Gastric bypass in Nemocnice Na Homolce
About the clinic
Gastric bypass surgery at Nemocnice Na Homolce in Prague, Czech Republic offers advanced robotic and minimally invasive techniques. The procedure is performed by Dr. Jaroslav Tvarůžek, a pioneer in robotic surgery with 18 years of experience and over 4,000 procedures completed. The JCI-accredited state hospital provides comprehensive pre- and post-operative care with 24-hour medical supervision.
About the Procedure
Gastric bypass helps patients with severe obesity lose weight by reducing stomach size. The surgery at this clinic uses two approaches:
- Robotic-assisted with da Vinci Xi system for precision
- Laparoscopic minimally invasive method with small incisions
Both techniques minimize scarring and speed up recovery compared to traditional open surgery.
Medical Expertise
Dr. Jaroslav Tvarůžek leads the surgical team with unique qualifications:
- Certified robotic surgery specialist since 2009
- Pioneer of robotic surgery in Czech Republic
- Featured on Intuitive Surgical's specialist portal
His 18-year career includes specializations in obesity surgery and minimally invasive techniques.
Hospital Care
Patients typically stay 5-6 days with 24-hour medical monitoring. Complex cases may require up to 14 days. The program includes:
- Preoperative consultations and examinations
- Daily doctor visits during recovery
- Final health check before discharge
The state-owned hospital combines government healthcare standards with JCI international accreditation. Its central Prague location offers convenience for international patients. Contact the clinic for personalized information about gastric bypass treatment.
Highlights
Get a free consultation

Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) | Price on request | |
| Stomach resection | Price on request | |
| Gastric bypass | Price on request | |
| Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery | Price on request |
How are we doing?
Nemocnice Na Homolce : more details about the clinic
Na Homolce Hospital is a managed and financed by the Czech Republic Ministry of Health. The governmental support ensures hospital with the latest equipment and technologies. For instance, Da Vinci Xi robot of the new generation is one of the most recent updating.
The Hospital has a JCI (Joint Commission International) Accreditation. It guarantees patients receive medical help under the international principles.
Per year, medical teams provide:
- over 14,450 surgeries
- approx. 20,520 hospitalizations
- over 1,210,660 examinations.
The Hospital has 34 departments. The key specialties of the clinic are:
Cardiovascular program (Nemocnice Na Homolce is the first clinic where cardiac surgeons have provided heart chamber ventricular operation by a hybrid method, invented new method of high blood pressure treatment, etc.)
Neuroprogram (neurosurgical, neurological services, neck and head surgery). Na Homolce was the 1st in the world provided a wireless pacemaker implantation.
Diagnostic program has own 5 subdivisions and own laboratory. Modern equipment allows performing all types of tests, including CT, MRI, angiography, sonography, hematological, immunological, genetic and microbiological and other examinations.
Nemocnice Na Homolce receives adult and pediatric patients from the Czech Republic and abroad.
Additional services
Patient reviews
Jolana Svěráková Fišerová
Martina Eva Šafránkovi
Iva Herinkova
Lávičková Věra
Hynek Brož
Zemanova Eva
Franta Hodek
Ája Šámal
Karel Podráský
Roentgenova 37/2, 150 30 Praha 5, Czechia
Get a free consultation

How it works:
- We find a medical coordinator familiar with the matter
- You get a personal offer with a step-by-step guide and the cost estimate
- We arrange your travel including appointment scheduling and flights booking
- You arrive at the hospital, we support you 24/7



