When bariatric surgeons reroute the digestive tract during weight loss surgery, they have several configurations to choose from. During a mini gastric bypass, the doctor makes a loop low on the stomach. The effect is similar to that of a Roux-en-Y operation, wherein the ability to absorb fats and starches is reduced. A mini gastric bypass can be performed laparoscopically so that scarring and complications are minimized. In the US, a mini gastric bypass costs around $40,000, and in the UK the price is about £25,000. Bariatric surgeons overseas can perform this operation for much less.

In Costa Rica,  Mexico and Colombia, obese patients can undergo a mini gastric bypass for $6,000 or £4,000. Bariatric surgeons in Latin America often study in some of the best medical schools in the US and UK, and most doctors and nurses speak English fluently. Hospitals are modern, clean, and equipped with the latest tools for laparoscopic surgery. Before a mini gastric bypass, the doctor will thoroughly examine the patient to make sure he or she is a good candidate for the procedure. The hospital staff will counsel the patient on post-op care, and perform numerous follow-up exams after the operation. Recovery time can be several days to a week. Extending one's stay in Latin America is very affordable since food and lodging are inexpensive.

 

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