# Bariatric Surgery Malaysia - Full Documentation > Comprehensive bariatric, metabolic, and advanced laparoscopic surgical care in Malaysia, led by expert bariatric surgeons like Dr. Navin Mann. Dedicated to safe, effective, and long-term weight loss solutions, medical weight management, and related gastrointestinal procedures. ## About Bariatric Surgery Malaysia Bariatric Surgery Malaysia is a premier surgical center focused on metabolic and weight loss surgery, advanced laparoscopy, and comprehensive patient care. Led by experienced specialists such as Dr. Navin Mann, the practice offers holistic pre-operative evaluation, state-of-the-art surgical execution, and long-term multi-disciplinary post-operative support including dietitians, behavioral coaches, and medical weight management. --- ## Core Medical & Surgical Services ### 1. Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve) - **URL**: https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/sleeve-gastrectomy/ - **Overview**: A restrictive bariatric procedure where approximately 75% to 80% of the stomach is laparoscopically removed, creating a sleeve- or banana-shaped tube. - **Mechanisms**: - Restricts food volume capacity, ensuring earlier and prolonged satiety. - Significantly reduces ghrelin (the primary hunger hormone) production, lowering appetite post-operatively. - **Ideal Candidates**: Patients with a BMI $\ge 35\text{ kg/m}^2$, or BMI $\ge 30\text{ kg/m}^2$ with obesity-related comorbidities (e.g., Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea). ### 2. One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB) / Mini Gastric Bypass - **URL**: https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/oagb-one-anastomosis-gastric-bypass/ - **Overview**: A powerful metabolic and bariatric procedure combining a restrictive long gastric pouch with a single loop gastrojejunostomy (malabsorptive component). - **Mechanisms**: - Restricts the amount of food the stomach can hold. - Bypasses a length of the upper small intestine (jejunum), reducing caloric and nutrient absorption. - Promotes rapid, significant improvement and long-term remission of Type 2 Diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome. ### 3. Sleeve Plus Surgery - **URL**: https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/sleeve-plus-surgery/ - **Overview**: An advanced, tailored bariatric intervention that builds upon a standard sleeve gastrectomy by incorporating secondary metabolic adjustments or complementary procedures for complex cases or specialized metabolic goals. ### 4. Revisional Bariatric Surgery - **URL**: https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/revisional-bariatric-surgery/ - **Overview**: Corrective, revisionary, or conversion surgeries intended for patients who have experienced insufficient initial weight loss, significant weight regain, or chronic complications (such as severe acid reflux or pouch dilation) following a prior bariatric operation (e.g., gastric band, prior sleeve, or bypass). ### 5. Intragastric Balloon - **URL**: https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/intragastric-balloon/ - **Overview**: A non-surgical, temporary weight loss procedure where a medical-grade silicone balloon is placed endoscopically into the stomach and filled with saline. - **Mechanisms**: Occupies space inside the stomach to induce early satiety and portion control. Typically maintained for 6 months alongside intensive lifestyle coaching. ### 6. Medical Weight Management & Anti-Obesity Medication - **URLs**: - https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/medical-weight-management/ - https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/anti-obesity-medication/ - **Overview**: Physician-supervised programs designed for individuals seeking non-surgical weight loss or medical optimization. Integrates personalized dietary planning, structured physical activity, behavioral therapy, and evidence-based anti-obesity pharmacotherapy (such as GLP-1 receptor agonists and other approved appetite-suppressing agents). --- ## General Surgery & Diagnostic Endoscopy ### 1. Gallbladder Surgery (Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy) - **URL**: https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/gallbladder-surgery/ - **Overview**: Minimally invasive surgical removal of the gallbladder for symptomatic gallstones, acute cholecystitis, biliary colic, or gallbladder dyskinesia performed via small keyhole incisions. ### 2. Hernia Surgery (Laparoscopic Hernia Repair) - **URL**: https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/hernia-surgery/ - **Overview**: Advanced tension-free laparoscopic repair (TAPP / TEP) for inguinal, umbilical, incisional, and ventral hernias utilizing specialized surgical mesh for optimal structural reinforcement and rapid recovery. ### 3. Diagnostic Upper GI Endoscopy (OGDS) & Colonoscopy - **URLs**: - https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/endoscopy/ - https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/services/colonoscopy/ - **Overview**: Diagnostic endoscopic evaluations of the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, duodenum) and lower gastrointestinal tract (colon and rectum) for cancer screening, polyp detection, bleeding evaluation, and dyspepsia workup. --- ## Medical Team & Philosophy - **Lead Surgeon**: Dr. Navin Mann ([Profile](https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/doctors/dr-navin-mann-profile/)) - **Philosophy**: Patient safety, holistic multi-disciplinary pre- and post-operative education, evidence-based surgical protocols, and long-term metabolic health restoration. - **Directory**: [Doctors Directory](https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/doctors/) --- ## Interactive Tools & Resources - **Calorie Calculator**: [Kalkulator Kira Kalori](https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/kalkulator-kira-kalori/) - Interactive web utility to calculate basal metabolic rate (BMR) and total daily energy expenditure (TDEE). - **Educational Hub**: [Blog](https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/blogs/) - Regular articles covering diet stages after bariatric surgery, vitamin supplementation, pregnancy post-weight loss, and myth-busting about weight loss surgery. - **Contact & Consultations**: [Contact Us](https://bariatricsurgerymalaysia.com/contact/) for appointment scheduling and clinic locations across Malaysia.