Painless Sleeve Gastrectomy and Travelling in Two Days

Obesity is one of the most significant health challenges faced by many people worldwide. It affects overall health and increases the risk of many chronic diseases. However, we find many success stories of individuals who have managed to overcome obesity and achieve their ideal weight by choosing the best doctor, Dr. Ahmed Abd El Salam, Assistant Professor of General and Laparoscopic Surgery and Consultant for Bariatric Surgery, Faculty of Medicine at Kasr El-Ainy.

One of these inspiring stories concerns Monica, a 25-year-old brave young woman who decided to change her life by undergoing gastric sleeve surgery. Her brave decision came after years of struggling with excess weight and its negative impact on her health and after four years of trying to lose her excess weight by following violent diets and exercising but with no noticeable change. When she finally turned to Dr. Ahmed Abd El Salam and made the decision to go ahead with the surgery, Monica found support. The great surgeon, Dr. Ahmed Abd El Salam reviewed her health and medical history and chose the most appropriate procedure for her, the sleeve gastrectomy.

The difference in Sleeve Gastrectomy with Dr. Ahmed Abd El Salam:
Dr. Ahmed Abd El Salam is an innovative surgeon specializing in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery. He has an excellent reputation and extensive experience in this field, having successfully performed numerous gastric sleeve surgeries, helping many patients achieve their ideal weight and live a healthier, happier life. Gastric sleeve surgeries with Dr. Ahmed Abd El Salam differ from other sleeve surgeries because he is keen to reach an identical stomach by performing the Identical Gastric Sleeve or Identical Sleeve procedure that ensures a naturally reduced stomach size capable of handling all foods and protein, which leads to weight loss safely and healthily and without complications.

Before the procedure, Dr. Ahmed performed the necessary assessment on Monica, explaining in detail the steps of the sleeve gastrectomy procedure, its benefits, and the expectations regarding the results. Of course, she had many fears and doubts, but Dr. Ahmed's presence was supportive and reassuring.

After physical and psychological preparation, Monica underwent a successful sleeve gastrectomy. The procedure took approximately 45 minutes. The procedure was carried out using modern techniques and advanced equipment, starting from laparoscopic surgery till the American-made gastric staples, in a sterile environment of the highest standard.



Quick recovery with advice from the specialized nutrition team:
After the procedure, Monica took painkillers for only two days to manage potential pain, and afterward, she didn't feel any pain at all. She could travel two days after the surgery and return to work normally after five days. Monica began her recovery period and adapted to the changes in her lifestyle and diet. She overcame these challenges with willpower and the continuous support provided by Dr. Ahmed and his medical team. Under Dr. Ahmed's supervision, a suitable diet program was organized by a specialized nutrition team, which helped her lose 30 kilograms in a year and three months.

Over time, Monica noticed a significant improvement in her overall health as she went about her life normally. This was due to the vitamins and nutritional supplements prescribed by Dr. Ahmed Abd El Salam to ensure safe and healthy weight loss without complications. Monica did not experience weakness, fatigue, hair loss, or other problems she had heard about. Achieving her ideal weight was not Monica's only goal; it was just the beginning of a healthier and happier life.