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Bariatric Surgery in Dhārāvi: Methods and Results
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Bariatric Surgery in Dhārāvi: Methods and Results
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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.
Reasons to see a surgeon
A surgical consultation makes sense with a high BMI and also with 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
Several years of diets and medication, and nothing that lasted.
Medical history
Excess weight since childhood or a genetic predisposition
Metabolic disorders
Type 2 diabetes and hypertension associated with obesity
Resistance to conservative treatment
Several years of diets and medication, and nothing that lasted.
When is bariatric surgery justified?
Surgery is prescribed only when clear criteria are met
The role of body mass index (BMI)
BMI serves as the chief indicator of obesity severity. Divide body weight (kg) by height squared (m²) to calculate it. Surgery is normally justified at BMI above 40, or above 35 with serious accompanying conditions. In selected cases it is considered at lower values as well — if non-surgical methods did not help.
Key factors
- The patient's body mass index (BMI)
- Overall health and any related chronic conditions
- Past attempts to shed weight in conventional ways were unsuccessful
Why don't diets and exercise work for everyone?
For years many try diet after diet and exercise, but the body pushes back — metabolism slows down, appetite increases and lost kilos return. When it is evident that diet changes and medication alone cannot fundamentally change the situation, bariatric surgery remains the only effective way out.
Key factors
- The patient's body mass index (BMI)
- Overall health and any related chronic conditions
- Past attempts to shed weight in conventional ways were unsuccessful
The role of body mass index (BMI)
BMI serves as the chief indicator of obesity severity. Divide body weight (kg) by height squared (m²) to calculate it. Surgery is normally justified at BMI above 40, or above 35 with serious accompanying conditions. In selected cases it is considered at lower values as well — if non-surgical methods did not help.
Why don't diets and exercise work for everyone?
For years many try diet after diet and exercise, but the body pushes back — metabolism slows down, appetite increases and lost kilos return. When it is evident that diet changes and medication alone cannot fundamentally change the situation, bariatric surgery remains the only effective way out.
Medical indications
for bariatric surgery
Chronic illness? Please talk to a doctor at the clinic first!
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
In surgery, most of the stomach is taken out and the rest is formed into a narrow tube. Portions become far smaller and ghrelin, the hormone behind hunger, drops, so the patient feels full quicker and eats less.
Effectiveness: the method is intended for a BMI of 35 to 45. Excess weight goes down by 60–70% on average.
Specifics: the result holds up less well than after bypass operations. If the diet is broken, particularly with high-calorie drinks and liquid food, weight may come back.
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
Using the top of the stomach, the surgeon creates a small 50–70 ml pouch joined directly to the small intestine. This limits intake and reduces the calories absorbed by cutting short the journey of food through the gut.
Effectiveness: viewed as the “gold standard” for BMI over 45–50 plus type 2 diabetes. It removes 75–85% of excess weight.
Specifics: results hold better than with other bariatric methods. Related conditions like diabetes and hypertension frequently go into remission. Since digestive anatomy is altered, vitamin and mineral supplements are needed for life.
Mini gastric bypass (MGB)
It is an improved variant of the classic bypass. Unlike the standard method, here the surgeon forms only one connection (anastomosis) linking the small stomach to the small intestine. The simpler technique is less demanding and needs less recovery time.
Effectiveness: close to the classic Roux-en-Y bypass, with patients losing up to 75–80% of excess weight.
Specifics: a shorter operation and quicker recovery. The procedure can technically be reversed, but the single anastomosis carries a risk of bile reflux.
Single anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass (SADI-S)
SADI-S is a modern combination technique that draws on the benefits of both sleeve gastrectomy and intestinal bypass. In two stages, the stomach is first converted into a narrow tube and the small intestine is then rerouted to exclude its greater part from active digestion.
Effectiveness: among the most powerful bariatric operations — excess weight loss reaches 80–90% with a lasting result.
Specifics: removing the ghrelin-producing zone makes the stomach smaller and lowers appetite, while rerouting food around part of the intestine restricts calorie absorption. Indicated for super obesity (BMI over 50), severe type 2 diabetes, or as a second stage after an ineffective sleeve.
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Preparing for bariatric surgery at City Medical Centre
The journey begins with a surgeon consultation: medical history, method choice, recovery planning
Lab tests
Biochemistry, HbA1c, complete blood count, urinalysis and a coagulation panel (clotting test).
Instrumental diagnostics
Chest X-ray and ECG, abdominal and renal ultrasound, Doppler of leg veins.
Endoscopy
Gastroscopy (required) and colonoscopy (if indicated).
Specialists
GP, cardiologist, endocrinologist, psychiatrist, and a gynecologist for women.
Diet
Cut fast carbs and fats 2–4 weeks ahead of surgery; switch to light food the day before.
Lifestyle
One month out, quit cigarettes, reduce physical exertion and avoid stress.
The day before
Last light meal in the evening; last fluids 3–4 hours before surgery.
Lab tests
Biochemistry, HbA1c, complete blood count, urinalysis and a coagulation panel (clotting test).
Instrumental diagnostics
Chest X-ray and ECG, abdominal and renal ultrasound, Doppler of leg veins.
Endoscopy
Gastroscopy (required) and colonoscopy (if indicated).
Specialists
GP, cardiologist, endocrinologist, psychiatrist, and a gynecologist for women.
Diet
Cut fast carbs and fats 2–4 weeks ahead of surgery; switch to light food the day before.
