Obesity Treatment in PyraMedicine

Obesity treatment at PyraMedicine in Cairo and Alexandria, Egypt, combines bariatric surgery with medical weight loss managed by internationally trained specialists. Options range from endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) for around $3,000–$4,000 to robotic Da Vinci gastric bypass costing around $4,800–$6,000. The clinic holds GHR accreditation and features specialists with fellowships from the UK, USA, Germany, and France.

Bariatric surgery and techniques

Weight loss procedures are led by Dr. Tamer Abdelbaki, a consultant of weight loss surgery and Professor of General Surgery at Alexandria University. Dr. Tamer Abdelbaki is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons (UK) and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO). Dr. Tamer Abdelbaki is also the inventor of the Bikini Sleeve technique, which hides incisions below the bikini line to minimize visible scarring.

• Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG). This minimally invasive procedure uses sutures to reduce stomach size without incisions. It costs around $3,000–$4,000.
• Gastric sleeve surgery. Also known as sleeve gastrectomy, this surgery removes about 80% of the stomach to alter hunger hormones. The price typically runs $4,200–$6,000.
• Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y). This method creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the small intestine. It is often used to treat diabetes and may cost around $4,800–$6,000.
• Da Vinci gastric bypass surgery. The clinic uses the Da Vinci robotic system for enhanced precision during the bypass procedure. This option is around $4,800–$6,000.
• Gastric band. A laparoscopic adjustable band is placed around the upper stomach. This reversible treatment costs around $3,500–$4,500.

Non-surgical and medical options

For patients seeking alternatives to surgery, the clinic provides pharmacological therapies and temporary endoscopic devices. These methods focus on appetite reduction and hormonal optimization. The medical team offers nutritional guidance to support long-term weight management after these treatments.

• Medical weight loss. Doctors prescribe GLP-1 agonist injections, such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, for pharmacological weight control.
• Gastric balloon. A balloon is placed in the stomach temporarily during an outpatient visit to help patients feel full faster.
• Mini gastric bypass. This is a simplified version of the traditional bypass that shortens the hospital stay to 1–3 nights.
• Revision bariatric surgery. Surgeons perform this procedure to correct complications or address insufficient weight loss from a previous surgery.

Treatment inclusions

Surgical packages at the clinic are designed to cover the essential medical steps of the weight loss journey. While prices are significantly lower than in Western countries, the clinic uses ISO-accredited laboratories for all medical testing.

• Surgery fees. Covers the surgeon and medical team.
• Hospital stay. Includes 1 to 3 nights in the facility depending on the procedure.
• Anesthesia. Full coverage for the sedation required during surgery.
• Pre-operative tests. Diagnostic screenings required before the procedure starts.

You can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss these weight loss options with the medical team at PyraMedicine.