Centro Médico Teknon: bariatric team and programmes

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Laparoscopic Gastric Banding — 10-Day Follow-Up Included

Package description

Laparoscopic gastric band is a minimally invasive and reversible weight loss procedure that places an adjustable silicone band around the upper part of the stomach.

This creates a small stomach pouch, helping you feel full faster and eat less, while maintaining normal digestion.

The band can be adjusted over time without additional surgery, making it a flexible and personalized solution for weight management.

What’s Included in the Package

✅ Comprehensive Preoperative Diagnostics

A complete evaluation to ensure safety and proper patient selection:

Consultation with bariatric surgeon

Full blood tests (biochemistry, metabolic panel)

Gastroscopy (upper endoscopy)

Abdominal ultrasound

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Chest X-ray (if required)

Anesthesiology assessment

✅ Surgical Procedure

Laparoscopic Gastric Band placement

Adjustable band system with subcutaneous access port

Surgery performed by an expert bariatric team

Advanced operating room & equipment

General anesthesia

✅ Hospital Stay

1–2 days hospitalization

Private room included

Continuous monitoring and nursing care

✅ 10-Day Postoperative Follow-Up Program

A key advantage of this package — ensuring proper adaptation and results:

Medical supervision during your stay in Barcelona

First band adjustment (if required)

Nutritional counseling and diet plan

Monitoring of recovery and tolerance to food

Personalized recommendations for long-term success

✅ Postoperative Care

Pain management and recovery monitoring

Discharge report and medical guidelines

Remote follow-up recommendations after return home

Duration of Stay

Total stay in Barcelona: 10 days

Hospital stay: 1–2 days

Local follow-up: 8–9 days

Expected Results

Gradual and sustainable weight loss

Reduced food intake and improved portion control

Adjustable and reversible solution

Lower surgical risk compared to more complex procedures

Who Is This For?

BMI ≥ 30–35 (or higher)

Patients seeking a less invasive and reversible option

Individuals willing to follow dietary guidelines and regular adjustments

Patients not suitable for more aggressive bariatric procedures

Why Choose This Program

Surgeon with 12,000+ laparoscopic procedures

Minimally invasive, adjustable, and reversible technique

Included 10-day follow-up program (rare in most clinics)

Premium private hospital in Barcelona

Dedicated international patient support

Additional Information

Gastric band requires long-term follow-up and adjustments

Final suitability is confirmed after medical evaluation

Online consultation available before travel

Request Your Personalized Plan

Send your medical reports to receive a tailored evaluation and exact cost estimate within 24–48 hours.

Transfer is not included

Individual chamber

Hospital days: 10

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Package description

Gastric band

Consultation with a bariatric surgeon

Not included

Airfare

Hotel

Additional activities not included

Hospital days: 3

Hotel days: 5

3 days in the hospital

5 days in the hotel

Laparoscopic gastric band is a minimally invasive and reversible weight loss procedure that places an adjustable silicone band around the upper part of the stomach.

This creates a small stomach pouch, helping you feel full faster and eat less, while maintaining normal digestion.

The band can be adjusted over time without additional surgery, making it a flexible and personalized solution for weight management.

What’s Included in the Package ✅ Comprehensive Preoperative Diagnostics A complete evaluation to ensure safety and proper patient selection: Consultation with bariatric surgeon Full blood tests (biochemistry, metabolic panel) Gastroscopy (upper endoscopy) Abdominal ultrasound Electrocardiogram (ECG) Chest X-ray (if required) Anesthesiology assessment ✅ Surgical Procedure Laparoscopic Gastric Band placement Adjustable band system with subcutaneous access port Surgery performed by an expert bariatric team Advanced operating room & equipment General anesthesia ✅ Hospital Stay 1–2 days

hospitalization Private room included Continuous monitoring and nursing care ✅ 10-Day Postoperative Follow-Up Program A key advantage of this package — ensuring proper adaptation and results: Medical supervision during your stay in Barcelona First band adjustment (if required) Nutritional counseling and diet plan Monitoring of recovery and tolerance to food Personalized recommendations for long-term success ✅ Postoperative Care Pain management and recovery monitoring Discharge report and medical guidelines Remote follow-up recommendations after return home Duration of Stay Total stay in

Barcelona: 10 days Hospital stay: 1–2 days Local follow-up: 8–9 days Expected Results Gradual and sustainable weight loss Reduced food intake and improved portion control Adjustable and reversible solution Lower surgical risk compared to more complex procedures Who Is This For?

