Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery

When the BMI of individuals is more of 30, they are known as obese. Obesity is fast becoming a big problem in developing countries like India, where it is said to affect  5 out of every 100 individuals. Obesity can often lead to obesity-related diseases and conditions including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, sleep apnea, GERD, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and joint problems. The Department of Bariatric & Metabolic surgery at Fortis is fully equipped to perform all types of weight loss procedures including sleeve gastrectomy, gastric band, gastric bypass and mini-gastric bypass surgery, bilio-pancreatic diversion as well as all other metabolic surgeries. With state-of-the-art minimally invasive laparoscopy surgeries and robotic surgical options, our experts ensure smaller incisions, accurate surgery, less blood loss and quicker recovery for patients.