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What is obesity and how is it defined?
Obesity is a complex health condition which happens due accumulation of excess body fat. It can be caused by genetics, unhealthy lifestyle or chronic diseases. If you consume more calories than you burn, your body will store these calories as fat and you will put on weight.

Who is an ideal candidate for bariatric surgery?
Surgery is an option for those candidates who have BMI index higher than 35 and are not able to achieve a healthy weight by non-surgical treatment. Evaluation by appropriate obesity expert should be very decisive element as well.

What is body mass index (BMI)?
BMI is a way medical community measure if you are in optimal weight for your height. It is defined as the individual's body weight divided by the square of your height.

Why should we choose obesity treatment from Medical Travel? What is your added value compared to competition?
Our company is proud to be in close collaboration with the most recognized clinic in Czech Republic. We offer educated and internationally experienced specialists with kind approach. You will save your money as our services are very affordable and as a bonus you will visit one of the most magical cities in the world. Our company offers no waiting lists for all procedures and 24 hour assistance in Prague. We will be your guides from the first moment you enter Czech Republic and do our best to satisfy all your demands.

How long would I need to be in Prague for?
You need to stay at our clinic for 1 – 5 days depending on procedure.

What additional costs would / could be incurred?
You will have to pay for ticket to Prague and accommodation. Of course we will help you arrange all you need to feel comfortable. There is also payment 120 EUR per night if you need to stay there as well.

How much pain is involved in bariatric surgery?
Our doctor will order medications to help reduce any discomfort you may experience after surgery. Common symptoms include incision pain and nausea. 

Will bariatric surgery leave a scar?
Surgery is done laparoscopically which results in less scarring, and the recovery is quicker than the traditional method.

When can I return to work and when can I resume regular exercise?
The length of time varies depending on the procedure performed. Total duration of sick leave is 2 – 4 weeks, which is also the period that sports activities and physical strain should be avoided for.

Who deals with the logistics of flights and accommodation?
Our staff will take care of all logistics.

What are the risks that we need to be aware of?
Bariatric surgery procedures come with the possibility of quite small complications. The post-operative risks include infections, food intolerances, bleeding, vomiting or hernia.