What is Bariatric Surgery?

Bariatric surgery includes procedures that reduce stomach size or change food absorption. The most common are:

• Sleeve Gastrectomy
• Gastric Bypass
• Mini Gastric Bypass
• Intragastric Balloon (temporary, non-surgical option)

Who is Eligible?

According to Indian OSSI guidelines:

• BMI ≥ 35, with or without health problems.
• BMI ≥ 32.5 with diabetes, hypertension, joint pain, or sleep apnea.
• Patients who failed to lose weight with lifestyle/medical treatments.
• Intragastric Balloon: for BMI 27–32.5, or as a short-term bridge to surgery.

Insurance Coverage: Making it Affordable

Good news: as per IRDAI 2019 guidelines, bariatric surgery is covered under health insurance when medically indicated.

At Prakriya Hospitals, our team helps with:

• Complete documentation & approvals
• Insurance claim support
• Affordable access to care

Why Choose Dr. Santhosh R at Prakriya Hospitals?

• Trained under Dr. Mohit Bhandari, world leader in bariatric surgery (32,000+ surgeries).
• Expert in laparoscopic & robotic bariatric procedures.
• Safe patient selection as per Indian guidelines.
• Affordable program with holistic support (nutrition, counseling, lifestyle).
  

Myths vs Facts

• ❌Myth: It’s cosmetic. ✅ Fact: It treats diabetes, BP, heart risk, and more.
• ❌ Myth: You can’t eat normally.✅ Fact: You can, but in smaller portions.
• ❌ Myth: It’s unsafe.✅ Fact: As safe as gallbladder surgery.
• ❌ Myth: Weight always comes back.✅ Fact: 60–70% excess weight loss is maintained long-term with follow-up.
• ❌ Myth: It’s the “easy way out.”✅ Fact: It’s a medical solution that works with lifestyle changes.

Take the First Step

Bariatric surgery is not a shortcut — it’s a life-saving treatment. Along with medications and balloons, it offers real hope for lasting weight loss and better health.

If obesity or related health issues are affecting your life, consult Dr. Santhosh R at Prakriya Hospitals for safe, effective, and affordable solutions.

Dr. Santhosh R
MBBS, MS (Gen. Surgery), DNB (Surgical Gastro.) FMAS, FALS (HPB), FALS (Colorectal), FICRS (Robotic Surg.)
Consultant – Surgical Gastro, Bariatric, GI & HPB oncosurgery and Robotic Surgeon