Costa Ricans seeking top-level bariatric surgery do not have to travel to the USA
butIf you are in San Jose, Costa Rica and have already explored all of the local options for bariatric surgeons and nearby clinics, but want to maximize your chances of success, it is necessary to evaluate other alternatives outside of Costa Rica.
In over 18 years of experience evaluating the results of obesity surgery, we have identified crucial details that are often overlooked by the patient and must be thoroughly studied in order to find the path to surgery with the highest level of safety and effectiveness:
1- The clinic: Choosing a clinic accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), the highest standard in medical safety and quality, is a good measure and in San José, Costa Rica you can find options that meet these requirements, but there is one consideration that deserves special attention.
2- The fundamental factor is the experience of the bariatric surgeon: We have identified that, although certifications are a fundamental requirement, they are not everything. Few patients know that there is a parameter that is more important than certifications: the secret is knowing how to measure the surgeon’s level of experience.
For the patient, a surgeon who has accumulated 1,000 surgeries may seem like an overwhelming number, but we know that it is possible to take it to the next level . There is scientific evidence that shows that the less experienced surgeon is more likely to make a human error and these errors are called complications or, in other words, the most experienced surgeon has very little chance of making mistakes.
From experience we know that the secret to excellent results is choosing a SENIOR bariatric surgeon who has been in practice for over 20 years because he or she has easily performed 8,000 or even 10,000 bariatric procedures. That is the key.
In Colombia, for almost two decades, Guiavital has chosen for our patients only SENIOR surgeons who have performed more than 8,000 procedures and operate in JCI Clinics, exceeding the highest standards of excellence. That is why we can speak of an ULTRA SAFE VIP surgical package designed for international patients who value EXPERIENCE and seek bariatric surgery at a level comparable to that of the United States or Europe.
In the United States, a bariatric package of this level, which includes a JCI- certified clinic and a SENIOR bariatric surgeon with more than 20 years of experience and more than 8,000 patients operated on, could exceed $40,000, whether for a gastric sleeve, a gastric bypass, or even a revisional bariatric surgery.
Ask for advice, get information, schedule up to 6 months in advance, choose your companions and ask how you can separate and freeze the cost of your surgery.
The success of your bariatric surgery does not depend on WHERE you have the surgery, but on WHO performs the surgery…
An article published by The New England Journal of Medicine confirms that bariatric surgery results depend on the surgeon’s technical skill and experience.
A prominent study from The New England Journal of Medicine affirms that the success of bariatric surgery is directly related to the surgeon’s experience and technical skill. See study…
For this reason, it makes sense to conclude that bariatric surgery outcomes depend on the surgeon’s expertise and technical ability, not the country where the procedure is performed. Therefore, patients who choose the most experienced surgeon, whether in the United States Dubai or Colombia, have higher chances of achieving successful results in their bariatric surgery.
In our experience, the success of bariatric surgery is directly influenced by the surgeon’s expertise and technical skill, as supported by a prominent study from The New England Journal of Medicine. This study highlights that outcomes depend on the surgeon’s qualifications rather than the country where the procedure is performed.
With over 20 years of practice and thousands of successful procedures, Guiavital’s SENIOR surgeons meet the highest international standards, ensuring exceptional results for our patients. This confirms that choosing an experienced surgeon is the key factor for achieving success in bariatric surgery, whether performed in the United States, Colombia, or any other country.
This is why we believe that the expertise of a Colombian bariatric surgeon, with more than 20 years of practice, offers the same surgical excellence and international standards, demonstrating that success depends on who performs the surgery, not where it takes place.
Costa Rica Bariatric Pack: A package with the essential requirements to access international level bariatric surgery:
If you are in Costa Rica, a Guiavital surgical package is designed to ensure the highest success rates in bariatric surgery, adhering to the highest global standards of quality and safety. Here’s what it includes:
- JCI Joint Commission International) accredited clinic :
In Colombia, your clinic will be top-level, certified by the Joint Commission International (JCI), on par with the best clinics in the United States, such as the renowned Mayo Clinic.
2. Certified Senior Bariatric Surgeon +20: Includes a SENIOR bariatric surgeon internationally certified by IFSO (International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders) and locally by ACOCIB (Colombian Association of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases). More than 20 years of experience and more than 8,000 bariatric procedures.
This level of experience is synonymous with an immense casuistry and optimal surgical skill, so in Colombia we can ensure a surgical package for our patients from Costa Rica who seek the highest probability of success.
3. Pre-surgical protocol:
We apply a pre-surgical preparation protocol approved by the FDA, with GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) certification. This protocol is designed to: Facilitate a safer post-operative period, Reduce pain, Accelerate the healing process.
4. Ultra Safe Surgical Package: A personalized service designed so that the international patient can forget about the programming and scheduling of the multiple details of their trip. It includes everything necessary for a surgical procedure with the highest level of safety, convenience and comfort.
What is the secret of bariatric surgery with the highest level of success in Costa Rica?
Everything is designed to offer more than just information: we provide personalized attention that can begin up to 6 months in advance . Our team takes care of carefully planning and coordinating every detail, including all necessary reservations, ensuring a smooth and well-organized process from the very beginning.
From the day you decide to trust us until the moment we accompany you to the airport for your happy return home, we are with you every step of the way. This allows Costa Rican patients to focus solely on their health and well-being, while we take care of the rest.
