Modern exterior of Maria Cecilia Hospital with white facade and landscaped entrance

CT scan room with Siemens equipment at Maria Cecilia Hospital, Italy

Radiotherapy room with advanced linear accelerator at Maria Cecilia Hospital

Patient room at Maria Cecilia Hospital with modern furnishings and natural light

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Italy, Bologna

Obesity treatment at Maria Cecilia Hospital

3 patients

chose clinic for Weight Loss Surgery

About the clinic

Gastric bypass surgery at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Bologna, Italy, costs between €13,000 and €14,000. This procedure helps patients achieve significant weight loss with the expertise of an experienced surgeon and the safety of a JCI-accredited facility. The hospital uses minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.

Gastric bypass is a surgical procedure that helps with weight loss. It changes how your stomach and small intestine work. This limits how much food you can eat and how many nutrients your body absorbs. It’s a good option for people with serious weight-related health problems.

Why Choose Maria Cecilia Hospital?

Maria Cecilia Hospital is a trusted medical center. It holds accreditation from the Joint Commission International (JCI). This means it meets high standards for patient care and safety. The hospital is located in Bologna, Italy. It offers modern facilities and a comfortable environment.

Meet Your Surgeon: Ismail Ayman

Your surgery will be performed by Ismail Ayman, a skilled gastrointestinal surgeon. He has over 20 years of experience. He specializes in gastric bypass and other weight loss procedures. Dr. Ayman is a member of both the Italian Society of Obesity Surgery (SICOB) and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO). This shows his dedication to the latest advancements in bariatric surgery.

What’s Included in the Package?

The gastric bypass package at Maria Cecilia Hospital includes:

Hospitalization
Medical and nursing care
Ward and operating room materials
Surgical team’s fees

Please note that transport costs are not included in the package price.

The surgical technique used is minimally invasive. This results in smaller incisions, less pain, and a faster recovery time. The hospital focuses on providing excellent care throughout your entire journey. From initial consultation to post-operative follow-up, their team will support you.

If you are considering gastric bypass surgery, Maria Cecilia Hospital offers a safe and effective solution. Contact us today to learn more and discuss your options.

Highlights

1973 Year of foundation

200 doctors

9000 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
Gastric bypass	$17504
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)	$16410
Stomach resection	Price on request
Gastric band	Price on request
Gastric balloon	Price on request
Metabolic surgery	Price on request
Gastroectomy	Price on request

Clinic Doctors

Colorectal surgeon

Antonio Braun

Colorectal surgeon, Surgical oncologist, Gastrointestinal surgeon, General surgeon

Experience 26 years

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Licences

Operating authorization for Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, issued by Comune di Cotignola, 2015

hospital accreditations of quality

Joint Commission International

US, Joint Commission International certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital

Patient choice in Orthopaedics

UA, Patient choice in Orthopaedics certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital

Patient choice for Check-up

UA, Patient choice for Check-up certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital

Patient choice in Neurosurgery

UA, Patient choice in Neurosurgery certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital

Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence

US, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Maria Cecilia Hospital

Patient reviews

Google 4.2

5 Google reviews

Rac 121

Nov 26, 2019

We had a small emergency while on holiday and went to Maria Cecilia and despite rather unpleasant experiences in other countries as tourists on hospitals, here the process through checks examination and treatment was very smooth. The staff are very helpful, nice and caring. Thank you so much

Nicola Montingelli

Dec 7, 2018

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Diego Capomagi

Aug 20, 2025

I went for a heart MRI, state-of-the-art equipment and a brand-new facility. The staff was knowledgeable. My only negative: a nurse managed to make me more nervous before the exam than I already was... but thanks to the intervention of the technician Filippo (who quickly noticed the situation), I calmed down. Thanks to him, I felt at ease throughout the entire scan and was able to finish the exam. He is truly a very patient, calm, and helpful person. I'm not exaggerating when I say that I was able to finish the MRI (despite suffering from panic attacks) thanks to him. A cutting-edge hospital; based on my experience, I recommend it.

elena magnaschi

Oct 10, 2025

Unfortunately, I'm forced to give it only one star. Certainly not for the medical aspect, where true professionals are present, but for the nursing and patient care aspects, the facility is truly lacking. Suffice it to say that my sister had to personally take care of my 92-year-old disabled mother's pre-surgery shower! Not to mention the administration of medication, which was left almost entirely up to the relative! I'd say it's a truly disheartening situation. One positive note is that my mother was able to use a single room with a companion. It's a shame...as always, places are made by the people who work there.

Andrea Frassineti

Sep 27, 2025

Through Uni Salute (the facility they recommended), I called to book a cardiovascular prevention package that includes a stress test, various visits, and blood tests. They told me that the stress test is currently unavailable and that I should call back every week and try my luck if a space becomes available, or send the request via their website by email, which will then give me a date. So I proceeded in this way. The next day, they called me saying they don't offer the stress test and to contact another facility! Uni Salute told me they have agreements for these services and that they should give me an appointment! In short, this facility was renowned for its efficiency, even though lately I haven't heard such good things about it. After my experience, I'm unlikely to recommend it either.