Nutrition after bariatric surgery

Nutrition follow-up before and after surgery

Bariatric surgery changes how much food you can eat and how you eat it. Nutrition follow-up supports safe recovery, helps prevent vitamin deficiencies and protects long-term results.

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Last updated: September 2026 · Educational information; it does not replace individual medical assessment.

Before surgery

  • Reviewing eating habits, possible deficiencies and required blood tests
  • Stop bread, rice and pasta 1–2 weeks before surgery for the duration specified by Dr. Fady; follow the complete prescribed preparation diet
  • Planning protein, fluids, supplements and medication changes
  • Identifying difficulties that may affect recovery or follow-up

After surgery

Follow the food and fluid stages prescribed by the team.
Prioritise fluids and protein as instructed.
Take prescribed vitamins and minerals regularly.
Attend surgical, nutrition and blood-test follow-up.
Ask for help early if you have persistent vomiting, difficulty eating or concerning symptoms.

Referral to a specialist dietitian

When needed, we arrange follow-up with a dietitian experienced in bariatric surgery for support before and after the operation, supplements, eating difficulties, a weight plateau or weight regain.

Follow-up continues long term

The type of supplements and blood tests differs according to the operation and the patient. Do not stop or change a prescribed supplement before speaking with the bariatric team.
Care before and after surgery

The Nutrition Team

Dr. Poulainne Magdy Maurice Girgis
Bariatric nutrition referral pathway

Dr. Poulainne Magdy Maurice Girgis

MD · ESPEN European Board

Nutrition assessment and preparation before bariatric surgery, postoperative diet progression, supplements and long-term follow-up coordinated with the surgical pathway.

Request nutrition referralBooking: +20 12 02333827
Dr. Jackline
Clinical nutrition for bariatric surgery

Dr. Jackline

Diploma in Clinical Nutrition — American University in Cairo (AUC)

Dr. Jackline supports patients throughout the bariatric surgery journey with personalised nutrition plans and guidance before and after surgery.

  • Preoperative preparationPersonalised nutrition plans and dietary preparation before bariatric surgery.
  • Postoperative follow-upNutritional support and follow-up throughout recovery.
  • Ongoing guidanceContinued nutrition guidance to support healthy habits and long-term results.
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Trusted further reading

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: Patient Learning Center
NICE: Obesity identification, assessment and management
International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders

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