Colombia has become a leading destination for bariatric surgery, attracting patients from the US, Canada and Europe with savings of 55-75% compared to home-country prices. World-class hospitals and experienced bariatric surgeons make it a safe, affordable choice.
Procedure Costs (USD)
Gastric Sleeve: Colombia $4,000-$7,000 vs USA $15,000-$25,000. Gastric Bypass: $6,000-$9,000 vs $20,000-$35,000. Gastric Balloon: $1,500-$3,000 vs $5,000-$9,000. Revision Surgery: $5,000-$8,000 vs $18,000-$30,000.
Top Cities
Bogota has the largest concentration of bariatric surgeons and JCI-accredited hospitals. Medellin offers comprehensive packages including pre-op diet, surgery, hospital stay and post-op follow-up.
What’s Included
Most packages include: pre-operative evaluation, surgery, 2-4 day hospital stay, post-operative medications, compression garments, nutritional counseling, and follow-up appointments. Flights and accommodation are separate.






