⚖️Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Felipe Bernal – Bariatric Surgery Bogotá

📍 Bogotá, Colombia • 7-10 days

Bogotá bariatric surgeon with 10+ years and over 1,000 weight-loss surgeries, operating at the well-regarded Shaio Clinic. Runs a multidisciplinary 'Method 4 PRO' program with endocrinology, nutrition, and psychology support.

$5,000-8,000

vs $15,000-25,000 in US

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in person destination10+ years in business

Services Offered

Gastric sleeve (manga gástrica)Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y)Gastric balloon (non-surgical)Revision surgeryMultidisciplinary pre/post-op program

Our Take

A named, ACOCIB-credentialed surgeon with 1,000+ cases and a true multidisciplinary program (endocrine, nutrition, psychology) is the model that produces durable weight-loss outcomes — surgery alone rarely does. Bogotá lacks the beach-recovery appeal of other destinations, and the 12-month follow-up cadence means you'll need a plan for aftercare back home.

Pros

  • 1,000+ bariatric surgeries, 10+ years
  • ACOCIB and SSAT member
  • Multidisciplinary Method 4 PRO program
  • Operates at top-tier Shaio Clinic

Cons

  • Bogotá is not a leisure-recovery destination
  • Structured 12-month follow-up needs home coordination
  • Pricing by consultation
  • Must qualify medically

Pricing Details

Estimate. Sleeve at the lower end, bypass higher; gastric balloon is a lower-cost non-surgical option. Confirmed at consultation.

Best For

  • Want a named, credentialed surgeon
  • Gastric sleeve or bypass
  • Value multidisciplinary aftercare
  • Non-surgical gastric balloon option

Coverage

  • 📍 Colombia

Accreditations

  • Board-certified bariatric surgeon
  • Member ACOCIB (Colombian Assoc. of Obesity & Bariatric Surgery)
  • Member SSAT
  • Operates at Shaio Clinic, Bogotá

Trust Indicators

Years in Business

10+

Volume

1,000+ bariatric surgeries

Last verified: June 11, 2026

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