Guidlines to bariatric surgery
Guidlines to bariatric surgery, to make an informed decision, it is very important to understand the basics of bariatric surgery, including the types of procedures or how they are performed and all their benefits and harms. However, most importantly
Consultation with professional doctor / surgeon
First make an appointment with your doctor or a bariatric surgeon to discuss your weight and health problems. Tell your expectations, ask about options, ask about risks, evaluate your health condition and weight, and learn about the process. The surgeon will tell you whether you are suitable for surgery and which option is more correct.
Try to evaluate previous weight loss efforts
Have you tried other weight loss methods? What good results did you get? Couldn’t you get long term results? Were you able to maintain the weight you lost? Or have you never tried another method? Or did you fail? Because obesity surgery is generally seen and preferred as a last resort if other methods fail.
Remember that you need to be determined, committed and faithful
Do you think bariatric surgery alone will solve all your problems in just 1 day after surgery? As thought, bariatric surgery is not a quick and single solution. Lifelong after surgery; You should pay attention to your nutrition, physical activity and lifestyle, be committed and ready for these changes. Consider whether you’re ready to make these changes.
Understand and get to know the risks but also benefits
Bariatric surgeries, of course, carry risks, as with any surgery. However, complications are similar to the risks associated with receiving anesthesia. This means that the risks are similar to those that may occur in any simple surgery. Risks of complications specific to bariatrics include blood clots, need for blood transfusion, infection, and malnutrition as a result of not meeting your increased nutritional needs. On the other hand, it can provide significant benefits, including a complete transformation of your entire quality of life, restoration of body perception and self-confidence, significant weight loss, improved or completely resolved chronic diseases – health conditions, increased sleep quality and positive psychological effects.
Consider financial supply
Be sure to check with your insurance company to see if your insurance covers bariatric surgery. If not, plan and calculate the costs and whether you can afford it. Because you should be ready for all the expenses that may be required after the surgery. Blood transfusion, medications, extra oxygen support, intensive care expenses if needed, etc. Or reach out to safe medical tourism providers such as Sava Clinic, which include the entire package at an affordable price and provide you with full health insurance.
Consider preop or post op follow up and support
Support groups and dietician follow-up are very important after bariatric surgeries. If your doctor and dietician foresee it, this support can sometimes start even in the preoperative period. Therefore, make sure you have a support system before and after surgery. This should include social media support groups, mobile support groups and one-on-one doctor-dietitian consultation.
Learn if bariatric surgery is right for you
After all your discussions, the final decision will be yours. Listen to your instincts and make the choice that is right for you and feels both right and safe.
Get a free consultation to check if you are suitable for surgery now.
Search for doctor , hospital and the clinic
If you decide to continue after all the steps, planning, research and consultations, do your search for the surgeon , hospital and clinic. Make sure the hospital has the necessary equipment for necessary situations and complications (like ICU, lab, MRI, emergency etc )
Is the clinic or doctor you have decided on legally authorized to provide you with this service? Is it approved by the ministry in the country it is located in? Remember, you are vulnerable to damages you may incur with an unauthorized company. For all health and travel services you receive with an authorized company, you will have all the rights in your country and your rights will be protected.
Of course, check the service permit documents, success history, patient stories and positive patient reviews of both the doctor and the clinic from trustpilot, google, etc.
Consider alternatives
Do not stick to just one consultation. Make sure that your situation is evaluated both in detail and in the broadest context. As we said, the decision will ultimately be yours. Remember that this is not the only option when you are not suitable for surgery. Always consider non-surgical weight loss alternatives (such as balloons) and compare their positivities and negativities with bariatric surgery.
