Package Details

Affordable Gastric Bypass Surgery

What is Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Gastric bypass surgery is considered a form of bariatric surgery, a field that deals with weight loss and obesity. Today, gastric bypass is generally performed using a technique called Roux-en-Y. This procedure reduces the size of the stomach to create a pouch that accepts no more than an ounce or so of food at a time. A small opening between the stomach and intestine allows food to travel directly to the large intestine. Gastric bypass surgery literally bypasses the bulk of the stomach and encourages massive weight loss in obese individuals.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Gastric Bypass?

Generally, any individual the age between 15 and 50 years is a good candidate for gastric bypass surgery if they are relatively healthy. The procedure is typically reserved for those who are more than 75 pounds overweight and have a body mass index of 40 to 50 or 35 to 39 with a life threatening co morbidity factor. Candidates for this type of surgery must be willing to undergo drastic lifestyle changes and eating habits in order to gain the optimal benefits of this procedure. Following surgery, patients are cautioned to not drink liquids with meals or within 30 minutes prior to or following a meal. Very small quantities of food are ingested at a time, which should consist of meat, fish, poultry, and vegetables. It is also essential that gastric bypass patients take multivitamin supplements.

The Package Includes the Following:

All pre-operative testing and exams
All related surgical costs: surgeons, anesthesia (local), equipment, hospital stay, nursing care
The Procedure
Meals and medications included while stay in the Hospital.
2 Nights (laparoscopic) - 4 Nights (open) stay at the Hospital (only needed)
Personal host in Mexicali and Hospital dedicated to your travel itinerary and medical travel program.
Case Manager Assistance Bilingual
Ground Transportation service from: San Diego Airport or Yuma Airport to the Hospital and way back