Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo
Obesity Treatment in Dr. Núñez Santana - Centro de Obesidad
About the clinic
Obesity care at Dr. Núñez Santana – Centro de Obesidad includes medical, endoscopic, and surgical options in Santo Domingo and Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic. The Allurion program may cost around $4,200 in Santo Domingo or $4,400 in Santiago; the initial valuation is free. Dr. Yangel Daniel Núñez Santana is a board-certified bariatric surgeon with over 10 years of experience in weight-loss procedures.
Assessment and planning
Before treatment, the team can assess a patient’s health, nutrition, and readiness for surgery. The clinic holds the Bariátrico Certificado quality designation and offers care through a multidisciplinary team of 7 doctors.
- Initial valuation: A courtesy consultation to discuss treatment options.
- Preoperative checks: Complete examinations, laboratory and diagnostic studies, nutritional assessment, and psychological evaluation.
Non-surgical and endoscopic options
- Allurion Program (ingestible gastric balloon): The balloon is swallowed as a capsule and filled with liquid. Placement takes about 15 minutes, without anesthesia, endoscopy, or surgery. It passes naturally after about 16 weeks. A two-balloon program over 12 months is also available. Monitoring uses a smart scale and health tracker connected to the Allurion app. The program includes multidisciplinary support and an Assurance Plus warranty.
- Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG): An endoscopic device places stitches inside the stomach, reducing its volume by 60–70%. It uses general anesthesia and requires no external cuts. The procedure is outpatient, and recovery includes 5 days of disability.
- Endoscopic Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC): This outpatient procedure narrows an enlarged connection after gastric bypass. It uses general anesthesia; 90% of patients need 2–3 sessions.
- Anti-obesity medications: Injectable and oral options suppress appetite and may be combined with a bariatric procedure or support program.
- Nutritional plans: Guided diet changes and weight-maintenance support are available for patients who do not qualify for surgery.
Surgical options
- Gastric sleeve: The surgeon removes part of the stomach, leaving a 100–125 ml section. The operation uses 5–6 small incisions.
- Gastric bypass: The surgeon creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the small intestine. This changes food digestion and absorption.
- Da Vinci robotic bariatric surgery: A surgeon uses a console and 3D view to perform a sleeve or bypass procedure.
- Revision or conversion surgery: Re-sleeving may be considered after inadequate weight loss or weight regain following prior bariatric surgery.
- Anti-reflux surgery: A fundoplication-style procedure can be performed with bariatric surgery for severe GERD.
The clinic also offers an international patient package with preoperative exams, daily home care, and 5-star hotel arrangements. Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss suitable options.
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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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) | Price on request | |
| Gastric balloon | Price on request | |
| Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) | Price on request | |
| Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass | Price on request | |
| Gastric bypass | Price on request | |
| Gastric band | Price on request | |
| Da Vinci gastroectomy | Price on request | |
| Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery | Price on request | |
| Da Vinci Gastric Bypass Surgery | Price on request | |
| Robotic Sleeve Gastrectomy | Price on request | |
| Robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass | Price on request |
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Dr. Núñez Santana - Centro de Obesidad: more details about the clinic
Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo
Dr. Núñez Santana – Centro de Obesidad is a specialized bariatric center in the Dominican Republic. The facility operates two practice locations: Clínica Abreu in Santo Domingo and HEMA in Santiago. A team of 7 doctors provides complete care for surgical and non-surgical weight loss.
Accreditations and Professional Standing
Dr. Núñez Santana is a Board Certified Weight Loss Surgeon in the Dominican Republic. The practice carries the Bariátrico Certificado designation, confirming its adherence to recognized bariatric standards. The clinic has treated patients from over 50 countries.
Specialties and Weight Loss Procedures
The clinic treats patients with severe obesity and related health conditions. Eligible candidates include those with a BMI of 40 or higher. Patients with a BMI of 35 who have comorbidities like type II diabetes or hypertension also qualify. The team offers several intervention levels:
- Allurion Program: This non-surgical approach uses an ingestible balloon capsule. Patients lose an average of 10–15% of body weight in 16 weeks.
- Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG): This minimally invasive method reduces stomach volume by 60–70%. There are no external incisions.
- Gastric Bypass: This surgical option modifies food absorption and digestion. It provides a long-term solution for significant weight reduction.
- Robotic Bariatric Surgery: Surgeons use robotic assistance for greater precision. This typically results in 10–35% body weight loss within three years.
