Gastric Bypass

About the procedure

Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass causes weight loss by restricting the amount of food and reducing the absorption of the calories in the food you eat.

The stomach is divided into a small “pouch” in which food enters, and one large “remnant stomach” through which the food no longer passes. This “excluded” part of the stomach remains in the body and continues to produce helpful digestive juices, which meet the food further downstream. The upper, smaller “pouch” holds a smaller amount of food than before, and is connected directly to a portion of the small intestine, bypassing the larger part of the stomach created by the procedure.

Our Pricing

Our aim is to help you lose weight

and keep it off!

Step 1

Meet the doctor

The doctor will examine you and advise which weight loss method is the most effective for your condition.

Step 2

Take Lab Tests

A basic lab test is going to be done as recommended by the doctor.

Step 3

Schedule the procedure

The doctor reviews the lab results and schedules for bariatric surgery

Step 4

Surgeon consultation

Have a one-on-one online consultation with our oversees surgeon

Step 5

Day of surgery

Undergo Gastric Bypass surgery and spend 2-3 nights at the hospital.

Step 6

Follow up

Post Bariatric Follow up for 5 years

Hear from our patients

I went for a gastric bypass procedure at Nairobi Bariatric Center, which was around May 2022. I found out It reduces greatly the amount of food that you eat and its a more permanent and lasting solution. I have tried the gym and its a lot of work! I lost and regained weight even after many trials and with great support around the gym.

Before surgery I was 164kgs. My blood pressure was high, my cholesterol was high so I need to do something, once you realize you live in the same body everyday you need to love yourself enough to know that you need help, and there is no shame in it.

After just 1 month I lost 14kgs and I am well on the journey to my ideal weight.

-Willis Raburu

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What to expect after surgery?

Because this is a minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure, the Gastric Bypass recovery simply requires 2 to 3 overnight hospital stays. To ensure the client’s safety and sustainable weight loss success, we help you to develop a healthy lifestyle with healthy eating habits. Our surgeons will walk with you from your first consultation, monitor your progress throughout and address any questions or concerns you may have. Doctors at Nairobi Bariatrics require monthly follow up visits to evaluate your health after surgery. We look forward to seeing you and your results!

Who is a suitable candidate?

Patients with a BMI of 35 and above, with or without associated health conditions, are suitable candidates for the Gastric Bypass. Patients with a BMI of 30-35, with associated health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes type 2, are also suitable candidates.
Please note that each individual’s case is different, therefore it is necessary to consult the doctor to find the weight loss procedure most fitted for your needs.
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Gastric Bypass

Ksh.850,000

  • Consultation with the Surgeon and Anaesthesiologist.
  • Bariatric surgery
  • Anaesthesia.
  • Hospital stay (2 days) with 24 hours medical care in a semi-private room.
  • Pre & Post Bariatric Diet
  • FREE dietetic follow-up for 5 years

Frequently asked questions

Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery is suitable for:

  • Female patients with a BMI higher than 35
  • Male patients with a BMI higher than 34
  • Patients with diabetes mellitus and a BMI higher than 30
  • Let us know if your BMI is lower than those mentioned above, but you have recently lost weight. Your previous weight will be considered when approving you for surgery.

If your BMI is lower than 30, but you are not comfortable with your weight, there are options. If you have tried different weight loss methods but nothing seems to work, we offer our unique course of “Psychological Correction of Eating Habits” that helps you to address psychological factors as well as your nutrition and eating behavior. In addition, you can opt for gastric balloon procedure, which is a bariatric surgery alternative. A soft expandable silicone balloon is inserted into the stomach through the mouth and filled with sterile water to take up space in your stomach. The balloon creates a feeling of fullness and you are satisfied after eating smaller amounts of food as you are used to. It helps in controlling your hunger as well as reduce your portion sizes, which leads to consumption of fewer calories, making you lose weight.

When it comes to weight loss surgery, no BMI is too high. The main goal of the procedures we offer is to help patients achieve a healthy weight. However, please note that if your BMI is higher than 50, the surgeon will ask you to lose more weight before the surgery than what is required for patients with a lower BMI.

When you get a gastroscopy, the doctor checks your stomach for diaphragmatic esophageal hernia, which may lead to reflux after surgery. If a hernia is found, it is repaired during the gastric bypass procedure.

We recommend that our patients consult their personal doctors before leaving for treatment. Most doctors are aware of the main concerns of medical travel, so patients would greatly benefit from their advice and critical summary of your personal case.

To reserve a date for surgery, we ask our patients to transfer us a small deposit. The balance is paid at our clinic after your consultation with the surgeon. We accept payment in Kenya Shillings, Euros, Pounds and US Dollars, as well as debit and credit cards (Visa and MasterCard).

Some banks have specific policies about making transactions in foreign countries. If you plan on paying with your debit or credit card, please contact your bank to make any necessary adjustments, including increasing your payment card limit if necessary.

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Patient Testimonials

I came when I had 108 kg, and so far down the line , it’s 3 weeks now, I have lost 9 kilos!

  • My weight was 125 kgs now i am 75kgs

    Ms. Faridah M.
    "My weight was 125 kg. I considered myself healthy, my only complaint was that I felt heavy. I had the Gastric Bypass procedure and now my weight is 75 kg and I feel very good. My son is a student in England, and he is severely obese at 130 kg. I told him clearly that I am taking him for the same procedure that I went through. He must understand that this is the disease that shortens life."

  • I was 135kgs and now, one year later, I am 65kgs

    Mrs. J. Wairimu
    "I had always been quite big, even from an early age. In school, I was constantly bullied and made fun of because of my size. I heard about weight-loss surgery and the huge benefits that came from it, but it was only offered in India, Europe and America, and my parents did not want me to travel alone. When I found out that Holistic Living was doing the same procedures done overseas at a lower cost, I was so happy!! I convinced my parents and got the Gastric Bypass. I was 135kgs and now, one year later, I am 65kgs and have never felt more beautiful or healthy. I am infinitely thankful to Dr. Vladimir and Lyudmila Shchukin for all their support and wonderful work. This has changed my life and I feel like I am finally living."

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