Get Lap Band in Belgium to Save Money
If you are from the UK or Ireland and are looking for an affordable option for lap band surgery, Belgium could prove to be a very safe and satisying choice.
What is laparoscopic gastric band surgery?
The laparoscopic gastric band surgery or lap band, in short, decreases the size of the stomach pouch. This makes people feel full after they have had just a small meal, and thus helps in losing weight.
Why choose Belgium for lap band surgery?
Cost: While the procedure may cost between £ 9,000 – £ 12,000 in the UK, in Belgium the cost can drop to £ 4,000.
Quality: Obesity surgery is carried out in many countries in the world. However, there are few countries with the same experience and success rate as Belgium. Laparoscopy, in fact, is one of the specialties of Belgian medical tourism. Gastric Band or Gastric Bypass is usually done by laparoscopy (unless technically impossible) and this means a very short stay in hospital.
Also, in general, Belgium has always been known for its high hygiene standards and use of latest technology. In a recent study by The World Markets Research Centre, Belgium ranked top for medical purposes out of 175 countries, not least because secondary infection rates average less than 0.5% compared with around 10% in the UK.
The high level of Belgium’s surgical expertise comes from many years of training imparted to its doctors: all doctors are trained for a minimum of seven years and specialists for 12 years. For instance, see a Belgian lap band surgeon’s resume here.
Post-operative care: The success of lap band surgery depends on not only the surgery itself but the kind of follow-up care you get. Many Belgium doctors have a follow-up network in neighboring countries like UK and Ireland. Hence, do check if your doctor or hospital offers such a service.
No queues: Forget the long waiting lines of NHS. In Belgium, you choose the date for the operation after all initial screenings, and get yourself banded.
Climate and language: The climate is similar to UK’s. The official languages spoken are Dutch, French, and German, but many people speak English, too.
So, as you can see, laparoscopic gastric band surgery in Belgium is one of the popular choices with medcal tourists from the UK not only because it is affordable but also because it is very convenient.
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