Bariatric and weight loss service

A comprehensive bariatric service offering surgical and non-surgical options for safe, sustainable weight loss. 

What is bariatric treatment?

At Cromwell Hospital, we know that following a diet or exercise regime isn’t always an effective or long-term method for losing weight and keeping it off.   

We offer a range of different expert-led bariatric options to support patients to lose weight safely and improve your quality of life.  

Our team of specialists provide multidisciplinary support, including lifestyle, pharmaceutical, endoscopic, and surgical options for weight loss.  

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‘The whole process from start to finish with Mr Ahmed was amazing. He made me feel 100 per cent comfortable and confident in all my decision making. I managed to lose over 50 per cent of my body weight, I have zero scars from the surgery and he has completely changed my life and outlook towards food.' 

Georgia Platts, patient

Bariatric surgery and treatments

If you are looking to lose weight, our consultant bariatric surgeons will discuss your options with you and let you know what treatment is right for you.  

We offer several treatments, including non-surgical bariatric treatments, and weight loss surgery. All bariatric procedures are carried out using keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery as well as robotic surgery. 

Allurion Balloon

The Allurion Balloon is a swallowable gastric balloon that requires no surgery, endoscopy, or anaesthesia. When the balloon is swallowed and placed correctly in your gut, it helps to reduce your food intake by taking up space in the stomach and preventing you from feeling hungry.

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Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)

An endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty is an innovative non-surgical bariatric procedure performed with the aid of an endoscopic suturing device to reduce the size of the stomach to help patients to lose weight.

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Gastric bypass

Gastric bypass surgery involves reducing the size of your stomach and bypassing your lower stomach and part of your intestine. This makes you feel fuller and suppresses your appetite.

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Gastric banding

A gastric band is an inflatable silicone band, which is placed around the top of your stomach. It works by slowing down how quickly food moves into your stomach, making you feel full earlier.

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Sleeve gastrectomy

A sleeve gastrectomy is a form of bariatric of bariatric surgery, which involves removing most of the stomach and converting the rest into a long thin tube. This restricts the amount of food you can eat, and means you feel fuller sooner.

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Orbera gastric balloon

The Orbera gastric balloon is one of the most widely used non-surgical approaches for helping people to lose weight.

The gastric balloon is passed through your throat and placed in your stomach during a quick, non-surgical procedure – meaning no incisions, stitches or scars.

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Why choose us for bariatric treatments?

At Cromwell Hospital, you can expect exceptional care from our dedicated weight management team who are:

  • consultant bariatric surgeons, who are experts in their field
  • psychiatrists and psychologists who specialise in treatment for obesity
  • dieticians to help you before and after surgery
  • specialist bariatric anaesthetists

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Our specialist bariatric consultants

Our bariatric consultants, who are led by Mr Ahmed Ahmed, are experts in their field and have a wealth of surgical experience. They are supported by a specialist bariatric anaesthetist.

Mr Ahmed Ahmed

/ Consultant GI and Bariatric Surgeon

General surgery, Upper GI surgery

Clinical interests: Laparoscopic surgery - biliary and hernias, oesophagogastric, bariatric surgery, minimally invasive surgery

Languages spoken: English/French/Urdu

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Mr Ali Alhamdani

/ Consultant General Surgeon

General surgery, Upper GI surgery

Clinical interests: Management of obese patients. Obesity Surgery. Weight Loss Surgery. Bariatric Surgery

Languages spoken: Arabic/English

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Dr Devinder Bansi

/ Consultant Gastroenterologist

Gastroenterology

Clinical interests: Endoscopy, dyspepsia, inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, bowel cancer screening

Languages spoken: English/Hindi/Punjabi/Urdu

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