About Bariatric Surgery

What is Bariatric Surgery?

Bariatric surgery is a proven long-term treatment for obesity. Beyond weight loss, it can help improve or resolve conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, PCOS, and infertility.

Why Choose DOSTI?

Affordable, evidence-based bariatric surgery
Complete treatment under one roof
Care from a multidisciplinary medical team
Standardized treatment pathways
Safe and personalized patient care
Support from consultation through recovery

Bariatric surgery or weight loss surgery is a proven, long-term solution for managing obesity. Not only weight loss, the related conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, PCOS, Infertility etc. also get resolved. Recommended when diet, exercise, and medications have failed for weight loss, it’s ideal for patients who are 30 kg or more above their ideal body weight.

At our center, we provide high-quality, affordable bariatric surgery under one roof, guided by standardized care pathways and a dedicated medical team. We believe weight loss surgery is a medical necessity—not a luxury—so we proudly support eligible patients with budget-friendly options and compassionate care.

BMI CALCULATOR

Do I Qualify for Bariatric Surgery?

Enter your height and weight to calculate your Body Mass Index (BMI). Your BMI can help determine whether you should speak with the DOSTI team about medical or surgical weight-loss options.

Weight

Height

BMI = weight (kg) ÷ height² (m²)

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Your BMI Result

Enter your height and weight to see your calculated BMI.

Please note: BMI is a screening measurement and does not by itself determine whether bariatric surgery is appropriate. Eligibility depends on your overall health, medical history, weight-related conditions and specialist assessment.

Process Flow

Consultation &
Watching Videos

Pre-op Diet,
Workup &
Registration

Surgery

Recovery

Process Flow

Instructions for Patients

Last few days before Surgery:

Follow a low-carb diet (avoid roti, rice, sugar, and fats) and a high-protein diet (meat, lentils, and eggs).
Stop smoking (if applicable), perform deep breathing exercises, and use steam inhalation three times a day.
Continue taking all prescribed blood pressure and diabetes medications.
Stop blood thinners such as Ascard and Lowplat five days before surgery, following your physician's advice.
Notify us if your blood pressure exceeds 140/90 or your blood sugar exceeds 300 mg/dL.
Make the 10% advance payment for hospital and operating room booking.

On the Day of surgery:

8:00 AM: Take a shower using soap and water before leaving for the hospital.
9:00 AM: Leave home and arrive at the hospital for your scheduled admission.
Complete the hospital admission process and any required laboratory tests if they have not already been completed.
You may drink water until 12:00 PM (noon).
Do not eat or drink anything by mouth after 12:00 PM unless specifically instructed otherwise by your surgical team.

One day before surgery:

Follow a soft diet throughout the day before surgery.
Continue taking all prescribed medications as scheduled, except blood thinners such as Ascard and Lowplat.
Have your last meal at 12:00 AM (midnight) if investigations are scheduled for the following morning, and continue drinking water as instructed.
Complete your pre-registration by telephone with our coordinator before arriving at the hospital.
Notify us if your blood pressure exceeds 140/90 or your blood sugar exceeds 300 mg/dL.
Make the required 10% advance payment for hospital and operating room booking.

About Bariatric Surgery

What is Bariatric Surgery?

Why Choose DOSTI?