BMI ≥ 30–35 (or higher) Patients seeking a less invasive and reversible option Individuals willing to follow dietary guidelines and regular adjustments Patients not suitable for more aggressive bariatric procedures Why Choose This Program Surgeon with 12,000+ laparoscopic procedures Minimally invasive, adjustable, and reversible technique Included 10-day follow-up program (rare in most clinics) Premium private hospital in Barcelona Dedicated international patient support Additional Information Gastric band requires long-term follow-up and adjustments Final suitability is confirmed after

medical evaluation Online consultation available before travel Request Your Personalized Plan Send your medical reports to receive a tailored evaluation and exact cost estimate within 24–48 hours.

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Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass — 10-Day Follow-Up Included

Package description

Comprehensive bariatric surgery package in Spain including laparoscopic gastric bypass, 3 nights in a private hospital room, 5 nights in hotel accommodation, and 10-day postoperative follow-up.

Treatment is performed by an experienced bariatric team with modern minimally invasive techniques, personalized medical supervision, and international patient coordination throughout the stay.

Individual chamber

Hotel nights: 5

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Package description

Gastric bypass

Consultation with a bariatric surgeon

Not included

Airfare

Hotel

Additional activities not included

Transfer is not included

Hospital days: 3

Hotel days: 5

3 days in the hospital

5 days in the hotel

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Gastric Sleeve Surgery with Reduced-Pain Technique — JCI-Accredited Hospital

Package description

Gastric Sleeve Surgery with Reduced-Pain Technique — JCI-Accredited Hospital

by Dr. Carlos Ballesta (12,000+ laparoscopic procedures)

Centro Médico Teknon

About the Procedure

Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) is a minimally invasive weight loss procedure that removes approximately 70–80% of the stomach, creating a smaller, tube-shaped stomach.

This technique:

Restricts food intake

Reduces hunger hormones (ghrelin)

Promotes long-term weight loss and metabolic improvement

The reduced-pain approach uses advanced laparoscopic techniques, minimizing surgical trauma, reducing discomfort, and allowing for faster recovery.

What’s Included in the Package

✅ Comprehensive Preoperative Diagnostics

A complete evaluation to ensure safety and optimal surgical planning:

Consultation with bariatric surgeon

Full blood tests (biochemistry, metabolic & hormonal panel)

Gastroscopy (upper endoscopy)

Abdominal ultrasound

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Chest X-ray (if required)

Anesthesiology assessment

✅ Surgical Treatment

Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve (reduced-pain technique)

Advanced minimally invasive equipment

Experienced surgical team led by Dr. Ballesta

General anesthesia

✅ Hospital Stay

2–3 days hospitalization

Private room included

Continuous monitoring and nursing care

✅ Postoperative Care

Daily medical supervision during hospitalization

Pain management with reduced-discomfort protocols

Early mobilization support

Nutritional guidance (post-surgery diet phases)

Discharge report and long-term recommendations

First follow-up consultation

Duration of Stay

Total stay in Barcelona: 4–6 days

Hospital stay: 2–3 days

Expected Results

60–70% excess weight loss within 12–18 months

Reduced appetite and improved satiety

Improvement in obesity-related conditions (diabetes, hypertension)

Long-term metabolic benefits

Who Is This For?

BMI ≥ 30–35 (or ≥30 with comorbidities)

Patients seeking effective and less complex bariatric surgery

Individuals who have not succeeded with diet or medication

Why Choose This Program

Surgeon with 12,000+ laparoscopic procedures

Reduced-pain, minimally invasive technique

Faster recovery and shorter hospital stay

JCI-accredited hospital with international standards

Dedicated international patient department

Additional Information

Final treatment plan is confirmed after medical evaluation

Online consultation available prior to travel

Multilingual support throughout your stay

Request a Personalized Treatment Plan

Send your medical reports to receive a custom evaluation and exact price within 24–48 hours.

Transfer is not included

Individual chamber

Hospital days: 6

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Package description

Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)

Consultation with a bariatric surgeon

Not included

Airfare

Hotel

Additional activities not included

Hospital days: 3

Hotel days: 5

3 days in the hospital

5 days in the hotel

Gastric Sleeve Surgery with Reduced-Pain Technique — JCI-Accredited Hospital by Dr. Carlos Ballesta (12,000+ laparoscopic procedures) Centro Médico Teknon About the Procedure Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) is a minimally invasive weight loss procedure that removes approximately 70–80% of the stomach, creating a smaller, tube-shaped stomach.

This technique: Restricts food intake Reduces hunger hormones (ghrelin) Promotes long-term weight loss and metabolic improvement The reduced-pain approach uses advanced laparoscopic techniques, minimizing surgical trauma, reducing discomfort, and allowing for faster recovery.

