Department of Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery
Bariatric and gastric bypass care with nutrition and long-term team follow-up at R.K. Hospital & Research Centre, Indrapuri, Bhopal
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OPD: Mon-Sat 9AM-12PM, 5:30PM-9PM
Overview
Dr. Rajesh Kanungo offers bariatric and gastric bypass surgery at R.K. Hospital & Research Centre, Indrapuri, Bhopal. His published training includes advanced laparoscopy and bariatric surgery in Belgium, and DLS at IRCAD Strasbourg, France. He and the R.K. Hospital team handle nutrition and long-term follow-up. Start with an assessment of your health, treatment history, goals and care needs before selecting an operation.
Consulting Doctor
Dr. Rajesh Kanungo
Senior Surgeon & Director
34 years experience | MBBS, MS (General Surgery), FIAGES, FMAS, DLS, Advanced Laparoscopy & Bariatric Surgery, FALS (Robotics)
Dr. Rajesh Kanungo's profile (laparoscopic surgeon) →Doctor Website →Conditions We Treat
Common Symptoms
Visit our Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery department if you experience:
- Concern about weight and associated health problems
- Difficulty sustaining previous weight-management treatment
- Need to understand gastric bypass and follow-up commitments
Treatments & Procedures
When Should You Visit?
- •Referral from a treating physician for bariatric assessment
- •Questions about Indian eligibility guidance and treatment options
- •Need to plan nutrition, costs and follow-up before surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can be considered for bariatric surgery in India?
Suitability is assessed using Indian clinical guidance alongside your health, previous treatment and readiness for follow-up. BMI alone does not approve an operation. Dr. Rajesh Kanungo will discuss whether gastric bypass or another treatment is appropriate.
Who handles nutrition and long-term follow-up?
Dr. Rajesh Kanungo handles this care with the R.K. Hospital team. Ask for your individual nutrition plan, review schedule and contact person before discharge.
How much weight will I lose?
Individual results vary. Ask the surgeon to explain realistic goals and monitoring for your proposed procedure; the hospital does not promise a fixed weight-loss percentage.
Does bariatric surgery guarantee a cure for diabetes?
No. Some patients experience improved glucose control or remission. Ongoing medical review is needed, and medicines should only be changed by the treating clinicians.
Visit Us
R.K. Hospital & Research Centre is located in Indrapuri, Bhopal, near ESIS Hospital. Our Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery services are available during regular OPD hours.
Your bariatric care team and patient resources
Dr. Rajesh Kanungo offers bariatric and gastric bypass care at R.K. Hospital. He and the hospital team handle nutrition and long-term follow-up. Ask for your individual plan, review schedule and contact person before discharge. Call +91 9826038183 to confirm an assessment appointment before travelling.
The hospital provides the facility, admission and appointment information; the surgeon’s website contains the detailed procedure and preparation guides below.
- Bariatric care with Dr. Rajesh Kanungo
- Gastric bypass procedure and assessment
- Gastric bypass cost planning in India
- Indian eligibility guidance
- Recovery, nutrition and follow-up
- Travelling to Bhopal for assessment
- मोटापे का ऑपरेशन: हिंदी में जानकारी
Practice details updated 5 October 2026. Published qualifications · Clinical references: OSSI Indian eligibility guidance · NIDDK operative and later risks.
Part of the weight-loss surgery: eligibility, options and long-term care guide
Choosing a doctor for this concern in Bhopal
When choosing a doctor for weight-loss surgery, check the qualifications and whether the clinician’s usual work matches the concern. A general-physician consultation, a specialist assessment and a surgical consultation serve different needs. Tell reception the main symptom so the first booking is useful.
Ask whether the doctor will review your existing reports, explain the diagnosis and alternatives, and give a follow-up plan. Consider privacy, examination arrangements, communication and access to any specialist or procedure that may be needed. Bring a written list of questions if it helps you assess the recommendation.
For patients searching across Bhopal, confirm the actual clinic address and individual availability before travelling. At R.K. Hospital the location is 226, C-Sector, Indrapuri, Raisen Road. A nearby locality page describes access to this location; it does not mean a separate branch or a guaranteed journey time.
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Review obesity-related health risks
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Assess eligibility and readiness
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Compare suitable procedures
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Commit to nutrition and long-term follow-up
The sequence explains planned care. Urgent symptoms require prompt assessment and may change this pathway.
The assessment before a treatment decision
A bariatric assessment reviews weight-related illness, nutritional status, anaesthesia risk and the ability to attend follow-up. Eligibility criteria can differ across guidelines and patient groups. A BMI calculator can support the conversation but should not be used to select an operation without clinical advice.
Medical guidance: NIDDK: Metabolic and bariatric surgery
What should I check when choosing a doctor in Bhopal?
Check verified qualifications, experience relevant to the concern, a clear explanation of diagnosis and treatment choices, follow-up arrangements, location and availability. Ask reception to route pregnancy, infertility, procedural or complex specialist concerns to the appropriate clinician.
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