- Revision Surgery: The clinic performs conversion procedures to address or modify previous bariatric surgeries.
Endoscopic treatments like ESG are outpatient procedures. Recovery is short – typically around 5 days. The center also uses Endoscopic Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) to correct anatomical changes in previous bypass patients.
Medical Technology and Monitoring
Surgeons perform robotic-assisted procedures using the Da Vinci surgical system. This console-based technology allows high-precision movements in complex bariatric cases.
For non-surgical patients, the clinic uses the Allurion Virtual Care Suite. This digital platform connects to tracking devices for real-time monitoring. The medical team follows patient progress throughout the 16-week balloon therapy. During endoscopic sleeve procedures, specialists use a dedicated suturing device and internal cameras to reshape the stomach.
Services for International Patients
The clinic offers a structured medical tourism program. The international package includes complete preoperative examinations and all hospitalization expenses. Patients receive postoperative medication and long-term nutritional planning as part of their recovery care.
International guests have access to preferred arrangements at 5-star hotels. The medical team provides daily home care support to monitor recovery. All patients receive multidisciplinary follow-up, including metabolic control and emotional support to maintain results.
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Patient reviews
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ANGELA GONZÁLEZ
Jun 26, 2026
Excellent care from the doctor and his entire team. I felt supported throughout the whole process of getting the Allurion balloon, with clear explanations and a very human, compassionate treatment. Thank you for your professionalism and dedication. I highly recommend them!
Wendy Imafidon
Dec 3, 2025
I don’t have words to explain the reality of how I feel and how I look with this process—it’s definitely the best decision I could have made, and above all the best decision, especially in the hands of the people I entrusted my process to, with a truly very professional team. First month: almost 20 pounds…. and we’re going for more…..
Estefania Rosario
May 10, 2025
The best doctor I could have chosen: Dr. Nuñez Santana. After several evaluations with different doctors, he was the only one who made me feel safe and who carries out the process using all the standards—most importantly, evaluating all my medical conditions: hypertension, thrombosis, insulin resistance, cortisol, fatty liver, and a few more. It was the best decision I could make, and if I had to do it again, I would. I’m 3 months post-op and I’ve lost 62 pounds. I thank the entire team—they’re always aware and attentive. To Dr. Marcos for his follow-up and for always being attentive to every detail, and to my excellent nutritionist Yarinee, who is always responding to any questions I have and helping me throughout my process. Congratulations to them all, and I recommend them 100%.
Marleny Caraballo
May 8, 2025
I loved the customer service from this team and the follow-up they provide.
My process has been very friendly and I never had any symptoms.
Today I’m completing my first month and I’m already down 13 pounds.
My process has been very friendly and I never had any symptoms.
Today I’m completing my first month and I’m already down 13 pounds.
juan jose matos
Mar 21, 2025
The experience has been good—not just the pounds I’ve lost, but how I feel overall. EXCELLENT treatment from the team of Dr. Nunez Santana!!!
Jeannette Ellis
Feb 14, 2025
Great experience. Dr. Nuñez Santana and his team are highly qualified people who follow up with their patients from start to finish, until the patient can achieve their goal.
Lendy Alvarez Tiin Tiin Learning Program
Feb 7, 2025
I had the gastric balloon procedure. The doctor was very patient and kind throughout the placement process. Like with any procedure, you feel strange, but if you follow it correctly, the symptoms decrease. In my case, by day 8 after the placement, very noticeable changes could be seen, and I’m happy with my results.
Maggie V.
Dec 29, 2024
I’m doing very well!! I had the Alurion balloon placed on October 18 and I’ve already lost more than 15 pounds!! Let’s go for another 15 to 20 more, and I still have 3 months!! Today, December 29, I’m at 25 pounds... there’s less and less to go.
Medical Solution Review
Jul 17, 2024
Super experience, I loved everything—the work at Aquino, both Dr. Núñez and the hospital staff. Highly recommended.
Indiana Noesi
Jun 21, 2024
Hi, I’ve been two years since my gastric sleeve surgery. I’m happy and grateful because I’ve regained my health. I’ve achieved things that I was supposedly not able to due to my obesity, and I’ve lost 50% of the weight I started with (-170 pounds). I thank God for Dr. Nuñez, who, through his team/program, helped me get through this step and gave it my all to achieve a new opportunity at life, with quality.
clinic Abreu, Suite 106, Calle Arzobispo Portes # 853, Gazcue, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (also listed: HEMA, Santiago)
updated 11/1/2026
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