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Weight Loss Surgery in Calabar
Lose 30–70 kg
for good — no diets, no regaining the weight
14,000 CMC patients already live in a changed body. The outcome is recorded in an official agreement, with legal force behind it.
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Weight Loss Surgery in Calabar
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Bariatric surgery —
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Bariatric surgery —
is it right for me?
Tick the situations that sound familiar.
From 2 matches — a reason to talk to a surgeon.
Results of our patients
Real before and after photos of City Medical Centre patients. Results are individual.
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Reasons to see a surgeon
A surgical consultation is warranted not only by a high BMI but also by related conditions
Medical history
Excess weight since childhood or a genetic predisposition
Metabolic disorders
Type 2 diabetes and hypertension associated with obesity
Resistance to conservative treatment
Diets and medication tried for years, with no lasting effect.
Medical history
Excess weight since childhood or a genetic predisposition
Metabolic disorders
Type 2 diabetes and hypertension associated with obesity
Resistance to conservative treatment
Diets and medication tried for years, with no lasting effect.
When is bariatric surgery justified?
Surgery is prescribed only when clear criteria are met
The role of body mass index (BMI)
BMI is the primary tool for judging obesity. The formula: body weight (kg) divided by height squared (m²). Surgery is typically justified at a BMI above 40, or above 35 if there are serious related conditions. At times surgery is also considered with lower figures — provided non-surgical treatment has failed.
Key factors
- The patient's body mass index (BMI)
- Overall health and any related chronic conditions
- Unsuccessful past attempts at weight loss by traditional means
Why don't diets and exercise work for everyone?
Many try all kinds of diets and exercise for years, yet the body defends itself — metabolism drops, hunger grows and lost weight returns. Once it is obvious that medication and a changed diet alone cannot fundamentally fix the situation, bariatric surgery becomes the only effective path.
Key factors
- The patient's body mass index (BMI)
- Overall health and any related chronic conditions
- Unsuccessful past attempts at weight loss by traditional means
The role of body mass index (BMI)
BMI is the primary tool for judging obesity. The formula: body weight (kg) divided by height squared (m²). Surgery is typically justified at a BMI above 40, or above 35 if there are serious related conditions. At times surgery is also considered with lower figures — provided non-surgical treatment has failed.
Why don't diets and exercise work for everyone?
Many try all kinds of diets and exercise for years, yet the body defends itself — metabolism drops, hunger grows and lost weight returns. Once it is obvious that medication and a changed diet alone cannot fundamentally fix the situation, bariatric surgery becomes the only effective path.
Medical indications
for bariatric surgery
Please speak with a clinic physician if you have chronic conditions!
Indications
Excess weight
Type 2 diabetes
Hypertension
Sleep apnea
Joint disease
Varicose veins
Fatty liver disease
Reproductive health problems
Contraindications
Age under 18
Malignant tumors
Less than six months since breastfeeding ended
Acute illness or flare-ups of chronic disease
Severe chronic and mental illness
Blood clotting disorders
Pregnancy
Bariatric surgery methods at City Medical Centre
Sleeve gastrectomy
During the procedure the surgeon removes the greater part of the stomach, forming a narrow tube. Portions get far smaller and ghrelin, the hunger hormone, decreases, so the patient is satisfied faster and eats less.
Effectiveness: suitable for a BMI of 35 to 45. Patients lose 60–70% of their excess weight on average.
Specifics: the effect is less durable than with bypass procedures. Ignoring the diet, especially high-calorie drinks and liquid meals, may bring the weight back.
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
At the top of the stomach the surgeon makes a small 50–70 ml pouch, linking it directly to the small intestine. Intake of food is restricted and calorie absorption falls, since food passes through less of the gut.
Effectiveness: this operation is seen as the “gold standard” with a BMI above 45–50 and type 2 diabetes. Excess weight falls by up to 75–85%.
Specifics: the effect lasts longer than with other bariatric methods. Related diseases, including diabetes and hypertension, often reach remission. As digestive anatomy changes, supplements of vitamins and minerals are needed for life.
