Weight Loss Surgery in Thailand

What Is Weight Loss Surgery?

Weight loss surgery refers to a group of surgical procedures designed to help people lose weight by reducing stomach size, limiting food intake, or modifying digestion. These surgeries are primarily recommended for individuals with:

  • A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or higher (severe obesity)
  • A BMI of 35 or higher with obesity-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or sleep apnea
  • Difficulty losing weight through diet and exercise alone

Bariatric procedures not only help with sustainable weight loss but also significantly improve health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and joint pain.

Who Qualifies for Weight Loss Surgery?

Not everyone is a candidate for bariatric surgery. You may qualify if:

  • Your BMI is 40 or higher, or 35+ with obesity-related health issues.
  • You’ve tried diet and exercise without long-term success.
  • You’re committed to lifestyle changes after surgery.
  • You’re in good mental and physical health to undergo the procedure.

Your doctor will assess your medical history, eating habits, and overall health to determine the best surgical option for you.

Weight Loss Procedures Offered at Rattinan Clinic

Procedure How It Works
Bariatric Surgery (General) A category of medical weight loss procedures designed to reduce weight and improve metabolic health.
Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy) Removes approximately 80% of the stomach, reducing appetite and hunger hormones. Permanent and highly effective.
Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y) Creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes digestion, reducing food intake and calorie absorption.
Sleeve Plus (SG-PJB) Combines gastric sleeve with a partial bypass of the small intestine, offering enhanced weight loss and improved metabolic results.
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) A non-surgical procedure using an endoscopic suturing device to reduce stomach volume. Shorter recovery and no external incisions.
Gastric Balloon A temporary silicone balloon placed in the stomach to limit food intake and promote early satiety. Lasts 6–12 months.