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Bariatric surgery

Weight Loss Surgery in Blida: Sleeve, Bypass, SADI-S

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$3,600

$4,800 · First consultation — Free

Real result
Bariatric surgery: a patient before surgery and after weight loss before after
Weight loss guided and supported
throughout. Your surgery and recovery plan is reviewed at no charge — prior to deciding.

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Results

How our patients lost weight: real results

All cases are real patients of 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

Two core procedures are offered here: gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy. See how each one works, its purpose and its indications so you can pick a method with confidence.

Sleeve gastrectomy

Making the stomach smaller

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
When it is done
Obesity without marked reflux
Anaesthesia and stay
General anaesthesia, hospital stay of 1–3 to 4–5 days

Gastric bypass

Stomach volume is reduced and the food path is changed

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
When it is done
Obesity, diabetes or reflux
Anaesthesia and stay
General anaesthesia, hospital stay of 1–3 to 4–5 days

Benefits and recovery times are shown as averages for each method and are only a guide: the scope of surgery and your recovery depend on your anatomy and individual features, and the surgeon confirms them at the consultation.

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Comfortable rooms, modern equipment and care for each person

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Our team will reply to your questions and help you choose a consultation time

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Bariatric surgery is suitable only for some patients

The decision on surgery is made together with the surgeon after a consultation and check-up.

SuitableBariatric surgery addresses

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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Prices

You know the price
before surgery

The price is stated at the consultation as soon as your plan is ready and then fixed in the contract.

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Sleeve gastrectomy

Making the stomach smaller

Surgeons during a sleeve gastrectomy

$3,600$4,800

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Gastric bypass

Rerouting food and losing weight

A surgeon during a gastric bypass

$4,000$5,200

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Free

First consultation

Examination by the surgeon and a personal treatment plan

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

The doctor looks at your health, talks about your goals and chooses the right method of bariatric surgery. You get the cost at the consultation, fixed in the contract.

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price

What the $3,600 (≈ DZD 485,000) price includes

You get one package, preparation to 12 months of support, with nothing extra.From preparation for surgery
to support for 12 months.

  • Surgery and the surgeon's work
  • General anaesthesia
  • Hospital stay after surgery
  • 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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Step by step

Treatment at the clinic —
from preparation to discharge

Hospital monitoring, a treatment plan agreed with you and a year of support.

A bariatric surgeon shows a patient the surgery plan on a tablet1

Consultation and a treatment plan

The doctor assesses your health, discusses your goals and orders the tests needed to choose the right bariatric surgery method.

Booking the surgery date2

Choosing and booking a date

To reserve your surgery date, pay the deposit by card at the clinic or online by bank transfer. The terms are fixed in the contract for medical services

A blood sample tube for tests before bariatric surgery3

Lab tests before the operation

Pre-operative checks include blood and urine tests, an ECG, an ultrasound, a gastroscopy and specialist visits; your exact list comes from the doctor at the consultation.

Surgeons performing a bariatric operation4

Surgery

The surgeon performs the bariatric procedure by the chosen method under general anaesthesia, and the medical team then monitors the patient after surgery.

A hospital ward at the clinic5

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

After you leave hospital, you receive advice on diet and recovery. Scheduled check-ups monitor your weight, test results and how you feel. 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

The consultation is free, before surgery and with 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

Head 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

From the first consultation to the result, your surgeon operates and follows you.

Free of charge, the first consultation with our patient care manager covers calculating your BMI, explaining the methods and booking you in with the surgeon.

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Coordinators

Clinic coordinators

Our team supports you at each stage

Your personal coordinator

From the first message to the consultation, your first point of contact at the clinic

Patient support specialist

Answers any questions before your first consultation and helps you choose a suitable date

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

With you before your stay and during it, from booking to discharge

Patient support specialist

Guides your preparation for surgery and stays in contact while you are at the clinic

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

By your side from discharge to your final check-up during recovery

Patient support specialist

Books your follow-up visits with the surgeon and keeps in touch during recovery

  • Answers questions during recovery
  • Books follow-up visits

Advantages

Why people trust City Medical Centre

A surgeon consults a patient in the clinic

A personal approach at every stage

We choose the best method for your health, lifestyle and goals. Our team is with you all the way.

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

Long-term
post-operative support

We help you adjust to new eating habits, follow your results and maintain them.

A patient at the clinic

Real results that last

Better well-being, a higher quality of life and steady weight loss.

A patient picks a convenient visit time in her planner and phone calendar

Your schedule matters most to us

Your time matters to us: we work 24/7, booking is simple and we take a personal approach at your pace.

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

Fixed prices

The surgeon chooses the method after the consultation and gives you a clear price, with no hidden fees or surprises on the way to your result.

