We are open and seeing patients with new COVID-19 protocols. We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 status and is actively issuing updates as they are available.
About Us
Covid Protocols
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), under Government of India and the World Health Organization are the most trusted sources online. As we reinitiate weight loss surgery, we are continually adapting and installing new and updated safety measures.
Weight loss surgery is medically necessary
A recent statement from the American Surgeons for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) says, “Before COVID-19 began, it was clear that patients with obesity were ‘safer through surgery.’ In the era of COVID-19, ‘safer through surgery’ for patients with obesity may prove to be even more important than before.” Obesity and Metabolic syndrome have been identified as an independent risk factor for adverse outcomes including death among COVID-19 patients.
The earlier a patient undergoes bariatric surgery, the quicker obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, stroke, sleep apnea and other diseases can be reduced or resolved as they are chronic and progressive. This leads to improved chances of recovery from covid as comorbidities after bariatric surgery either resolve or decrease in severity.
Diminishing Risk Factors
Weight-loss and metabolic surgery has a positive impact over metabolic syndrome in as little as 3 weeks. Weight loss surgery is also named metabolic surgery for the profound effects it has over insulin, blood sugar, blood pressure, lipids and other metabolic biomarkers. Medically controlled individuals are still at high risk for developing the severe form of COVID-19. It is for this reason that certain governments are now pushing Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery as a priority for their most vulnerable population.
Our Facility
As one of the foremost names in healthcare in the region. SPS Hospitals has been setting standards since its inception in 2005.
With a vision of making international standards of healthcare accessible to the people of Punjab and northern India, the hospital was set up to become one of the World’s most respected Healthcare Institutes. SPS Hospitals is an amalgam of medical excellence, state- of-the-art infrastructure and technology and the finest medical professionals from across the world.
The relentless pursuit of excellence is reflected in SPS Hospitals adherence to the international protocols and standards in patient care and clinical services.
SPS Hospitals has the rare achievement of being the First hospital in South East Asia to be accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission International, USA, within two years of operations. Blood Bank of SPS Hospitals was accredited by National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) in 2013. In 2018, SPS Hospitals was Accredited by NABH. The Department of Laboratory services has been accredited by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL).
WHY OUR CENTRE FOR BARIATRIC SURGERY?
A fully accredited as a Center of Excellence hospital with state of art infrastructure With well trained and highly professional team lead by experienced Bariatric surgeon (Dr. Amit Bhambri) from All India Institute Of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.
Most Advanced Weight Loss Surgery Centre Punjab India
Start Your Weight Loss Journey at SPS Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Why SPS Hospital Ludhiana?
- We are fully accredited as a Center of Excellence hospital with state of art infrastructure and well trained doctors and nurses. Dr. Amit Bhambri has vast experience in the field of bariatric and metabolic surgery and is first certified Bariatric surgeon from prestigious institute, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.
- SPS Hospitals has the rare achievement of being the first hospital in South East Asia to be accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission International, USA. The Hospital is accredited by NABH. Blood Bank of SPS Hospitals was accredited by National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) in 2013. In 2018, The Department of Laboratory services has been accredited by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). that signifies that we have met the highest standards in patient safety and quality available in healthcare.
If you have any questions or concerns about traveling to India for bariatric surgery, please enter details in our contact form. A member of our team would be happy to speak to you about what you can expect during your weight-loss surgery process.
How to contact Dr Amit Bhambri, Lead Bariatric Surgeon for Weightloss Surgery?
- It is very convenient to reach us. You can Whatsapp your message or call at +91-9736868406. Here our bariatric coordinator will be in touch with you and answer all your queries and guide you with further process for getting weightloss surgery done.
How to make an appointment for your Bariatric Surgery at SPS Hospitals, Ludhiana?
- Whatsapp or call at +91-9736868406OR
- Email at: bhambribariatric@gmail.comOR
- Contact us through ‘Online Chatting Software’ at our website www.bhambribaritarics.com
What is the cost of Weightloss Surgery at SPS Hospital, Ludhiana?
- There are different types of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgeries, (Lap. Sleeve Gastrectomy, Lap Mini Gastric Bypass, Lap. Roux en-Y gastric bypass, Revisional Surgeries, Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty) and different categories of room packages (from general ward to deluxe suite). Once your doctor takes up your detail history and examination and advises best possible surgical procedure for you, we will give you the best possible package depending on your choice of stay. Needless to say we at SPS Hospitals provide best medical care to all our patients at most reasonable cost in the region.
What includes Bariatric Surgery package ?
- Package includes your pre surgery check-up investigations, surgical cost including all disposables, anaesthesia fees, recovery room charges, 4 days private room/ General ward charges, in-hospital diet and medicines.
What is not included in the Bariatric Surgery package?
- Treatment required for any other medical ailments/obesity related comorbid problems.
How to pay for Bariatric Surgery?
- Pay us through
- Cash
- Debit Card or Credit Card (VISA, MASTER)
- Online bank account transfer
What documents do I need to carry along before meeting doctor for weightloss surgery counselling session?
- Any medical tests or relevant reports related to your past medical history/medical or surgical treatment taken in past should be brought along with you.
