— Bariatric Surgery at Pompeii

Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)

A metabolic weight-loss procedure that creates a smaller stomach pouch and changes the digestive pathway to support significant, long-term weight loss.

— Understanding the procedure

What is gastric bypass surgery?

Gastric bypass is a weight-loss surgery that makes the stomach smaller and changes how food travels through the digestive system.

  • The surgeon creates a small stomach pouch, helping you feel full after eating less.

  • The pouch is connected to a lower section of the small intestine, bypassing part of the stomach and intestine.

  • The procedure changes hunger-related hormones and reduces the absorption of some calories and nutrients.

It can lead to significant, long-term weight loss and may improve type 2 diabetes, acid reflux, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea.

— Potential benefits

How gastric bypass may support your health.

Results vary, but gastric bypass may support meaningful weight loss and improvement in several obesity-related health conditions.

— Is it right for me?

Gastric bypass may be appropriate if:

  • Your BMI is 40 or higher, even without another medical condition.

  • Your BMI is 35 or higher with at least one obesity-related medical condition.

  • You have severe acid reflux or GERD, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, joint problems, or another weight-related concern.

  • You are prepared for long-term nutrition, vitamin, and medical follow-up.

Final eligibility is determined through a complete medical review with the bariatric team.

— Your patient journey

Six days of care and recovery

Your team coordinates pre-operative preparation, surgery, guided recovery, nutrition education, and transportation throughout your stay.

Day 1

Arrival & Pre-op

After pickup, you are admitted to the center for testing, medical review, and preparation for surgery.

Day 2

Surgery

Your laparoscopic gastric bypass is performed, followed by close nursing care and early assisted walking.

Day 3

Guided Recovery

The team monitors hydration, pain control, mobility, and your progress during early recovery.

Day 4

Continued Recovery

You remain on site for continued observation, walking, wound care, hydration, and rest.

Day 5

Education

You receive nutrition guidance, medication instructions, warning signs to watch for, and aftercare information.

Day 6

Departure

After final medical clearance, transportation is coordinated and your long-term follow-up support continues.

Gastric Bypass Package

$5,800

USD · All-inclusive care

— Straightforward pricing

Complete support from arrival to aftercare

  • Pre-op testing and consultation

  • Surgery with Dr. Quiñones’ team

  • 4–5 nights at the surgery center

  • Anesthesia and all medications

  • Ground transportation

  • On-site nutritionist visits

  • Complication insurance

  • Lifetime aftercare and community

Final pricing and the exact length of stay are confirmed by your coordinator based on your medical review and travel plan.

— Ready when you are

A few minutes today can move your health goals forward.

Begin with a brief, no-obligation health questionnaire. A dedicated patient coordinator will contact you to review your options and answer your questions.