India Surgery Blog

Obesity is a burning issue in many countries today. The main culprits behind this epidemic are junk food, lack of exercise, and a generally unhealthy lifestyle. Obesity leads to various physical and mental health problems; which if not treated, could lead to various other serious ailments and sometimes even death. Some individuals cannot maintain a healthy weight despite putting in a lot of effort, due to underlying medical conditions. For all such people, the medical field has come up with the solution of bariatric surgery. Bariatric Surgery is the process where the natural anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract is modified such that it prevents much food intake and calories absorption by the body and assists in the process of weight loss. Bariatric surgery is a major surgery and involves rerouting of the GI tract. Hence, it is very important to ensure that you are choosing the best surgeon; one who is highly qualified and experienced and understands your specific weight