What’s Included in the Package ✅ Comprehensive Preoperative Diagnostics A complete evaluation to ensure safety and optimal surgical planning: Consultation with bariatric surgeon Full blood tests (biochemistry, metabolic & hormonal panel) Gastroscopy (upper endoscopy) Abdominal ultrasound Electrocardiogram (ECG) Chest X-ray (if required) Anesthesiology assessment ✅ Surgical Treatment Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve (reduced-pain technique) Advanced minimally invasive equipment Experienced surgical team led by Dr. Ballesta General anesthesia ✅ Hospital Stay 2–3 days hospitalization Private room

included Continuous monitoring and nursing care ✅ Postoperative Care Daily medical supervision during hospitalization Pain management with reduced-discomfort protocols Early mobilization support Nutritional guidance (post-surgery diet phases) Discharge report and long-term recommendations First follow-up consultation Duration of Stay Total stay in Barcelona: 4–6 days Hospital stay: 2–3 days Expected Results 60–70% excess weight loss within 12–18 months Reduced appetite and improved satiety Improvement in obesity-related conditions (diabetes, hypertension) Long-term metabolic benefits Who Is

This For?

BMI ≥ 30–35 (or ≥30 with comorbidities) Patients seeking effective and less complex bariatric surgery Individuals who have not succeeded with diet or medication Why Choose This Program Surgeon with 12,000+ laparoscopic procedures Reduced-pain, minimally invasive technique Faster recovery and shorter hospital stay JCI-accredited hospital with international standards Dedicated international patient department Additional Information Final treatment plan is confirmed after medical evaluation Online consultation available prior to travel Multilingual support throughout your stay Request a

Personalized Treatment Plan Send your medical reports to receive a custom evaluation and exact price within 24–48 hours.

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Gastric band, leading specialist Dr.Jose Vicente Ferrer Valls.

Package description

Gastric band

Not included

Airfare

Additional activities not included

Clinic correspondence example; this is not an assessment of the reader.

Hello!

Thank you for choosing Teknon Medical Centre, Barcelona: https://www.teknon.es/ You have applied for gastric band surgery.

Leading specialist in this field, head of bariatric surgery department, Dr. Jose Vicente Ferrer Valls.

Approx.treatment budget: 9000 euros Approx.hospital stay: 1 – 3 days Ambulatory care: 10 days To determine an individual treatment a consultation with Dr.Ballesta is required.

As a result of the consultation, you will receive an official medical opinion and precise treatment budget.

Consultation cost: 350 euros To book your appointment we kindly ask you to send us: – Passport of the patient – Email – Home address – Telephone number Kind regards, Kind regards, Ostap Bondarenko Teknon Medical Center Assistant

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Teknon Medical Centre: Gastric bypass

Package description

Gastric bypass

Not included

Airfare

Additional activities not included

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Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass for Diabetes by Dr. Ballesta

Package description

Gastric bypass

Preoperative tests

Medications

Follow-up examination

Consumable materials

Individual chamber

Not included

Airfare

Hotel

Additional activities not included

Transfer is not included

Hospital days: 5

Hotel days: 14

5 days in the hospital

14 days in the hotel

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass for Diabetes — Advanced Metabolic Surgery Program by Dr. Carlos Ballesta (12,000+ surgeries performed) Centro Médico Teknon About the Treatment Laparoscopic gastric bypass is one of the most effective surgical treatments for Type 2 Diabetes and obesity, helping patients achieve long-term weight loss and significant metabolic improvement.

Dr. Ballesta is a pioneer in minimally invasive bariatric and metabolic surgery, with over 12,000 successful procedures, offering high safety standards and excellent clinical outcomes.

What’s Included in the Package ✅ Comprehensive Preoperative Diagnostics Consultation with bariatric surgeon Full blood tests & metabolic panel Endoscopy (gastroscopy) Abdominal ultrasound Cardiology evaluation (ECG) Anesthesiology assessment ✅ Surgical Treatment Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass (minimally invasive) Advanced operating room & surgical team General anesthesia ✅ Hospital Stay 3–4 days hospitalization Private room included Continuous medical monitoring ✅ Postoperative Care Daily medical follow-up during stay Discharge report & recommendations Nutritional guidelines for recovery First

follow-up consultation Duration of Stay Total stay in Barcelona: 5–7 days Surgery & hospitalization: 3–4 days Expected Outcomes Significant weight loss Improvement or remission of Type 2 Diabetes Better metabolic control (glucose, insulin resistance) Reduced cardiovascular risk Who Is This Program For?

Patients with Type 2 Diabetes BMI ≥ 30 with metabolic disorders Patients who failed conservative treatments Individuals seeking long-term metabolic improvement Why Choose This Program Surgeon with 12,000+ procedures Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) approach High success rate in diabetes remission One of Spain’s leading private hospitals Dedicated International Patient Department Additional Information Final treatment plan is confirmed after medical evaluation Online consultation available before arrival Multilingual support during the whole process Request a Personalized Plan Send your

medical reports and receive a custom evaluation and exact cost estimate from Dr. Ballesta within 24–48 hours.