Prices

What bariatric surgery costs

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  • Bariatric surgeon consultation

    Free

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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 Blida: price and what is included

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

How much does bariatric surgery in Blida cost?

Prices start from $3,600 (≈ DZD 485,000). 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.

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Bariatric surgery in Blida: methods, stages and package

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 Blida, 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 Blida build stable eating habits that keep the weight from returning.

One package covers the full journey, from consultation to final result. There are no separate charges added later: ward, meals, nursing care and coordinator support are included. To find out whether surgery suits you, patients in Blida can book a free surgeon consultation; the doctor reviews BMI, health and weight history and recommends a method.

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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.

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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.

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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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Weight, Years and Medicines: What a Bariatric Enquiry From Blida Starts With

Blida's population was 182,447 at the 2012 count, with the urban zone around it estimated at about 520,000. In a community that size there are many people whose weight crept up over a decade, who tried one diet after another, and who now wonder whether surgery is the next honest step. Bariatric surgery is a medical treatment assessed on a full record. It is neither a cosmetic shortcut nor a last resort, and the way you describe your history shapes everything that follows. It helps to ask yourself before writing what you want your life to look like in two years; an honest answer sketches realistic goals and tells the surgeon what really motivates you.

Begin with numbers: your height, today's weight, your highest weight, and the lowest weight you held for a year. Then list the serious attempts you have made to lose weight, with approximate dates, even those that failed. This is not a trial of your character. It shows the surgeon the pattern of your weight over time, which says far more than any single figure, and it helps decide whether surgery is appropriate or another route should come first.

Name every condition and every medicine: diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea, joint pain, anything you take regularly. These decide the type of operation, the preparation and the length of observation. Add a full-length photograph standing from the front and the side, in light clothing. A surgeon reads the whole body and not only the scale, and the picture is seen only by the medical team.

The coordinators receive messages on Telegram and Telegram at every hour and will ask for anything missing, then pass the file to the surgeon, who sends back a written first opinion: surgery now, or medical preparation first. Nothing is decided at this stage and no booking is made. You are simply giving an honest picture of where you are. If a question occurs to you after midnight, write it down at once. Heavy thoughts grow in the dark and shrink when somebody answers them calmly.

The First Hours, Then One to Five Days Under Observation

In the first hours after the operation you are helped to sit up, to stand and to sip fluids. These small movements matter. Getting up early supports circulation and lowers the risk of complications, and it is done with a nurse beside you. Do not try to do more than you are asked; the task in these hours is modest and precise. The most useful thing in these hours is to stay calm and to tell the nurse straight away about any pain, dizziness or nausea.

Patients remain under observation at the clinic for one to five days, depending on the extent of the surgery and on associated conditions. Someone with diabetes or breathing difficulties may need longer than someone without. Ask what is expected in your particular case, write it down, and then plan your household for one day more than the estimate. A small excess does no harm, whereas a shortfall unsettles the family. The team may ask you to walk briefly along the corridor several times a day, so follow the schedule and do not assume that complete rest in bed is better for you.

Explain to relatives that visits in these days should be short and calm, and that food brought from home will not be eaten. Many families believe a dish from their own kitchen is the finest gift, but the most useful gift now is understanding that you will be away from the family table for a while. Keep conversations light and let the nursing team set the rhythm.

Before discharge you receive written guidance on fluids, medication, movement and check-up dates. Take a photograph of the pages and ask a family member to be with you when they are explained, because a tired patient forgets half of what is said. Two people listening protect each other against forgetting.

Eating in Stages: From Liquids to Solids Over One to Two Months

After the operation you follow a staged diet, starting with liquids and moving step by step to soft food and then to solid food. This usually takes one to two months and lets the stomach adapt. This stage determines the success of the operation as much as the first days, because the reshaped stomach needs time, patience and discipline to settle. The dietitian explains the purpose of each stage and what is expected of you, so you understand the reason behind it rather than treating the rules as arbitrary restrictions.

In a city known for its oranges and its flour, it is natural to wonder what that means for the table at home. The questions to put to the dietitian are practical ones: what do I drink in the first week, which juices are allowed and which are not, when do soft foods begin, and how do I divide a meal? Write the answers on a sheet, stick it on the fridge and give a copy to whoever cooks.

Tell the family in advance that you will eat very small amounts and that this is not a loss of appetite or an illness. The large Friday meal that everyone gathers around will pass with you taking only a little, and that is perfectly normal. Politeness at the table is often the hardest part, so ask a relative to be your voice when someone insists on a second helping.

If you feel nausea, pain or find that you cannot take fluids, do not wait for the next appointment. Send a precise description to the coordinators, who reply at any hour. Learn to read your body's signals calmly; each person has their own rhythm, and the weeks teach you what suits you and what does not. With time this turns into habit: dividing the meal and eating slowly become a natural part of the day and not a heavy task whose days you count.

