Digestive, metabolic and general surgical care

Weight management and metabolic surgery

Weight management may involve nutrition, medicines or surgery. A medical assessment should establish what is appropriate and how ongoing support will work.

Illustrative scene of Thai clinical care for weight management and metabolic surgery

What this area of care includes

Medical obesity assessment; dietetic and behavioural support; prescription weight-management medicines where indicated; sleeve gastrectomy; gastric bypass; postoperative nutrition and weight-maintenance care.

Questions for your specialist

  • Who will treat me, and what is their relevant experience?
  • Which options are suitable, and what are the alternatives?
  • What are the likely benefits, risks and limitations?
  • What is included in the cost, and how long should I stay?
  • How will recovery and follow-up be arranged?

A category guide, not an offer of treatment. The provider must confirm eligibility, availability and an individual clinical plan.