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Teknon Medical Centre, Sleeve gastrectomy, Dr.Ballesta

Package description

Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)

Not included

Airfare

Additional activities not included

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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy), leading specialist Dr.Ferrer Valls

Package description

Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)

Not included

Airfare

Additional activities not included

Clinic correspondence example; this is not an assessment of the reader.

Hello!

Thank you for choosing Teknon Medical Centre, Barcelona: https://www.teknon.es/ You have applied for gastric sleeve surgery.

Leading specialist in this field, head of bariatric surgery department, Dr. Jose Vicente Ferrer Valls Approx.treatment budget: 18 000 euros Approx.hospital stay: 3 – 5 days Ambulatory care: 10 days To determine an individual treatment a consultation with Dr.Ballesta is required.

As a result of the consultation, you will receive an official medical opinion and precise treatment budget.

Consultation cost: 350 euros To book your appointment we kindly ask you to send us: – Passport of the patient – Email – Home address – Telephone number Kind regards, Kind regards, Ostap Bondarenko Teknon Medical Center Assistant

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Bariatric surgery

Package description

Consultation with a surgeon

Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)

Not included

Airfare

Additional activities not included

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Gastric balloon, leading bariatrc surgeon Dr. Jose Vicente Ferrer Valls

Package description

Gastric balloon

Not included

Airfare

Additional activities not included

Clinic correspondence example; this is not an assessment of the reader.

Hello!

Thank you for choosing Teknon Medical Centre, Barcelona: https://www.teknon.es/ You have applied for gastric sleeve surgery.

Leading specialist in this field, head of bariatric surgery department, Dr. Jose Vicente Ferrer Valls Approx.treatment budget: 6 000 euros Approx.hospital stay: 1 – 3 days Ambulatory care: 10 days To determine an individual treatment a consultation with Dr.Ballesta is required.

As a result of the consultation, you will receive an official medical opinion and precise treatment budget.

Consultation cost: 350 euros To book your appointment we kindly ask you to send us: – Passport of the patient – Email – Home address – Telephone number Kind regards, Kind regards, Ostap Bondarenko Teknon Medical Center Assistant

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Endoscopic Intragastric Balloon Placement for Weight Loss

Package description

Gastric balloon

Preoperative tests

Medications

Follow-up examination

Consumable materials

Not included

Airfare

Hotel

Additional activities not included

Accommodation is not included

Transfer is not included

Hotel days: 14

14 days in the hotel

Gastric Balloon — Non-Surgical Weight Loss Program by Dr. Carlos Ballesta (12,000+ procedures performed) Centro Médico Teknon About the Procedure The gastric balloon is a non-surgical, minimally invasive weight loss solution designed to help patients reduce food intake and achieve gradual, sustainable weight loss.

A soft silicone balloon is placed inside the stomach via endoscopy (without surgery) and filled with liquid or air.

This reduces stomach capacity, helping you feel full faster and eat less.

The procedure is quick, safe, and reversible, making it an ideal option for patients who are not ready for surgery.

What’s Included in the Package ✅ Preoperative Diagnostics & Evaluation A full assessment to ensure safety and suitability: Consultation with bariatric specialist Medical history evaluation Blood tests (basic metabolic panel) Pre-anesthesia assessment (if required) ✅ Procedure Endoscopic placement of gastric balloon High-quality balloon system (liquid or air-filled) Sedation or light anesthesia Procedure duration: 20–30 minutes ✅ Hospital Stay Day-case procedure (no overnight stay required) Recovery monitoring for several hours post-procedure Private recovery room ✅ Post-Procedure Care Medical

supervision after placement Medication for nausea and gastric adaptation Nutritional guidelines and phased diet plan Lifestyle and weight loss recommendations Follow-up consultation ✅ Balloon Removal Endoscopic removal after 6–12 months (depending on balloon type) Performed under sedation (Placement included; removal may be included or quoted separately depending on the balloon type.) Duration of Stay Stay in Barcelona: 2–3 days recommended Procedure: same day discharge Expected Results 10–20% total body weight loss within 6 months Improved eating habits and portion control Reduction in

obesity-related conditions Preparation for future bariatric surgery (if needed) Who Is This For?

BMI ≥ 27–30 Patients seeking a non-surgical weight loss option Individuals not eligible or not ready for surgery Patients needing pre-surgical weight reduction Why Choose This Program Surgeon with 12,000+ procedures performed No surgery, no scars, reversible method Quick procedure with minimal downtime Performed in a leading private hospital in Barcelona Full international patient support Additional Information Temporary solution requiring lifestyle commitment Some discomfort (nausea) may occur in the first days Final suitability confirmed after medical evaluation Online consultation

available before travel Request Your Personalized Plan Send your medical information to receive a tailored recommendation and exact price within 24–48 hours.