General surgeon

Catalin Copaescu

First surgeon in Romania with both European (IFSO-EC) and American (SRC) certification in metabolic and bariatric surgery; a pioneer in the field.

32 years of experience

About

Prof. Dr. Cătălin Copăescu is Romania’s first surgeon recognized for excellence in metabolic and bariatric surgery. He holds both European (IFSO-EC) and American (SRC) certifications. He received these titles in 2011 and 2014. His achievements led to Ponderas Hospital becoming the only Center of Excellence in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery in Southeast Europe.

Dr. Copăescu is the Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence at Ponderas Academic Hospital. He performs over 1,000 minimally invasive procedures each year. His expertise includes laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries for metabolic, colorectal, and hernia conditions. With 25 years of experience, he is also a leader in surgical education. He directs several hands-on courses and international workshops every year.

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Medical Procedures

Installation of the subcutaneous port sy PORT-A-CATH
Gastric bypass
24-hr nurse services
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Consultation with an anesthesiologist
Cosmetic kit
Echocardiography
Shampoo and lotion
Consultation with a cardiologist
Consultation with a nutritionist
Consultation with a bariatric surgeon

Duration

2 days in the hospital
5 days in the hotel

Accommodation

Hospitalization

Transport

Transfer is not included

Additional information

The package contains, besides the Gastric Bypass Surgery performed by an SRC TOP RATED accredited Surgeon of Excellence, the standard preoperative package* including: - Total abdominal ultrasound - EKG + cardiology consultation + echocardiography - Upper digestive endoscopy with HP biopsy and Propofol sedation - Gastric barium transit examination - Spirometry - Diabetes and Nutrition Diseases consultation - Idexa - Obesity consultation - Pre-anesthesia consultation - Initial psychological evaluation - Laboratory investigations (metabolic package) *depending on your health state, the medical team can ask for further investigations that will add up to the standard packaging. You will be informed about this after a first consultation.

24/7 Bookimed assistance

Personal medical coordinator

Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices

Patient advocacy during medical travel

Program price

$13097

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Location

Str. Nicolae Caramfil 85A, sector 1, Bucuresti, Romania

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Romania, Bucharest

1. Gastric bypass surgery with SRC Accredited Surgeon of Excellence

General surgeon - Ionut Hutopila

20 years of experience

Technique: Gastric bypass surgery with SRC Accredited Surgeon of Excellence
Simona Filip is an SRC-accredited Surgeon of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
Ponderas Academic Hospital holds 10 international accreditations, ensuring exceptional bariatric care in Romania and globally.
Included Services: 24-hour nurse services, cosmetic kit, shampoo and lotion, ECG, echocardiography, consultations, blood tests, hospitalization.
Stay Info: 2 days stay in the hospital, 5 days stay in the hotel; transfer not included in price.

Package price

$12528

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Gastric Bypass with TOP Rated SRC Accredited Surgeon of Excellence

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