What do you do on your arrival at SPS Hospital, for Bariatric Surgery?
- You will be warmly received at the reception by the front desk executive
- The Bariatric coordinator will take your brief history and counsel you and make you meet the doctor at your scheduled appointment.
After detailed counselling session, including video counselling all your queries/doubts/myths regarding weightloss surgery would be answered in detail. You are encouraged to bring along your relatives/loved ones into the counselling sessions with the doctor, for proper understanding of weightloss surgery and path to recovery after it.
After selecting the right Bariatric procedure for you, you would be thoroughly investigated, including Pre-Anaesthesia Check-up (PAC) and then you are scheduled for surgery.
What will happen to me immediately after bariatric surgery?
- From the operating room, you would be shifted to the recovery room for same night under supervision of trained nurses and resident doctors. You will start walking on your own in recovery room around 6 -8 hrs after surgery. Next morning you would be shifted to your private room and your oral diet would be started.
You are discharged from your private room the next day (depending upon your comfort level) during your stay and even after discharge our trained Bariatric Dieticians would assist you with professional diet plans for weightloss.
At discharge will be handed over a detailed discharge summary with detailed description of medicines, precautions to be taken in post-operative period at your home and when to follow-up in the clinic.
IS MY BARIATRIC SURGERY COVERED BY INSURANCE?
The two major reasons that prevent a patient from undergoing bariatric surgery are
- Fear of surgery
- Cost of the surgery.
With advancement of technology in medical field, surgeries have become safer. Bariatric surgery is as safe as any other laparoscopic surgery for example routinely performed Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
With surgical disposables being increasingly manufactured in India, the cost of surgery has considerably reduced. At our centre we assure you best possible surgery packages in the region. Due to these factors, now India has become one of the most sort of destination for bariatric surgery for foreign nationals.
Bariatric surgery is now covered by insurance but it is on case to case basis. As per the new IRDI Guidelines, all the insurance providers will now offer bariatric surgery under their schemes to the clients who have purchases policy after 1st October 2019. For existing policyholders this will be active with effect from 1st October 2020.
A working group has been constituted by IRDAI to review the practices and make appropriate recommendations. One of the important suggestions from this Working Group is listed in Chapter III, point “F” of this circular. This explains, while every insurance company may want to enhance the availability of health insurance coverage to bariatric patients, the insurance policy contracts may allow for expenses related to the surgical treatment of obesity that does met the below conditions:
- Surgery conducted is upon the advice of a Doctor
- The surgery/procedure conducted is supported by clinical protocols
- The member is 18 years of age or older and
- Body Mass Index (BMI):
- greater than or equal to 40 or
- greater than or equal to 35 in conjunction with any of the following severe co-morbidities following failure of less invasive methods of weight loss:
- Obesity-related cardiomyopathy
- Coronary heart disease
- Severe Sleep Apnea
- Uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes
Source: https://www.irdai.gov.in/ADMINCMS/cms/Search_Results.aspx (Chapter III, point “F”)
This positive move by IRDAI in restructuring the health insurance in India, in favour of bariatric surgery will now enable patients with morbid obesity and its complications to avail treatment and remain healthy.
Financing
Weight loss surgery is more affordable than you might think. You can experience a new life and look and feel the way you have always dreamed.
FINANCING WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY
Although the cost of weightloss surgery differs depending on the procedure you select, each is affordable, especially compared to prices charged by other competitive hospitals in and around the region. Our relatively low-cost pricing for Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, laparoscopic Mini Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Roux en-y Gastric Bypass, Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty, Revisional Surgery for weight regain you will get the first in class treatment you desire within your budget. To discuss your specific situation in confidence, please call us toll free at +919736868406 or complete our contact form.
LENGTH OF STAY
Generally is around 2-3 night stay in hospital with Revision Surgery duration varies by procedure.
THE COST OF WEIGHT LOSS SURGERIES INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING
- Fees of Bariatric Surgeon and team, including an anesthesiologist, and trained Nurse
- Operating room costs
- All preoperative evaluations
- Surgical Disposables (Endo Stapler, Cartridges, Trocars etc)
- All Medications given during the stay in hospital
- General Ward/Private room charges
- Transportation to and from the airport (not included)
MEDICAL TOURISM
It is completely safe to travel to India and have surgery with us. We take care of patients by shuttling them between the airport to hospital, as well as return back safely.
We are fully accredited as a Center of Excellence hospital with state of art infrastructure and well-trained doctors and nurses. SPS Hospitals has the rare achievement of being the first hospital in South East Asia to be accredited by the prestigious Joint Commission International, USA, within two years of operations. In 2018, SPS Hospitals was accredited by NABH. Blood Bank of SPS Hospitals was accredited by National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH). The Department of Laboratory services has been accredited by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). that signifies that we have met the highest standards in patient safety and quality available in healthcare.
We can help you in planning your visit to India for bariatric surgery including Visa and stay and transport to and from airport on request.
If you have any questions or concerns about traveling to India for bariatric surgery, please enter details in our contact form. A member of our team would be happy to speak to you about what you can expect during your weight-loss surgery process.