Back to the Office, the Orchard or the Stadium

A return to work is possible two to four weeks after surgery, depending on how physical your job is, and heavy physical work generally waits about a month and a half. These are not final numbers for every patient, since the surgeon adjusts them after you describe your day, but they give you a frame to plan within instead of waiting for surprises. Remember that every figure here changes with the case; do not compare yourself with a relative or friend who has had the operation, and do not push your body to keep up with theirs.

Many people in Blida work in agriculture and orchards, or in services linked to the Mustapha Tchaker stadium and to tourism, and the daily effort differs a great deal between them. An office employee sits for most of the day and returns sooner. Someone who lifts crates of fruit or stands for hours should speak to the surgeon about a longer pause and lighter duties at first.

Summer is hot. The average August high is 31.7 degrees and the low 22.1, and anyone who takes fluids in small amounts needs to be careful about dehydration. Keep a water bottle with you at work, sip steadily instead of waiting for thirst, and avoid standing for long under the midday sun. Someone who runs a shop or a market stall can split standing time into short sessions and ask a family member to cover the heavier tasks in the first weeks.

Winters are wet: December alone brings about 130 mm of rain, and January averages 14.2 degrees by day and 7.0 at night. Carry a warm jacket and wear shoes that do not slip. If the road to work is long, use the Friday and Saturday weekend to regain strength and resist the temptation to return to your pre-operation pace within a week.

Ten Percent a Month, Then Two Years: Making the Loss Hold

On average a patient loses about ten percent of the excess weight each month, and the final result is reached in one and a half to two years, when stable eating habits keep the weight from returning. The monthly figure is an average and not a promise. Some months are faster and others slower, and what counts is regular follow-up and telling the surgeon about any long stall. Periodic blood tests for vitamins and other markers are part of the long follow-up; ask when they are done and what they measure, and keep the results together in one file.

Weigh yourself once a week on the same day and at the same hour, and photograph yourself monthly in daylight and in the same pose, because the scale alone can mislead when the body's water content shifts. Keep the numbers in a simple table on your phone and send it to the coordinator before each check, so the surgeon reads a curve and not a single point. In the first months you may notice your clothes changing before the scale does, so keep an old garment as a yardstick that does not depend on numbers.

In Algeria nobody may practise medicine without being entered on the roll of the medical order, and the national council of the order of physicians is the body in charge. We could not open the council's own site when this file was prepared, so no online directory is confirmed. The dependable way is to ask the surgeon for the registration number and the stated specialty in writing and to keep both.

Compare offers by documents: a written description of the proposed operation and why it suits your case, the period of observation afterwards, and how follow-up works. Do not let speed or friendliness stand in for a paper confirming the specialty. When the picture is clear, decide calmly; in this field the quickest decisions are often the most expensive over time. Finally, do not hesitate to ask for a second written opinion before deciding; a surgeon who trusts the plan is not bothered by a question and does not hurry an answer.

What should I include in my first message?

Send your height, current weight, highest weight, a list of previous weight-loss attempts, any chronic conditions and regular medicines, and a full-length photo from the front and the side. That is enough for the coordinator and surgeon to give a clear first opinion, and you can add details later if they ask.

How long will I stay at the clinic after the operation?

Patients stay under observation for one to five days, depending on the extent of surgery and any related conditions. Diabetes or high blood pressure may mean a longer stay. Ask about your own case and arrange your household around the upper end of the estimate.

When can I sit up and drink after surgery?

In the first hours you are helped to sit, to stand and to sip fluids under the supervision of the nursing team. These small steps support circulation and reduce complications. Wait for a member of staff to help you the first time you get up.

How does the diet progress?

The diet moves from liquids to soft food and then to solids over one to two months, giving the stomach time to adapt. Ask for a written plan listing what is allowed and what is not at each stage, and put it where whoever cooks for you can see it.

When can I go back to work?

A return is possible after two to four weeks, depending on how physical your work is, and heavy physical work waits about a month and a half. Describe your real day to the coordinator before the operation so that the surgeon can suggest a sensible period and lighter duties.

How much weight will I lose each month?

On average, around ten percent of the excess weight per month. This is an average and not a promise. The final result is reached in one and a half to two years, and keeping it depends on the eating habits you maintain after the first months.

Will Blida's summer heat affect my recovery?

It can, mainly through dehydration. August averages 31.7 degrees by day. Sip fluids regularly throughout the day, avoid standing in strong sun and contact the coordinator at once if you feel dizzy or very dry. Do not wait until the next scheduled check.

How can I confirm the surgeon is registered?

Doctors must be entered on the roll of the medical order, overseen by the national council. We could not confirm an online directory, so ask for the registration number and specialty in writing. If anyone hesitates to provide them, pause and ask again before you decide.

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