We do not currently have a published bariatric surgery specialist listed for gastric band surgery in UAE.
We haven't published a bariatric surgery specialist list for gastric band surgery in UAE yet.
GAF Healthcare currently lists 0 bariatric surgery specialists for gastric band surgery across 0 hospitals in UAE. Indicative treatment costs range from $4,500 – $7,000, with a typical hospital stay of 1–2 days.
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What is Gastric Band Surgery?
Gastric Band Surgery, also known as Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAGB), involves placing an inflatable silicone band around the upper part of the stomach to create a small pouch that limits food intake and induces early satiety. It is a reversible, minimally invasive weight-loss procedure recommended for patients with obesity who have not achieved sustained results through diet and exercise alone. The band can be adjusted or removed later, making it a lower-risk option compared to other bariatric surgeries.
Who may be considered?
Gastric Band Surgery may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
Performed through small keyhole incisions using laparoscopic instruments, this technique places an adjustable band around the upper stomach connected to a subcutaneous port for post-operative fine-tuning of restriction.
Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAGB)
Minimally InvasivePerformed through small keyhole incisions using laparoscopic instruments, this technique places an adjustable band around the upper stomach connected to a subcutaneous port for post-operative fine-tuning of restriction.
Comprehensive Investigations
CBC, blood sugar and HbA1c, liver and kidney function tests, lipid profile, ECG, chest X-ray, abdominal ultrasound, upper GI endoscopy, anesthesia fitness evaluation
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Stay in India
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Pre-operative consultations and investigations
- Surgeon and anesthetist fees
- Operation theatre and band device cost
- Hospital stay with nursing care
- Post-operative dietary counseling
- First follow-up visit
Usually Not Included
- International and local travel
- Hotel accommodation for attendant
- Band adjustment (fill) sessions after discharge
- Nutritional supplements and medications post-discharge
- Visa and travel insurance
Recovery and follow-up
Most patients resume light activities within a week and normal routines within 2-3 weeks, following a staged diet from liquids to soft foods; periodic band adjustments (fills) are needed every few weeks to optimize weight loss.
Risks
Potential risks include band slippage, erosion, port infection, esophageal dilation, and inadequate weight loss requiring band removal or conversion to another bariatric procedure.
Alternatives
Alternative bariatric options include sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and intragastric balloon placement, each offering different levels of invasiveness and expected weight-loss outcomes.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
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Reports required
- Recent BMI and weight history
- Complete blood count (CBC) and metabolic panel
- Endoscopy or upper GI study report
- Abdominal ultrasound report
- ECG and cardiac fitness report
- History of comorbidities (diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea)
- List of current medications
- Previous surgical history if any
Patient information needed
- Age and gender
- Current weight, height, and BMI
- Duration and history of obesity
- Any prior weight-loss attempts or surgeries
- Existing medical conditions (diabetes, thyroid, hypertension)
- Current medications and allergies
- Smoking or alcohol use
- Preferred travel dates and companion details
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How we selected these doctors
A doctor appears on this page when their listed specialty maps to Bariatric Surgery and their profile names gastric band surgery (or a matching term) among the procedures they perform. Doctors are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows years of listed experience (highest first), the same field shown on each doctor's profile. This page does not display aggregate star ratings.
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How GAF Healthcare selects doctors
Doctors may be included when they meet relevant criteria for gastric band surgery. This is a transparent listing methodology, not a clinical recommendation or paid ranking:
Relevant specialty
bariatric surgery expertise is mapped from the doctor's listed specialty and profile information.
Procedure relevance
gastric band surgery is listed among the doctor's procedures or areas of expertise, using matching terms where appropriate.
Hospital affiliation
The doctor is currently affiliated with a recognised hospital in the GAF directory. Hospital details and availability can change, so confirm them before booking.
Professional experience
Experience is displayed from the doctor's available professional profile and is used as the ordering signal when the page lists doctors.
Data verification
Doctor and hospital information is checked against the records available to GAF and updated when new information is supplied. It is not a substitute for confirming credentials directly.
No paid ranking
Being featured does not automatically mean the doctor is ranked number one. GAF does not sell position on this page.
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Visa, Travel and Stay Coordination
Once you choose a doctor, we help arrange the medical visa invitation letter, hotel or serviced-apartment booking near the hospital, airport pickup and transport to your appointments.
On-the-Ground and Language Support
A dedicated, language-speaking companion can accompany you to appointments, and our team stays in touch after you return home to check on your recovery.
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Frequently asked questions about Gastric Band Surgery in UAE
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