{"id":742,"date":"2026-04-15T23:55:47","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T23:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/services\/cirugia-bariatrica\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T20:29:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T20:29:40","slug":"bariatric-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/services\/bariatric-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Bariatric Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section et_pb_section_parallax preset--module--divi-section--1fpol9zhui\"><span class=\"et-pb-parallax-wrapper\"><span class=\"et-pb-parallax-background et-pb-parallax-background--css et-pb-parallax-background-module--divi-section-0\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/backgroun-section-light-blue.png)\"><\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_18_24 et_flex_column_18_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Transform your health and your life with safe bariatric surgery<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Obesity doesn't just affect your appearance; it also seriously impacts your health. The good news is that there are effective, safe, and proven solutions like bariatric surgery, designed to help you lose weight and regain your well-being.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>The two most commonly used procedures are gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, both performed using laparoscopic (minimally invasive) techniques, which allows for a faster recovery and less pain.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_6_24 et_flex_column_6_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/icono-procedimiento-cirugia-bariatrica.jpg\" width=\"255\" height=\"254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/icono-procedimiento-cirugia-bariatrica.jpg 255w, https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/icono-procedimiento-cirugia-bariatrica-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 255px) 100vw, 255px\" class=\"wp-image-76\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Gastric Sleeve<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>An effective and safe option to start your change.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">What does it consist of?<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Approximately 70-80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a \"sleeve\" shaped structure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">How does it help you?<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>You eat much less<\/li>\n<li>Your appetite decreases (less hunger hormone)<\/li>\n<li>You feel full faster<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_4 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Ventajas<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>Simpler procedure<\/li>\n<li>No disruption to the intestines<\/li>\n<li>Excellent weight loss<\/li>\n<li>Fast recovery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_5 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Considerations<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>It's an ongoing process.<\/li>\n<li>It requires a commitment to new habits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/img-med-cirugia-bariatrica-manga.jpg\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/img-med-cirugia-bariatrica-manga.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/img-med-cirugia-bariatrica-manga-480x480.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 512px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-559\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_6 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Gastric Bypass<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>The gold standard for deeper transformation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_7 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">What does it consist of?<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>A small stomach is created and part of the intestine is redirected, reducing calorie absorption.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_8 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">How does it help you?<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>You eat less<\/li>\n<li>You absorb fewer calories<\/li>\n<li>Greater metabolic control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_9 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Advantages<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>Greater long-term weight loss<\/li>\n<li>Excellent for patients with type 2 diabetes<\/li>\n<li>Significant improvement in reflux<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_10 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Considerations<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>More complex procedure<\/li>\n<li>Requires lifelong vitamin supplements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/img-med-cirugia-bariatrica.jpg\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/img-med-cirugia-bariatrica.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/img-med-cirugia-bariatrica-480x480.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 512px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-561\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_11 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Take the first step towards a new life<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Bariatric surgery is not just an operation; it's a <strong>decision that transforms your future<\/strong>. With the right evaluation and professional support, you can achieve safe and sustainable results.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_12 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_block_module\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Why have surgery?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><ul>\n<li>Improvement or resolution of conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea<br \/>Increased energy and quality of life<\/li>\n<li>Greater confidence and emotional well-being<\/li>\n<li>Lasting results with proper support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Which one is better for you?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>There is no single option for everyone. The best surgery depends on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your current weight<\/li>\n<li>Associated medical conditions (such as diabetes or reflux)<\/li>\n<li>Your eating habits<\/li>\n<li>Personalized medical evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In general:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gastric sleeve: ideal if you are looking for an effective option with less complexity<\/li>\n<li>Gastric bypass: recommended for severe obesity or significant metabolic diseases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":679,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-742","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/742","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=742"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/742\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":745,"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/742\/revisions\/745"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/679"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tuespecialistaencirugia.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=742"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}