Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss Cost In Penang

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Bariatric Surgery is a surgical procedure for weight loss by making the required surgical changes in the digestive system.

Bariatric Surgery involves the reduction in the stomach size that allows eating and drinking less by giving a feeling of fullness. Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss cost in Penang is between USD 9900 to USD 12100. Patient has to stay in the hospital for 2 days and outside the hospital for 5 days. The total cost of the treatment depends on the diagnosis and facilities opted by the patient.

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Inclusions in the package

The cost of Bariatric Surgery includes:

  • Diagnostic tests (include a complete blood panel, chest X-ray, ultrasound, echocardiogram, cardiology evaluation, GI evaluation, etc.)
  • Surgery cost as per hospital room opted 
  • Medical consumables cost (e.g., laparoscopic tower, surgical scissors, needles, disposable staplers, etc.)
  • Type of surgery (open surgery is slightly less expensive than laparoscopic surgery)

Factors affecting cost of Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss

The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:

  • Any underlying medical condition (such as diabetes and hypertension) 
  • Type of hospital and room opted (General, Twin sharing, or single room)
  • Post-surgical complications (include acid reflux, enduring nausea and vomiting, infection, loss of ability to consume certain types of food, inability to lose weight, and stomach obstruction)
  • Cost of blood products (if required)
  • Age of the patient
  • An extended stay at the hospital
  • Cost of accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident

Frequently asked questions related to expenses that most patients have when planing for Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss.

Are the tests before bariatric surgery for weight loss involved in the package?

Several tests are done prior to bariatric surgery for weight loss, such as a complete blood count (CBC), urinalysis, chemistry panel, gallbladder ultrasound, chest X-ray, ECG, and GI evaluation. All these test costs are involved in the package.

Is the pharmacy and medicine cost included in the package?

The pharmacy and medicine costs are included in the package when the patient is hospitalized. However, if the patient buys medicines from outside the hospital, they will pay money for them. 

How long the patient has to stay in the hospital after bariatric surgery for weight loss?

After the surgery, the patient has to stay 1-2 days in the hospital. The patient must attend 4-6 follow-up meetings during the first post-surgery year. The first follow-up should be taken 2-3 weeks after the surgery.  

How much does Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss cost in different countries?

For patients planning to travel abroad it is useful to know the price in destinations popular with medical travellers. The price for Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss in different countries is approximately:

  • India USD 4400 to USD 6600
  • Turkey USD 3200 to USD 4800
  • Thailand USD 9200 to USD 13800
  • Germany USD 8800 to USD 13200
  • Israel USD 12800 to USD 19200
  • Singapore USD 16000 to USD 24000

Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss in Penang

Popular Hospitals in Penang for Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss are:

Doctors for Bariatric Surgery For Weight Loss in Penang

A Bariatric Surgeon has surgical experience in carrying out bariatric surgeries.

Listing popular specialists:

Dr. Kirubakaran A/L Malapan

Dr. Kirubakaran A/L Malapan

Consultant, 20 years of experience

Gleneagles Hospital, PenangLocation

Breast Surgery, Endocrine Surgery and General Surgery.

Success Rate

There are higher chances that the patient may lose up to 60 percent of their excess weight in the first six months followed by 75 percent in the first year after undergoing bariatric surgery. Studies have also shown that the patient can maintain up to 60 percent weight loss of their excess weight up to 10 years.

If a patient has diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, arthritis, then he/she disqualifies for bariatric surgery.

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