Obesity Surgery Program by Dr. Roberto Rizzi's Medical Team

Multi-disciplinary Obesity Program from Dr. Roberto Rizzi

Affordable Obesity Surgery Program in Brazil

Affordable Obesity Surgery Program
Obesity (being overweight) is a problem that affects not only millions of Americans already but is increasing worldwide at an alarming rate. You, we and most people have battled with their weight at some point in their lives. Whether you feel the need to “lose a few pounds” or a whole lot more, the basic goal is always the same and almost always very difficult to achieve. Many weight loss programs never achieved the intended long term goal. We are all trying to improve our health, so we can lead happier, longer and more productive lives. Countless studies have shown that many health issues go along with being overweight or obese, and that only weight reduction can help resolve these issues.

We are striving to put together a comprehensive treatment program through our Multi-disciplinary team approach, which will allow you to successfully take the steps necessary to lose weight and become a healthier individual. We are adapting our local developed weight loss program in Brazil into an international adapted and internet supported Affordable New Weight Loss Surgery Program. We do have affordable pricing with no surprises!

Any Weight Loss Program, including our Affordable New Weight Loss Surgery Program is not something to enter into lightly but with our help, proper preparation and realistic expectations you can expect a very favorable outcome with an almost immediate change for the better.

Why Obesity Surgery Brazil?
Brazil offers modern, affordable and safe medical Obesity Surgery (weight reduction surgery), as well as esthetical (cosmetic) and reconstructive plastic surgery.

The high quality, training and specialization of surgeons and their medical staff contribute to Brazil being a worldwide reference in many medical procedures. São Paulo, Brazil is considered to have some of the worlds best equipped hospitals and highly skilled surgeons.

Brazil is the second country in the world that most performs Gastric Bypass Obesity Surgery (USA is in first place). The reputation Brazil achieved in Obesity Surgery can be explained by the high quality of the surgeons and its lower cost compared to other countries.

Why Franco e Rizzi?
Dr. Roberto Rizzi and his team performed more then 3000 Laparoscopic surgeries. His team is specialized in Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery as well as other Bariatric surgeries. Dr. Roberto Rizzi team of professionals includes a dietitian, a psychologist, a physiotherapist, anesthesiologists, physicians and plastic surgeons; all specialized in obesity treatment. Franco e Rizzi use one of the best hospitals in Brazil, the renowned Hospital São Luiz

Dr. Rizzi prefers the Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass procedure because it's safer and has fewer long term complications than other available weight-loss surgeries. Gastric bypass, which changes the anatomy of the digestive system to limit the amount of food a person can eat and digest. It is also the favored bariatric surgery in the United States.

Cost of obesity surgery is significant lower in Brazil then in many other countries. Also the quality and reputation of surgeons in Brazil makes many foreigners decide to come to Brazil for this procedure. Dr. Rizzi got patients from USA, China, Mozambique and other countries for these reasons.

Request pricing information of our Affordable Weight Loss Surgery Program.

What is included in our standard program?

	Pre-Travel Medical Screening & assessment (might include an online consultation with Dr. Rizzi)
	Pre & Post Surgery Consultations with Dr. Roberto Rizzi and his multidisciplinary team
	Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery performed personally by Dr. Roberto Rizzi
	Anesthetist's and surgical team members costs
	Services of Physiotherapist, Psychologist & Nutritionist
	Operating Theatre Charges in the excellent Hospital São Luiz
	Staplers, Troches and other surgical materials required
	Single Private Hospital Room (3 nights minimum)
	All Medication & Nursing required during your stay
	Liquid nutrition will be supplied during your full stay (prepared following instructions of our nutritionist)
	Services of "Franco e Rizzi" team and representatives
	Complete Chauffeur service as needed between airport, hospital and our pre-approved hotel selection
	Bilingual support and bilingual staff member accompanying you when needed
	Local sales taxes included

What is NOT included in our standard program?

	Airfare to Sao Paulo airport (Guarulhos or Congonhas)
	Hotel (you should select one of the recommended hotels Sol Melia, conveniently located in the same area as Franco e Rizzi clinic, Hospital, etc.
	Incidental expenses, city and outside tours, etc.
	Meals and incidental expenses of any person accompanying you
	All medical exams you need done prior to travel (blood tests, cardiological check-up, endoscopy etc.)

OBESITY SURGERY
QUALIFICATION Patients whose BMI exceeds 35 are potential candidates for surgery if they strongly desire substantial weight loss, because obesity severely impairs the quality of their lives.
SURGERY QUALIFICATION

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Obesity Stats
Although there is wide variation between insurance companies for the coverage of weight loss surgery, recent changes in language used by Medicare which previously designated obesity as a "non-illness" within its policies will hopefully help to ease the way further for coverage of bariatric surgery.

Obesity Stats
Did you know that you may be able to claim tax relief for weight loss surgery? The Inland Revenue Service (IRS) may give tax relief in certain circumstances to people who are required to pay out-of-pocket expenses for weight loss programs.