Bariatric surgery with support
Surgery is part of a process. We support you from preparation through follow-up, with a team that explains every step.
Maybe this sounds familiar
Tiredness and pain
You struggle to find energy or your body hurts during everyday activities.
Everyday movements
Tying your shoes, climbing stairs or moving freely has become hard.
Ready for a change
You know you need a change and you are willing to commit to a process.
How the three options compare
- What changes
- About 80 % of the stomach is removed, which brings early fullness.
- How it is done
- Laparoscopic surgery through small incisions.
- Afterwards
- Estimated loss of 50 % to 70 % of the excess weight.
- What changes
- A smaller stomach is created and the path food takes through the intestine changes.
- How it is done
- Laparoscopic surgery through small incisions.
- Afterwards
- Estimated loss of 70 % to 80 % of the excess weight.
- What changes
- A balloon is placed in the stomach to help you feel full with less food.
- How it is done
- Outpatient procedure, with no need for surgery or anesthesia.
- Afterwards
- Estimated loss of 10 % to 15 % of your initial weight, with medical and nutritional follow-up.
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Know your BMI
Calculate your body mass index and understand what it means. It is a reference, not a diagnosis.
From the first visit to follow-up
Evaluation
We learn about your medical history, needs and goals to find the best alternative for you. It can be in person or online.
Preparation
We guide you through the medical evaluations, tests and check-ups needed to prepare for your surgery.
Surgery
Your procedure is done with a specialized team, putting your safety and well-being first.
Recovery
We give you the instructions and support you need for a safe, accompanied recovery.
Follow-up
We stay by your side so you reach your goal. Every patient must attend medical, nutritional and psychological check-ups to protect their health and keep their results over the long term.
What people ask before booking
“I will never eat normally again”
You will eat differently, not necessarily worse: smaller portions and guidance from your team so it is manageable.
“I am afraid of anesthesia”
It is a very common worry. We talk it through at your evaluation and explain how it is managed in your case.
“Which surgery suits me?”
There is no single answer. It depends on your health, history and goals; we decide together.
Complete support
- In-person or online evaluation. You choose how to start: at the clinic or by video call.
- Multidisciplinary team. Nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy and administrative support.
- We help with the logistics. Scheduling appointments, finding facilities and tests, to make it simpler.
- Follow-up after surgery. Check-ups over time to keep the changes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if I am a candidate for bariatric surgery?
The indication depends on an individual medical evaluation. Your BMI, associated conditions, health history, previous treatments and the possible benefits and risks of surgery are considered.
As a reference, the criteria considered include:
- A BMI of 40 or higher.
- A BMI between 30 and under 35, in patients with obesity-related conditions and hard-to-manage metabolic changes.
The evaluation determines whether surgery is a suitable alternative for you and which one could offer you the greatest benefit.
What is the difference between a sleeve and a gastric bypass?
Both surgeries help treat obesity and can improve metabolic conditions, but they work differently.
A sleeve gastrectomy makes the stomach smaller, limiting how much food you can eat.
A gastric bypass makes the stomach smaller and changes the path food takes through the digestive system, so it combines restrictive and metabolic mechanisms.
The choice depends on your history, your health needs and the medical evaluation. There is no ideal surgery for everyone.
Do I have to reach a certain weight before surgery?
There is no single prior weight requirement that applies to everyone. In some cases, we may recommend changes in eating or other measures before surgery to improve the safety of the procedure.
In addition, some clinics set specific BMI criteria for their surgical programs. That is why it is important to review your case and the requirements of the corresponding care modality.
What tests do I need before surgery?
As part of the pre-operative evaluation, we usually request:
- Blood tests.
- Electrocardiogram.
- Upper digestive endoscopy.
- Abdominal ultrasound.
- Nutritional evaluation.
- Psychological evaluation.
Depending on your history and results, we may also request evaluations by other specialists, such as cardiology, pulmonology or psychiatry.
The goal is to know your health status, identify possible risks and prepare the surgery as safely as possible.
How do I book an appointment?
If you want to be seen at Clínica Lo Curro, write to us on WhatsApp at +56 9 7483 5239. Trinidad, one of my assistants, will help you arrange an in-person or online consultation, depending on available times.
If you prefer Clínica MEDS, you can book through my profile at meds.cl, write to +56 9 3405 3961 or call the contact center at 22 499 6400.
Do you accept Fonasa or private insurance?
We see Fonasa patients through the Health Care Voucher, as well as patients with a private insurer (Isapre), Dipreca and private-pay patients.
If you have private insurance, you can ask your insurer directly about the conditions and requirements for reimbursement of the consultation or surgery.
At Clínica MEDS, care conditions and values may vary depending on the agreement.
Take the first step with an evaluation
Message us on WhatsApp. We answer Monday to Friday during business hours.