Weight Loss Surgery with Allure
Allure Weightloss is a trusted provider of private medical weight loss surgery in Dubai. We provide gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and mini gastric bypass surgery privately in Dubai and the UK and have built up a reputation for our high level of patient care and satisfaction.
Our bariatric surgery procedures are supported by an expert team of consultant surgeons, dietitians, and nurses that will help guide you on your weight loss journey. The average weight loss with bariatric surgery is around 70% of a patient’s excess body weight within the first two years. Most patient’s weight related health problems, such as high blood pressure, diabetes and sleep apnoea, significantly improve after weight loss surgery.
Types of Weight Loss Surgery
Bariatric surgeries are permanent, non-reversible procedures that help you lose weight alongside a new lifestyle that includes a healthy diet and exercise. No matter what surgery you choose, our team will be right alongside you to help you adjust to your new lifestyle habits after surgery.
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Requires a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35 – can be lower if comorbidities present.
A gastric sleeve limits food intake and reduces the production of the hunger hormone, ghrelin, which changes the way that patients feel hunger. Typically performed as a laparoscopic surgery, a gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy) removes around 80% of the stomach to create a tube or sleeve-like structure.
This bariatric surgery permanently makes a smaller stomach and requires a specific diet plan to have a safe and effective recovery. Recovery time takes between 6-8 weeks and typically requires 1-2 weeks off of work.
Gastric Bypass Surgery
requires a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35 – can be lower if comorbidities present
A roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery creates a new structure out of the existing stomach to create a small pouch. It bypasses a portion of the stomach in order to reduce the amount of food you can eat at any one time to help you lose weight. It effectively re-plumbs the stomach.
It’s a major operation and should be carefully considered. The expected weight loss is up to 70% of your excess weight within the first two years. Recovery time takes between 6-8 weeks and typically 1-2 weeks off of work.
Mini Gastric Bypass
A mini gastric bypass operation works by reducing the size of the available stomach without removing anything. It relies on a series of alterations to the stomach that can be likened to ‘plumbing.’ It doesn’t cut through the bowel or small intestine, and as such, there is a reduced risk for a hernia and it results in a faster recovery. Recovery time takes between 6-8 weeks and typically requires 1-2 weeks off of work.
Weight Loss Surgery Aftercare
Following your surgery, all patients will receive our renowned aftercare service, which includes two years of contact with your surgeon, nurses, and our Registered dietitians. They will be with you every step of the way while you’re losing weight after your surgery, helping you to recover, form new eating habits, and introduce physical activity into your day-to-day to help you have a healthier lifestyle.
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Our Specalist
Dr Balaji Nagammapudur
MBBS, MS, FRCS(G), FRCS(E), FRCS(IC-UGI), CCT(UK)
Dr Balaji is a British Board certified (Post CCT-UK) General, Laparoscopic, Upper GI and Bariatric surgeon with over 30 years of surgical experience.
He spent 2 years of clinical research in Los Angeles, USA at the University of Southern California and developed an interest in Oesophageal diseases and Foregut surgery. He then completed his CCT in the UK in General and Upper GI surgery and proceeded to working as a consultant in Upper GI and Bariatric surgery since 2006. After a short period as a consultant in India he returned to the UK and had been a consultant in the national Health Service (NHS) and has completed 10 years as a consultant in Upper GI and Bariatric surgery in the UK since 2014.
He has held leadership positions in the trust, regionally and nationally in the field of Upper GI and Bariatric surgery in the UK.
His passion includes management of complex oesophageal diseases, performing advanced open and minimally invasive oesophageal and hiatal surgery in addition to having expertise in performing primary and revisional bariatric (weight loss surgeries). He has served as a lead for one of the top 5 high volume bariatric surgery centres in the UK. He has academic and training interests and has contributed to several presentations and publications internationally.
He also performs all types of general and advanced laparoscopic surgery including trauma and emergency surgery.
Weight Loss Surgery Clinics
Currently, we have clinics across UAE, ensuring that our surgical weight loss patients can receive care as conveniently as possible. Learn more about each facility by clicking on the image below.
Dubai
Calculate Your BMI
How is body mass index (BMI) measured?
An individuals BMI is calculated by using the following formula:
BMI = Weight (kg) / Height (m)²
You must take your weight in kilograms, divide it by your height in meters, and then divide it a second time by your height in order to determine the correct body mass index.
Not sure you qualify?
If you still aren’t sure, a member of our team will be able to help. If you are certain you won’t qualify for bariatric surgery, you may still be eligible for other medical weight loss treatments.
BMI Requirements
- Gastric Sleeve – Min. BMI 35
- Gastric Bypass – Min. BMI 40 (or 35 with Comorbidities)
Take the First Step Today
We are dedicated to providing weight loss patients with transparent and ethical care. Speak to an advisor today in order to discuss your options, eligibility, and journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
You must have a minimum BMI of 35 or a BMI of 30 if you are struggling with existing comorbidities.
You must have a minimum BMI of 35 or a BMI of 30 if you are struggling with existing comorbidities.
The Allure Weightloss Bariatric Surgery Aftercare Programme is comprised of access to your consultant, bariatric nurse, and HCPC registered Dietitian for up to 2 years.
With help from our dietitians, you will work on implementing the necessary lifestyle changes to keep it off.
A gastric sleeve, or sleeve gastrectomy, is the process of removing up to 80% of the stomach in order to limit food consumption and reduce hunger hormones. Find out more about our gastric sleeve offerings.
The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass involves creating a smaller ‘pouch’ from your stomach and attaching it straight to your intestines, bypassing the main body of your stomach.
The most widely used measurement for obesity. The BMI approximates body mass using a mathematical ratio of weight and height [(weight in kg ÷ height in meters) or (weight in pounds ÷ height in inches x 703)]. A BMI of 30 or more is regarded by most health agencies as the threshold for obesity. A BMI of 40 or more generally qualifies as morbid obesity. However, note that BMI measurements in body-builders and athletes may not be accurate determinants of obesity because the BMI does not distinguish between muscle and fat.
The most common risks associated with bariatric surgery include:
- Chronic nausea and vomiting
- Acid reflux
- Inability to eat certain foods
- Obstruction of stomach
- Anesthesia-related risks
- Dilation of esophagus
- Infection
**Please see individual bypass and sleeve pages for the specific complications associated with each procedure**