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Gastric bypass in Ponderas Academic Hospital

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Highest-Rated Clinic for Gastric bypass
Highest-Rated Clinic for Gastric bypass
5 patients
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98% Patients
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About the clinic

Gastric bypass surgery at Ponderas Academic Hospital in Bucharest, Romania costs around 15,120 EUR. The hospital holds 10 international accreditations including JCI and SRC Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence. The procedure is performed laparoscopically by Dr. Ionut Hutopila, who has 20 years of experience and completed over 900 successful bariatric surgeries.

About the Procedure

Gastric bypass helps patients with obesity by reducing stomach size and rerouting digestion. The laparoscopic method uses small incisions for faster recovery. Patients typically stay 2 nights in the hospital after surgery.

What's Included

  • Laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery with general anesthesia
  • 2 nights hospitalization with ICU monitoring
  • Complete pre-op tests including lab work, ultrasound, and endoscopy
  • Post-op medications and medical care
  • Psychological evaluation and nutritional guidance

Doctor's Expertise

Dr. Hutopila specializes in bariatric surgery and holds memberships in IFSO and EAES. His 20 years of experience include performing 900+ weight loss procedures. The hospital's SRC accreditation confirms its high surgical standards.

Preparation and Recovery

Patients arrive one day before surgery for comprehensive testing. The package includes all necessary pre-op evaluations. Most patients need about 6 days total in Romania for the procedure and initial recovery.

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Highlights

2010 Year of foundation
218 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Gastric bypass
150000 patients per year
Most Popular Clinic for Gastric bypass

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Special offers

Weight Loss Surgery
Gastric bypass
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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 $10925.97
Stomach resection Price on request
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Price on request
Gastroectomy Price on request
Da Vinci gastroectomy Price on request
Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery Price on request

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Licences

Ministry of Health operating permit for Ponderas Academic Hospital, Bucharest, Romania, 2024

hospital accreditations of quality

Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
US, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Joint Commission International  certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Joint Commission International
US, Joint Commission International certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Surgical Review Corporation  certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Surgical Review Corporation
US, Surgical Review Corporation certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence
US, Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence
US, Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital

Ponderas Academic Hospital: more details about the clinic

Romania, Bucharest
Additional services
Language assistance
Available
free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
Requirements for admission
Payment methods
Cash
Credit cards
What procedures do patients have most often?
The most common procedures in the hospital are:
  • Gastric bypass

Patient reviews

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5 Google reviews

Lydia

Jul 14, 2025
A and E is down to the right of the main entrance. Be careful of the long drilled hole in the ground, if you aren't looking where you're going you could injure yourself. Quick, professional, calm and cheerful service by lovely staff. Hardly any wait to see a doctor when I attended about 8.30am, even though she had emergencies before and after. She said she ran from the emergency to check my wound. Option to have crutches, 100 lei per crutch. Wound care cost 100 lei and getting it checked by a doctor cost 460 lei. They may automatically book you for an X ray, so make sure you tell them if you don't want that. Also they may use antibiotic cream, it was itchy so I washed it off. Antibiotic cream can cause sensitivity and resistance. I said that my leg was itchy and the nurse said that's normal with a wound, but it wasn't for me. As soon as I washed the antibiotic cream off it was fine. The wound was not infected, so I didn't need it. They don't tell you what things are so you will need to ask if you want to know. Don't lock the toilet, I had to be relaased from outside! The visit was done in an hour. The doctors speak English, the nurses don't.

Andreea Prajescu

Jul 31, 2025
I had a very good experience at this hospital. The medical staff were knowledgeable, compassionate, and attentive from start to finish. The facilities were clean and well-organized, and I felt cared for every step of the way. Nurses and doctors took the time to explain everything clearly, and I never felt rushed. I’m truly grateful for the high standard of care I received—thank you to the entire team!

Silviu Baicu

May 17, 2025
I just got out of the hospital yesterday. I was there for a torn ACL surgery and I cannot stress enough how helpful, professional and empathetic everybody involved was. The surgery went amazing and the quality of care is top notch. I am deeply thankful to the surgeon, recovery doctor, nurses and everybody else involved. Although I there for only 3 days I never felt ignored and the patience and kindness of the people I interacted with confirmed the fact that I made the right decision to have my surgery there. The food wasn't bad either!

Dan Firac

Jul 10, 2025
I was hospitalized for two days for a septoplasty surgery. It was my first ever surgery intervention and all I can say is that the personel atitude and professionalism made it an excellent experience. Last but not least I want to mention Prof Dr Manea Claudiu and his team who gained my trust into performing the surgery with both thorough and easy to understand explanations and also with his positive and friendly atitude. His promises to make me breathe better were fullfilled and I am gratefull for his outstanding help and support. Therefore I highly recommend this hospital as they really organize and strive for an excelent patient experience. Finaly I am glad that we have in Romania such a well organized and professional hospital. Thank you and keep up the same quality!

Alexandru Popescu

Aug 24, 2025
High-quality medical services and facilities.

Str. Nicolae Caramfil 85A, sector 1, Bucuresti, Romania

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