If you’ve determined that gastric bypass surgery is your best option for losing excess weight and reclaiming your life, congratulations.
Mona Karlsson – Patient Coordinator
Hi there, my name is Mona and I am very proud to say that I am a Patient Coordinator at Overvekts Operasjoner Riga. I’ve also had a Gastric Bypass with our outstanding Surgeon and am absolutely delighted with the whole experience. I lost my weight and slimmed down to my target weight within the first year! I would like to guide and help you with your special journey based upon my own experience of weight loss surgery.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Mona
Dr. Igors Troickis – Leading Bariatric Surgeon, 25 years experience, over 500 procedures annually
A highly acknowledged surgeon, with 25 years experience in general surgery and over 12 years experience in bariatric surgeries.
Head of Surgery Department at Riga hospital.
The surgeon performs over 500 procedures annually.
Specialities:
· Gastric Bypass, Mini Gastric Bypass
· Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Band removal
· Revisional Bariatric Surgery
| Gastric Balloon | BMI 27+ |
| Gastric Sleeve | BMI 30+ |
| Gastric Bypass | BMI 35+ |
Choose the procedure that suits you best
Weight: Kg | Height: cm |
10 Reasons to choose us
Efficient appointment system
We will endeavour to accommodate your needs when arranging appointments. Our surgeon will review your medical documentation and health questionnaire to assess your suitability for a surgical procedure, we then aim to offer you an acceptance for surgery date within one to two weeks.
A private contemporary surgical centre
Our clinic is designed to emulate the most modern medical institutions in Europe. Hotel style accommodation is offered, with a flat screen television, wifi and air conditioning to ensure a comfortable stay. There is the opportunity for a friend or a member of your family to stay with you in your private room, if necessary.
Extremely experienced surgeons and medical team
Our senior surgeon, who specializes in bariatric surgery, has over ten years experience in this field, and twenty five years experience in general surgery. The medical staff and surgeons have vast experience and knowledge.
Finest quality surgical equipment
The equipment we use is of the highest proven quality, it is supplied by: Storz, Johnson & Johnson, Ethicon and Covidien. We have opened four new operating theatres, which have been designed and equipped to the highest standard.
5 year follow up
We offer a five year follow up programme for patients who have undergone Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass surgery and a one year follow up programme for patients with a Gastric Balloon. Our patient coordinator will be available to answer questions via email or telephone.
Half the price of Norway surgical treatment
With us you get the same (or an even better) service than that of a private clinic in Norway, for half the price. For approximately half the cost, we can offer a similar or a better service than most private clinics in Norway.
English speaking medical personnel
Our doctors, nurses and the other medical personnel speak English fluently.
Twenty four hour care
Medical care, given by doctors and nurses, is available on a twenty four hour basis.
Direct flights from Norway to Riga
There are direct flights from the Norway to Riga (RIX)., Norwegian Air fly from Oslo, Trondheim and Bergen. Wizz Air fly from Sandefjord. Flight connections are also available from the rest of Norway through hub in Oslo.
Surgeon’s liability insurance
A Surgeon’s liability insurance of 30 000 Euro is provided for the bariatric surgeons operating at our clinic.
Bjørn Aarland, Harstad en
Hey! My name is Bjørn Aarland and I am 43 years old. I have struggled with obesity for most of my life.
Grete Nystad, Bogen i Ofoten
Hello. I have tried many diets over the years, but they failed. Kilos pile back on again.
Marian
Having struggled with obesity for years and having tried numerous diets and other measures, I was only getting bigger.
Kine Andresen, Østfold
Life choices, best I have ever made! After many a year of yo yo dieting I realised that I needed a fresh start, and in order to do this I knew I needed help to implement my new lifestyle.
Tone Stabell, Grimstad
Hi everyone, I would like to share my experience of my Gastric Sleeve operation that I had done in Riga.
Ruth Leinan, Kirkenes
My decision to take the plunge and go ahead with weight loss surgery was in March 2017.
Milad Attari, Sandefjord
Hi all, I had my Gastric Bypass surgery at the end of January 2017, weighting in at 120 kgs pre op. I am now down to 76.6 kgs!
Camilla Sletvold, Trondheim
HEY 🙂 I am a 26 year old girl from Trondheim. Throughout my life, I’ve struggled with extra weight/being obese. It’s something that has affected me both physically and psychologically.
Tone O. Steen, Brekstad
Hello guys! I am a 29 year old woman. I have 2 children and a roommate! I’ll try to tell you about my journey into an easier life … So here goes 🙂 I am like, many, many others in this country, really all over the world to be more precise!
June Diseth, Rena
Hello. My name is June Diseth and I am 44 years old. I have 4 children and 4 grandchildren. I have been overweight my whole life and like so many others I have tried all types of diets, from powder to soups.
Katrine Stenshjemmet, Årnes, Nes i Akershus
Hi! I am a 28 year old girl residing in Årnes. I have been trying to lose weight with the help of exercise, food, tablets, powders, shakes, yes, everything for a long time! But to no avail.
Laila Christin Mikkelsen, Sande i Vestfold
My name is Laila Christin Mikkelsen 🙂 I am a lady of 50 years 🙂 I have 4 children and 5 grandchildren 🙂
May-Lisbeth Solheim Hansen, Tjøme
I’ve always struggled with a few too many kilos, but I’ve also exercised a lot, so it has not been a major problem for my health.
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BMI Range
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Category
BMI Range
Very Obese
From 35 and Above
Obese
From 30 to 34.9
Overweight
From 25 to 29.9
Normal
From 18.5 to 24.9
Underweight
From 16 to 18.4
Very Underweight
From 15 and Below
Weight: Kg
Height: cm
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