Mini gastric bypass (MGB)
This is an improved version of the classic bypass. Unlike the standard method, the surgeon creates only one connection (anastomosis) between the small stomach and the small intestine. The simpler technique is easier on the patient and needs less recovery time.
Effectiveness: results comparable to classic Roux-en-Y bypass — up to 75–80% of excess weight lost.
Specifics: brief surgery and rapid recovery. While technically reversible, the procedure has a bile reflux risk linked to the single anastomosis.
Single anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass (SADI-S)
SADI-S combines the advantages of sleeve gastrectomy and intestinal bypass in one modern technique. It is done in two stages: stage one makes the stomach a narrow tube; stage two reroutes the small intestine so that most of it is excluded from active digestion.
Effectiveness: one of the most potent bariatric operations; excess weight loss hits 80–90% and the result is long-lasting.
Specifics: removal of the ghrelin-producing zone shrinks the stomach and appetite, and routing food past part of the intestine curbs calorie absorption. Appropriate for super obesity (BMI over 50), severe type 2 diabetes, or as a second stage after a sleeve that failed.
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Preparing for bariatric surgery at City Medical Centre
The first step is a surgeon's consultation covering medical history, method selection and recovery plan
Lab tests
Complete blood count, urinalysis, blood biochemistry, HbA1c and a coagulation panel (clotting test).
Instrumental diagnostics
Chest X-ray, ECG, abdominal and kidney ultrasound, leg vein Doppler.
Endoscopy
Gastroscopy (required) and colonoscopy (if indicated).
Specialists
Endocrinologist, GP, psychiatrist, cardiologist and, for women, gynecologist.
Diet
Starting 2–4 weeks pre-surgery, drop fast carbs and fats; on the eve, move to light meals.
Lifestyle
Stop smoking, cut physical activity and avoid stress starting a month before.
The day before
Evening meal is light and the last; fluids end 3–4 hours before surgery.
Lab tests
Complete blood count, urinalysis, blood biochemistry, HbA1c and a coagulation panel (clotting test).
Instrumental diagnostics
Chest X-ray, ECG, abdominal and kidney ultrasound, leg vein Doppler.
Endoscopy
Gastroscopy (required) and colonoscopy (if indicated).
Specialists
Endocrinologist, GP, psychiatrist, cardiologist and, for women, gynecologist.
Diet
Starting 2–4 weeks pre-surgery, drop fast carbs and fats; on the eve, move to light meals.
Lifestyle
Stop smoking, cut physical activity and avoid stress starting a month before.
The day before
Evening meal is light and the last; fluids end 3–4 hours before surgery.
Our specialists
Experienced bariatric surgeons who care about their patients' health
Ruslan S. Menzulin
Bariatric surgeon · surgical oncologist
Studied at Mercy clinic under Vadim Gushchin and gave a talk at the World Congress of bariatric surgery in 2025. Co-author of international research published in The Lancet.
Andrey G. Ugay
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.
City Medical Centre bariatric surgery centre
— your path
to confidence and harmony
Obesity care at City Medical Centre is comprehensive. After the first check-up, every patient receives a personalized lab and instrumental diagnostic program to uncover each disorder in the body.
A method matched to your goal
Our doctors pick the surgical method for every patient individually. They examine your health, weight history and related conditions before deciding, so they can propose the most suitable surgical treatment.
Support that stays in touch
The City Medical Centre team is with you after surgery too. For the full first year, specialists track weight loss, keep an eye on your tests and answer every diet and recovery question.
Fast recovery
Bariatric operations at City Medical Centre use laparoscopy, which greatly cuts recovery time. Most patients move around on day one and get back to normal life within a week.
Full diagnostics on site
No running from clinic to clinic. Our centre has everything for your work-up, from its own lab to ultrasound and gastroscopy. Preparation is fast, queue-free and all under one roof.
Recovery after bariatric surgery
Each patient recovers differently, but minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques keep rehabilitation as brief as possible.
Duration
The patient remains under observation at the clinic for 1 to 5 days, depending on the scope of surgery and related conditions.
Activity
In the first hours after the operation you can sit up, stand and drink fluids.
