Comprehensive Aftercare
Transform Aftercare: Complete care for a healthier, happier you.
Why is aftercare so important after bariatric surgery?
Weight loss aftercare is crucial as it ensures not only the initial success of losing weight but also provides the support and guidance necessary for maintaining the achieved weight loss in the long term.
Transform Aftercare: Lifelong Support
At Transform, we are with you every step of the way, from your first enquiry to post-surgery support and beyond.
Our world-class surgeons excel at performing weight loss surgeries like bypass and sleeve procedures, delivering remarkable results.
However, to achieve the best outcomes, the aftercare you receive is just as crucial as the surgery itself. Transform offers top-notch support throughout your weight loss journey.
5-year surgical cover
2-year access to our dietetics and nutrition advisers.
2-year access to our psychotherapist as needed.
2-year access to our clinical nurse.
Free 1-month gym membership with personal trainer sessions.
Transform toolkit: Includes weighing scales, a tape measure, and a Transform plate.
B12 injections available at cost.
Lifelong access to our weight loss support call center.
Lifelong free subscription to our Transform Weight Loss Hub.
Transform Exclusive After-care Package for Gastric Band Procedures
Our gastric band surgery can help you achieve significant weight loss, but proper aftercare is essential to maximise your results.
Transform offers comprehensive support throughout your weight loss journey.
- 1-year surgical cover
- 1 year of free band fill appointments.
- up to 2 years access to our nutrition and dietetic advisors
- 2 free of charge psychotherapy appointments as clinically indicated
- up to 2-year access to our clinical nurse.
- Free 1-month gym membership with personal trainer session.
- Transform Toolkit which includes a portion plate and bowl
- B12 injections available at cost.
- Lifelong access to our weight loss support call center.
- up to 2 years access to our closed Facebook group – our friendly, supportive online community
At Transform, our support extends from your initial consultation through your surgery and well into your recovery.
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Watch Rebecca's incredible weight loss journey and transformation and see how she now feels after her surgery.
Transform Exclusive After-care Package for Gastric Balloon Procedures
Our gastric balloon procedure can help you lose weight effectively, and proper aftercare is vital for the best results. Transform offers extensive support throughout your weight loss journey.
At Transform, we are dedicated to supporting you from your first enquiry through your surgery and ongoing care.
Full 16-week surgical cover during the balloon placement period.
6-month access to our dieticians and nutritional advisers
6-month access to our psychotherapist as needed.
6-month access to our clinical nurse.
Free 1-month gym membership with personal trainer sessions.
Allurion toolkit.
Lifelong access to our weight loss support call center.
Lifelong free subscription to our Transform Weight Loss Hub.
Lifelong support on our Transform Weight Loss community Facebook group.
Extended Aftercare Following Free Access
We understand that some patients may want to continue using our support services beyond the initial free period. That’s why we’ve created a special offer where you can access our services for as long as you need after your free aftercare period ends.
For a fixed fee of just £19.75 per month, you can access the following professionals with no commitments or contracts:
Video call with a surgeon (if deemed necessary by the nurse)
Dieticians and nutritional advisers
Psychotherapist
Direct access to our clinical nurse
Please note, to keep this service affordable, a fair usage policy applies. You can book up to 3 professional appointments per calendar month.
Your Unrivalled Personal Aftercare
Surgery is life-changing – from the early stages of your consultations to the day of the surgery itself. Although life after the surgery is exciting and brand new, it’s still a huge change. Sometimes, there’s a whole new lifestyle to navigate and adapt to.
That’s why we have created the most expansive, personalised and inclusive aftercare package available anywhere.
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Why Choose Transform Weight Loss?
Go with Transform Weight Loss for expert care, personalized support, and lasting results.
Comprehensive industry leading aftercare
Access to 24-hour support helpline
All surgeons registered with the General Medical Council
All facilities regulated by the Care Quality Commission
All nurses registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Flexible financing options that fits your budget
Personalized treatment plans designed specifically to meet your goals
Latest medical technology ensuring safe and effective procedures
Real Success Stories: Transformations That Inspire
Be inspired by the success stories of individuals who have embarked on their weight loss journeys with us. Each story is a testament to personal courage, dedication, and the transformative power of our weight loss programs. Discover how our treatments have changed lives and how they can empower you to achieve your own health and wellness goals.
Dedicated Team of Specialists
Meet the esteemed leaders in weight loss and bariatric surgery. Our surgeons bring a wealth of expertise in both surgical and non-surgical weight loss methods, ensuring advanced, safe, and effective treatments tailored to your needs.
Dr. Martin Richardson
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Richardson specialises in minimally invasive bariatric and upper GI surgeries, having performed over 5,000 weight loss procedures.
Dr. Paul Super
Bringing over three decades of expertise, Dr. Super specialises in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, performing over 200 gastric band procedures annually.
Dr. Rajwinder Nijjar
Dr. Nijjar, with 15 years of experience, specialises in laparoscopic upper GI, anti-reflux, and weight loss surgeries, contributing to surgical education at the University of Birmingham.
Dr. Alan Li
Dr. Li, with extensive experience since 1990, specialises in keyhole and cancer surgery, leading advancements in oesophago-gastric cancer surgery at Manchester Royal Infirmary.
