/7. You send your height, weight, list of illnesses and medicines, and any recent test results. The surgeon then assesses whether surgery suits you.

The programme is organised as one package: from preparation to 12 months of support, all in one package, with no added fees. Follow-up support lasts 12 months. This includes questions about diet, fluids, vitamins, exercise and your weight loss pace. Expect the result to develop over time, with weight loss continuing until 18–24 months after surgery.

Local health infrastructure is developing. A 190-bed district hospital was announced for Ashaiman under Ghana's Agenda 111 programme, but construction had not started as of December 2025. For long-term follow-up, it is useful to identify a nearby general doctor and laboratory for routine blood tests, and to share the results with your remote team.

A town founded by Nii Ashai and what its name means for families today

According to local belief, the name Ashaiman joins two Ga words: Ashai, the first name of Ibrahim Nii Ashai, who founded the town, and Mang, which means town. Nii Ashai settled here after he had moved from Tema. A place named after one man who left a larger settlement to start his own tends to keep a strong sense of family and personal loyalty, and that is useful when you plan a major operation.

The town later grew as squatters who were building Tema, and others, moved onto government land. Many households therefore have a history of building something from nothing, and of managing on little. People with this background are often practical and reluctant to rest. After a sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass, that habit needs to be adjusted. Your first days at home are for recovery, not for catching up on chores.

A good first step is a family conversation. Explain which operation you are considering, that the stay is 1–5 days under observation, and that office work is usually possible after 2–4 weeks. When elders and relatives know the plan in advance, fewer people will urge you to eat large portions or to return to heavy tasks too soon.

Chiefs, community voices and the many peoples of Ashaiman

Ashaiman has a paramount chief, or Omanhene, and the current Mantse is Nii Annang Adzor. In towns with a traditional leadership, family decisions are often discussed with respected relatives, and health choices are no exception. If an elder or a church or mosque leader is important in your household, tell them what you have decided and why. Their understanding helps you at gatherings where food is offered.

The population includes Ga-Adangbe, Ga, Guan, Hausa, Fante, Dagomba, Ewe, Ashanti and Akuapem families, and the biggest religions are Christianity at about 80% and Islam at 16.5%. Neighbours from different backgrounds may give very different advice about weight, remedies and herbal products. Before you take any herbal drink or supplement, ask your surgical team, because after surgery the body absorbs and tolerates things differently.

Some people in a mixed town fear gossip about surgery. You decide who to tell. A coordinator on Telegram or Telegram is available 24/7, so you can ask questions privately at night without discussing them in the compound or the workplace.

Work, farming and factories: planning leave in Ashaiman

Agriculture is the biggest economic sector in Ashaiman, followed by manufacturing and services. These sectors place very different demands on the body, so the return date depends on your daily tasks. A person who files papers or serves customers at a counter can think about 2–4 weeks. A person who carries loads, works the land or stands at a production line should plan for about 1.5 months before physical work.

Because Ashaiman borders Tema Metropolitan District to the south and west, many residents work in factories and services in the neighbouring area. If you commute, ask your employer about lighter duties for the first weeks and about time off for check-ups. A commute in crowded transport is tiring early on, so think about whether someone can accompany you on the first days.

If you work for yourself, prepare in advance: tell regular customers about a short break, arrange for a relative to cover the stall or trade, and avoid taking large orders in the weeks around the operation. This planning matters as much as the medical preparation.

Ashaiman Senior High School, young people and weight

Ashaiman Senior High School is the best-known school in the town. It was founded in September 1990 with 39 students and two teachers and now has about 1,400 students and 104 teachers, offering General Arts, General Science, Agriculture, Business and Visual Arts. Many parents of such students are in the age group that considers weight surgery, and many are also the main earners of the household.

If you are a parent or a teacher, the school calendar helps you choose the time. Planning the operation during a school break means children are at home to help with light tasks, and you are not obliged to attend school events while still tired. Teachers who stand for many hours should discuss with the surgeon when long standing is realistic again.

Young adults in the town sometimes ask whether they are too young. Age is judged by the surgeon together with BMI, health conditions and earlier attempts at weight loss, not by a fixed rule from a neighbour. The consultation is free and online, so a young person can send height, weight and medicines and hear an individual assessment.

Questions to ask the surgeon

Prepare your questions before the call. Which operation is better for me and why? What does my BMI and my other illnesses mean for the choice? How long will I stay in hospital, within the 1–5 day range? What will the first weeks of eating look like? When can I return to my office or physical work?

Ask also about vitamins and supplements, how often tests are needed, what signs mean you should call the coordinator immediately, and how follow-up support for 12 months is organised. Ask what happens if your weight loss slows down, and how to manage medicines for diabetes or blood pressure after the operation.

Write the answers down and share them with a family member. Support at home is among the strongest factors in the long period after surgery, and in Ashaiman, where family networks are strong, involving relatives early is a real advantage.

Who can have bariatric surgery in Ashaiman?

Usually a BMI over 40, or over 35 with related health conditions. In some cases surgery is considered at lower values too, if non-surgical approaches have failed. The surgeon confirms whether surgery suits you at the consultation.

Is the first consultation really free?

Yes. The online consultation is free and you take it from home in Ashaiman. A coordinator is available 24/7 on Telegram and Telegram.

How is BMI calculated?

Divide your body weight in kilograms by your height in metres squared. It is the main tool for assessing the degree of obesity.

What anaesthesia is used?

General anaesthesia. The operation is done laparoscopically through 4 small punctures of 5 to 15 mm.

How long will I be in hospital?

The hospital stay is 1–5 days, depending on the method and how you feel. Doctors supervise you after surgery.

When can I go back to work?

Office work is possible after 2–4 weeks. Physical work is possible after 1.5 months.

When can I swim or exercise?

Swimming is allowed after 30 days. Other exercise is added gradually as weight goes down.

Will the hot climate of Ashaiman be a problem?

Heat means you must keep up with small, frequent sips of fluid. Wear light clothes, rest in the hottest hours and follow your team's advice on hydration.

When is it safe to become pregnant?

Doctors advise waiting at least 12–18 months, so the body can stabilize, weight can reach target values and nutritional status can normalize.

What support is there afterwards?

The package runs from preparation to 12 months of support, with no added fees. Follow-up support lasts 12 months, and a coordinator will call you back 24/7.

Does it matter that Ashaiman is a hot, mixed community when I choose surgery?

Heat and family gatherings are practical points. Keep up with small sips of fluid, wear light clothes and tell relatives in advance about your new portions so that you are not pressed to eat at events.

I work in a factory or farm near Ashaiman. When can I return?

Physical work is possible after about 1.5 months, while office work is possible after 2–4 weeks. Describe your exact tasks to the surgeon at the free online consultation so the date fits your job.

Should I tell the community leaders or my religious leader?

That is your choice. Many people find that telling one respected relative or leader helps them refuse large servings politely, and a coordinator is available 24/7 to answer your questions privately.

Can a parent of a school student plan surgery around the school year?

Yes. A school break can make home help easier. Plan for 1–5 days in hospital and 2–4 weeks before office work, and arrange help with lifting and carrying at home.

Page medically reviewed by Andrey G. Ugay, lead bariatric surgeon. Review date: .