Wound care
Absorbable sutures are used; they dissolve on their own.
Work
Work can be resumed 7–14 days after surgery, depending on how physically demanding it is.
Restrictions
Bathhouse, sauna and intense physical exercise are banned in early weeks.
Diet
The stomach adapts through a staged diet over 1–2 months, progressing from liquids to solids.
Pace
With the specialists' advice followed, average loss is 10% of excess weight per month.
Stabilization
Full results are reached in 1.5–2 years. By then, stable eating habits are in place that prevent the weight from coming back.
Important! Specialists at City Medical Centre supervise recovery, providing medical and psychological support across every stage of weight loss.
Duration
The patient remains under observation at the clinic for 1 to 5 days, depending on the scope of surgery and related conditions.
Activity
In the first hours after the operation you can sit up, stand and drink fluids.
Wound care
Absorbable sutures are used; they dissolve on their own.
Work
Work can be resumed 7–14 days after surgery, depending on how physically demanding it is.
Restrictions
Bathhouse, sauna and intense physical exercise are banned in early weeks.
Diet
The stomach adapts through a staged diet over 1–2 months, progressing from liquids to solids.
Pace
With the specialists' advice followed, average loss is 10% of excess weight per month.
Stabilization
Full results are reached in 1.5–2 years. By then, stable eating habits are in place that prevent the weight from coming back.
Important! Specialists at City Medical Centre supervise recovery, providing medical and psychological support across every stage of weight loss.
Book a consultation
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Frequently asked questions
about bariatric surgery at CMC
Bariatric vs plastic surgery: what's the difference?
The two are often confused, yet their goals differ fundamentally. Bariatric surgery is a medical treatment for obesity and its related diseases. It alters how the digestive tract works, tackling the causes of excess weight and metabolism. Plastic surgery changes the body's outer contours; it neither treats obesity nor affects metabolism.
How soon can I return to work and normal life?
Will there be visible scars?
Modern laparoscopic technique allows the operation through 4 small punctures of 5 to 15 mm. Cosmetic sutures make the marks almost invisible when fully healed.
What diet do I need to follow?
The diet evolves in steps — from liquids to soft, then solid food — with a focus on protein and limits on high-calorie, fatty food.
What types of bariatric surgery are there?
City Medical Centre performs four core types of bariatric surgery: sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass (MGB) and SADI-S duodeno-ileal bypass. Selection is individual and takes into account BMI, related conditions and the patient's goals.
Can I plan a pregnancy after surgery?
It is possible to get pregnant after bariatric surgery, but doctors recommend a minimum wait of 12–18 months. During it the body stabilizes, weight reaches its target and nutritional status is normalized.
Do I need to take vitamins after surgery?
Yes, bariatric surgery makes vitamins a must. Since digestive anatomy is changed, absorption of some nutrients drops, and regular vitamin and mineral supplements become permanent in the patient's life.
Can the weight come back?
Although weight regain after bariatric surgery is possible, it is very unlikely if you follow the doctor's advice. Proper eating, avoiding high-calorie drinks and regular follow-up with City Medical Centre specialists are key.
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Bariatric surgery in Calabar: from consultation to result
Why do diets fail? The body fights back: metabolism slows, appetite grows, and lost kilos return. When diet changes and medication cannot fundamentally improve the situation, surgery becomes the effective way out. Calabar residents who have tried diets, fasting and pills for years without a lasting result are exactly the patients for whom bariatric operations are intended.
Recovery is short thanks to the minimally invasive technique, and absorbable sutures dissolve on their own. Office work is usually resumed after 2–4 weeks and physical work after about 1.5 months; swimming is allowed after 30 days, with other exercise added gradually. For the first weeks, no sauna or intense training. Calabar residents get the same step-by-step guidance from the team.
A permanent team — not a duty shift — handles your case, and the whole package is transparent. Included are the operation, 24/7 care in the ward, meals, nursing and a personal coordinator from day one, plus support throughout the first year. Calabar patients also get a contractual result guarantee. Book a free consultation to discuss your situation.
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