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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass in Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik

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About the clinic

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass at the clinic of Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik in Cairo, Egypt, helps patients achieve significant weight loss through a specialized digestive rerouting. The procedure combines a reduced stomach size with altered digestion to help patients lose 70% to 80% of their excess weight within the first year. This method is particularly effective for metabolic health, as about 80% of type 2 diabetes cases show improvement or complete resolution after the surgery.

Advanced Laparoscopic Technique

The surgery uses a laparoscopic approach to make the recovery process smoother. Instead of a large opening, the surgeon makes five small incisions to perform the operation. This technique helps reduce physical discomfort after the procedure and allows for a faster return to daily activities. The surgery takes between two and three hours to complete under general anesthesia. During the process, the surgeon creates a small stomach pouch, roughly 15-30 cc in size, which limits the amount of food a person can eat at one time.

Recovery and Hospital Stay

Patients typically stay in the hospital for one or two nights for monitoring. This short stay helps the medical team track the initial healing phase before the patient goes home. Most people reach full recovery in about two weeks. Because the procedure changes how the body absorbs nutrients, the clinic provides a long-term follow-up program. This includes medical monitoring and nutritional guidance to help patients maintain their results and stay healthy.

Expertise and Locations

Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik is a member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO). He also holds membership in the Egyptian Society of Obesity Surgery. His practice operates in four different cities, with clinics in Cairo (Maadi and Dokki), Zagazig, and Alexandria. This network makes it easier for patients across the region to access specialized weight loss care. To learn more about treatment options, you may leave a request on Bookimed.

Highlights

2015 Year of foundation
1 doctors
500 patients per year

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Treatments prices in the clinic

Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Weight Loss Surgery
treatment Price
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass $3000 - $4000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Price on request
Gastric bypass Price on request
Post-bariatric plastic surgery Price on request
Metabolic surgery Price on request
Mini Gastric Bypass Price on request

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Licences

Egyptian Medical Syndicate license for Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik, Egypt, 2020

hospital accreditation of quality

Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
US, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik

Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik: more details about the clinic

Egypt, Cairo

Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik runs a multi-location surgical practice in Egypt. The clinic has four branches across Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and Sharqia. Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik founded the practice and serves as primary consultant. He specializes in bariatric surgery and laparoscopic techniques. These services help patients manage obesity and related chronic diseases.

Safety Records and Patient Statistics

The practice has over 10 years of experience in metabolic and plastic surgery. Dr. Mohamed Abdullah Tawfik has performed over 5,000 successful procedures, and the clinic reports a 98% patient satisfaction rate. Operations follow international safety protocols. This includes devices with FDA international approval and local Egyptian registration.

Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery

Bariatric procedures reduce stomach volume and trigger metabolic changes that improve health. Surgeons use laparoscopic methods for several types of weight-loss surgery:

  • Sleeve Gastrectomy: Removes 75% of the stomach to limit food intake. Triggers 60–70% weight loss.
  • Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y): Reroutes the digestive tract to reduce calorie absorption and improve type 2 diabetes.
  • SASI (Single Anastomosis Sleeve Ileum): Combines sleeve benefits with bypass logic for metabolic control.
  • Gastric Plication: A reversible method that folds the stomach wall without removing tissue.
  • Sleeve Revision: Corrective surgery for patients who need adjustments after a previous operation.

Patients typically stay one to two days after gastric bypass. Full recovery for complex cases takes about two weeks. The clinic offers lifelong follow-up programs, including nutritional guidance and ongoing medical monitoring.

Precision Safety Protocols

The clinic follows a structured safety-first approach during every operation. Surgeons perform a blue dye leakage test before patients leave the operating room. This confirms all surgical connections are secure and reduces complications. The team also reinforces the stapling line in all sleeve-related procedures. These steps are standard across all four branches.

Male Breast Contouring and Plastic Surgery

Body contouring addresses aesthetic concerns after major weight loss or for specific conditions. The clinic has performed over 5,000 successful gynecomastia operations. This procedure removes excess glandular tissue and fat to create a masculine chest contour. Specialists use a small-incision approach that combines gland excision with VASER-based fat removal.

After gynecomastia surgery, patients wear a compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks. This helps skin adhere to new contours and reduces swelling. Other options include abdominoplasty to remove excess skin. Doctors often recommend these procedures once patients reach their target weight after bariatric surgery.

Specialized Equipment and Technology

The clinic uses specific technologies to improve surgical accuracy and patient comfort. Key equipment includes:

  • EasySurge stapler system: FDA-approved devices for precise stapling in sleeve and bypass procedures.
  • VASER 2025: Ultrasonic technology for gentle fat removal during body contouring.
  • LigaSure: An American-made vessel-sealing device for cutting and connecting blood vessels.
  • Advanced Endoscopic Technology: Used for laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair and weight-loss surgeries.
  • TAP Block: A regional pain control technique that reduces the need for opioids after surgery.

This pain management approach helps patients move sooner during early recovery. Modern laparoscopic tools allow surgery through small openings – hiatal hernia repair uses just four ports. This reduces scarring, so patients typically recover fully within one week.

Support for International Patients

The clinic offers support designed for patients traveling from other regions. Staff provide instant messaging for post-operative questions. A free medical check-up seven days after surgery confirms healing progress. These services help patients manage recovery once they return home.

Additional services
Language assistance
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free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

70 l ElNasr St, Al Basatin Al Gharbeyah, Maadi, Cairo Governorate 4234202, Egypt

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updated 8/16/2026

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