Dr. Vittal Rao
Dr. Rao, with over a decade of experience, specialises in gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gallstone surgeries, and is a Consultant at the University Hospital of North Midlands.
Dr. Kanagaraj Marimuthu
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Marimuthu specialises in laparoscopic gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, having performed over 4,000 operations.
Find Our State-of-the-Art Clinics and Hospitals Near You
Find top-tier weight loss and surgical solutions at our facilities located in key UK cities. Whether you’re near Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Newcastle, Nottingham, Solihull, or Torquay, we’re ready to provide you with exceptional care. Discover the Transform Weight Loss clinic or hospital closest to you and embark on your journey to a healthier life with our expert medical team.
Understanding Your Weight Loss Journey
YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT
The initial step is to talk to your surgeon assistant over the phone. You’ll be able to talk to them about why you’re considering gastric band surgery, the likely costs and finance options, how much time you’d probably need to take off work, and when you’d like to have the surgery. Whenever you decide to book a surgery date, you can secure it for a minimum refundable deposit of £500. If you feel ready, we’ll book you an appointment for your free consultation with one of our surgeons.
FREE CONSULTATION
At your free consultation, you’ll speak a specialist weight loss practitioner (a nurse or dietitian) who’ll ask you about the results you want to achieve from having a gastric band. You can discuss what your personal goals are, find out whether you’re a suitable candidate for this surgery, and discover what the possible benefits and risks are – all with no obligation to go ahead. This free consultation can be carried out either over video chat or in person at your local clinic. Our specialist weight loss practitioners have received extensive training from our surgeons, and so they are extremely knowledgeable and happy to answer all of your questions. They’ll look at your medical history and discuss the outcome that you can anticipate, as well as outlining any potential complications from the procedure. If you feel ready to go ahead and book your surgery, you’ll then have a separate consultation with your surgeon. They’ll go through all the risks and benefits with you and confirm your suitability for surgery, as well as answer any further questions you may have. You’ll then be referred to a clinic nurse and a dietitian for pre-operative tests and assessments.
THE SURGERY
On the day of your surgery, you’ll meet with your surgeon so you can go through the consent form and ask any last-minute questions. You’ll also be introduced to the rest of your surgical team before going into theatre. The procedure will take between 1-2 hours, and it’ll be carried out under general anaesthetic. Your surgeon will make 5 small keyhole incisions to insert the operating instruments. The band will then be secured around the top of your stomach and stitched in place. A port, through which the band is adjusted, will be secured to your abdominal muscle wall. The incisions will usually be stitched with dissolvable stitches and/or surgical glue.
RECOVERY
Following the procedure, you’ll usually stay in hospital for one night and return home the next day. It’s expected that you’ll experience some swelling and pain when you wake up from surgery, so you’ll be provided with painkillers and looked after by our highly qualified nurses. You’ll receive intravenous drip hydration immediately after surgery to maintain your fluid levels until you can drink. Initially, after surgery you’ll remain on fluids for a period of time – our surgeons and dietitians will advise further on post-operative nutrition and hydration. Because the procedure is performed under a general anaesthetic, we recommend that you arrange for someone to drive you home the next day, and that they stay with you until the effects of the anaesthetic have worn off. Before you leave the hospital, we’ll talk to you about looking after yourself at home and make a follow-up appointment for you. We’ll also give you the number for our 24/7 patient helpline so you can speak to a member of our clinical team, day or night. It’s likely that you will feel pain and swelling where the incisions were made, so it’s important to take it easy for 1-2 weeks to allow your body to heal safely.
AFTERCARE
We believe that the highest quality aftercare is just as important as the surgery itself, so we’re here to support you throughout the recovery process. You’ll need to give your body plenty of time to heal, and we’ll give you detailed guidance on the best way to achieve this. You’ll need to avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting for up to six weeks to ensure you heal well. When you have a gastric band fitted, the surgery itself is only the start of your journey. We offer three different comprehensive aftercare packages to help you achieve your weight loss goals. The level of benefits you enjoy will depend on the package you choose. Packages may include band adjustments with our highly trained nurses and dietitians, surgical cover, including post-operative surgery for port adjustment, port replacement and/or reconnection, X-rays, and correction for band slippage or erosion.
FAQ
How much does weight loss surgery cost?
The cost of gastric band surgery can vary, so we advise booking in for your free consultation with your surgeon assistant to talk about costs. We offer flexible payment plans that are tailored to your individual needs and help you to spread the cost of gastric band surgery if required.
What is gastric band surgery?
Gastric band surgery is a surgical procedure during which a silicone band is fitted around the top part of the stomach to help reduce hunger and appetite, and therefore your food intake, which eventually leads to long term weight loss. The procedure is for people who are classed as obese.
What is gastric bypass surgery?
Gastric bypass surgery is designed to make the stomach smaller and bypass part of the intestine, which results in alterations in levels of gut hormones and significantly reduces appetite. You may want to consider a gastric bypass when diet and exercise has proved unsuccessful and you’re still overweight. A gastric bypass is non-reversable.
What is gastric sleeve surgery?
Gastric sleeve surgery removes a portion of the stomach permanently, creating a sleeve or tube-like shape. The stomach is made smaller, meaning your portion sizes will be reduced and you’ll have a lower calorie intake to aid weight loss. A gastric sleeve is non-reversible.
