🕐 Last updated: June 2026✔️ Medically reviewed by Dr. Mani Habibi, IFSO Member Key Takeaways Total NHS waiting time from GP referral to bariatric surgery: 22–34 months on average. NHS eligibility: BMI 40+, or BMI 35+ with a significant obesity-related condition (NICE CG189). A mandatory 6–12 month Tier 3 weight management programme is required before … Read more
Weight Loss Surgery
🕐 Last updated: June 2026✔️ Medically reviewed by Dr. Mani Habibi, IFSO Member Key Takeaways Gastric sleeve removes 75–80% of the stomach; gastric bypass creates a small pouch and reroutes the intestine. Both are performed laparoscopically. Bypass typically achieves 60–80% excess weight loss; sleeve achieves 50–70% — both within 12–18 months. Bypass is preferred for … Read more