Lifestyle
One month out, quit cigarettes, reduce physical exertion and avoid stress.
The day before
Last light meal in the evening; last fluids 3–4 hours before surgery.
Our specialists
Experienced bariatric surgeons devoted to their patients' health
Ruslan S. Menzulin
Bariatric surgeon · surgical oncologist
Completed training at Mercy clinic with Vadim Gushchin; presented at the World Congress of bariatric surgery (2025). Co-authored an international study in The Lancet.
Andrey G. Ugay
Lead bariatric surgeon · surgeon
Leads the country in SASJ operations performed. Expert council member at the national Society of Bariatric Surgeons, speaking 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
The surgical method is chosen by our doctors on an individual basis. They first review your health, your weight history and related conditions, then offer the surgical treatment that suits you best.
Support that stays in touch
After surgery the City Medical Centre team continues to support you. Throughout year one, specialists track weight loss, review your tests and answer all your questions on diet and recovery.
Fast recovery
Bariatric surgery at City Medical Centre is done laparoscopically, greatly shortening recovery. Most patients stand and walk on the first day and are back to normal life within a week.
Full diagnostics on site
Running around different clinics is not necessary. Our centre has all you need for your work-up, from our lab to ultrasound and gastroscopy. Preparation is fast and queue-free, in one building.
Recovery after bariatric surgery
Each patient recovers differently, but minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques keep rehabilitation as brief as possible.
Duration
Patients stay under observation at the clinic 1 to 5 days, depending on how extensive the surgery is and related conditions.
Activity
Within the first hours after surgery you may sit up, stand and drink fluids.
Wound care
Absorbable sutures are used; they dissolve on their own.
Work
Returning to work takes 7–14 days after surgery, depending on how physical your work is.
Restrictions
In the early weeks, intense exercise, sauna and bathhouse are ruled out.
Diet
The prescribed staged diet runs 1–2 months, shifting from liquids to solids so the stomach adapts.
Pace
Patients who follow what specialists advise lose 10% of excess weight per month on average.
Stabilization
The end result is achieved in 1.5–2 years, when the patient already has stable eating habits that prevent weight regain.
Important! Specialists from City Medical Centre supervise recovery and provide psychological and medical support at each weight-loss stage.
Duration
Patients stay under observation at the clinic 1 to 5 days, depending on how extensive the surgery is and related conditions.
Activity
Within the first hours after surgery you may sit up, stand and drink fluids.
Wound care
Absorbable sutures are used; they dissolve on their own.
Work
Returning to work takes 7–14 days after surgery, depending on how physical your work is.
Restrictions
In the early weeks, intense exercise, sauna and bathhouse are ruled out.
Diet
The prescribed staged diet runs 1–2 months, shifting from liquids to solids so the stomach adapts.
Pace
Patients who follow what specialists advise lose 10% of excess weight per month on average.
Stabilization
The end result is achieved in 1.5–2 years, when the patient already has stable eating habits that prevent weight regain.
Important! Specialists from City Medical Centre supervise recovery and provide psychological and medical support at each weight-loss stage.
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Frequently asked questions
about bariatric surgery at CMC
Bariatric vs plastic surgery: what's the difference?
Though often confused, the two have fundamentally different goals. Bariatric surgery is a medical treatment of obesity and related illnesses; it changes the functioning of the digestive tract to address the causes of excess weight and metabolism. Plastic surgery reshapes the outer contours of the body and neither treats obesity nor affects metabolism.
How soon can I return to work and normal life?
Will there be visible scars?
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.
What diet do I need to follow?
Your meals progress in stages: liquid food, soft food, then solid. The stress is on protein and on reducing high-calorie, fatty food.
What types of bariatric surgery are there?
The four main types of bariatric surgery at City Medical Centre are sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass (MGB) and SADI-S duodeno-ileal bypass. Each method is matched individually to BMI, related conditions and the patient's goals.
Can I plan a pregnancy after surgery?
Bariatric surgery does not rule out pregnancy, but doctors suggest waiting 12–18 months or more. During that time the body settles, weight reaches target values and nutrition status normalizes.
Do I need to take vitamins after surgery?
Yes, vitamins after bariatric surgery are necessary. The body absorbs certain nutrients less well due to the changed digestive anatomy, so regular vitamin and mineral supplements become a permanent part of the patient's life.
Can the weight come back?
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.
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Weight loss surgery in Dhārāvi step by step
All bariatric operations here are laparoscopic, performed through four small punctures of 5 to 15 mm with cosmetic sutures, so the marks become almost invisible after healing. This greatly shortens recovery. For those from Dhārāvi, the choice between sleeve, classic bypass, mini bypass and SADI-S depends on BMI, related diseases and the result you want to reach.
Step one: consultation. Step two: laboratory and instrumental tests, gastroscopy and specialist reviews. Step three: surgery through small punctures by a permanent team, not a duty shift. Step four: 1–5 days in the ward with meals and nursing. Step five: a staged diet and a year of follow-up. People in Dhārāvi follow this route from start to finish.
Your investment covers more than surgery. The package includes the full diagnostic programme, the chosen laparoscopic method, inpatient care with food and nursing staff, round-the-clock medical presence and specialists tracking your weight and tests throughout the first year. For people searching for weight loss surgery in Dhārāvi, the first consultation with the surgeon is free and takes about 15 minutes.
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