Beacon Obesity & Bariatric Centre

This service is may be suitable for patients who:

• Have a BMI of 35 or above
• Are living with obesity-related health conditions
• Are seeking evidence-based support for long-term weight management
• Are interested in medical or surgical treatment

There are two different routes available to patients. These are medical weight management and bariatric surgical options. Your team will discuss your individual needs and will be best placed to advise on the method that is best suited to you personally.

Medical Weight Management:

• Specialist assessment
• Dietetic support
• Lifestyle intervention
• GLP-1 medications

GLP-1 medications support weight loss by reducing appetite, increasing fullness and helping to regulate blood sugar. These treatments are prescribed following specialist assessment and you will be monitored by our team whilst using them.

Bariatric Surgery:

• Gastric Sleeve
• Gastric Bypass
• SADI-S
• Full pre-operative assessment & follow-up

Led by Mr William Robb, Consultant Upper GI & Bariatric Surgeon, Beacon Obesity and Bariatric Centre uses a unique multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach to ensure our patients are meticulously cared for and supported from the moment they enter our care and right throughout their journey.

Specialists on our MDT include; Consultant Bariatric Surgeons – Mr William Robb & Mr Waqas Butt, obesity medicine specialists, dietitians, clinical nurse specialists, endocrinologists and psychological support where appropriate.

If you would like to find out more information about the team, click here.

Should any other specialists be required, our team will be able to advise you appropriately.

Most private health insurance policies cover bariatric surgery where patients have a BMI of 40, or a BMI of 35 and a weight-related health condition. Qualifying conditions include Type II Diabetes, Sleep Apnoea and more.

To find out more about this service, and if we might be able to help you, please call our team on 087 140 4560.

Bariatric surgery may be an option for patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 40, or over 35 with weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnoea.

Each patient is assessed individually by our multidisciplinary team to ensure surgery is the right choice for their long-term health and wellbeing.

Many Irish health insurance providers cover bariatric (weight loss) surgery once certain medical criteria are met.

To learn more about your cover, contact our Beacon Bariatric & Obesity Centre team, who can guide you through the process.

No referral is required. However, you may be referred to Beacon Bariatric & Obesity Centre by your GP or another healthcare professional.

Self-referrals are also welcome and our team will guide you through an initial consultation and assessment process. Visit our Contact Us page for details.

Before surgery, you’ll meet with our multidisciplinary team, including a consultant surgeon, dietitian and nurse specialist. This helps us ensure surgery is safe, appropriate, and tailored to your needs.

Most patients stay two to three nights at Beacon Hospital following surgery. This can vary on an individual basis and your surgeon will advise you on based on your requirements.

Recovery at home typically takes two to three weeks, depending on your procedure and overall health. Our team will support to ensure a smooth and safe recovery.

Yes. A tailored diet plan is an essential part of recovery and long-term success.

You’ll begin with a liquid diet, progressing to soft foods and then to a balanced, healthy diet.

Our specialist dietitians will work closely with you at each stage of your recovery, providing guidance and support to help you adjust and maintain healthy habits for life.

Yes. Bariatric surgery is considered a very safe surgery when carried out by a suitable and qualified professional in an acute hospital setting.

At Beacon Bariatric & Obesity Centre, your safety is our highest priority.

All of our procedures are carried out by experienced Consultant Bariatric Surgeons using state-of-the-art robotic surgical technology in one of Ireland’s most technologically advanced hospitals.

As with any surgical procedure, there are risks, which your Consultant will discuss with you in detail as part of your pre-operative assessment.

Most patients lose 60–70% of their excess body weight within one to two years of surgery.

Results vary depending on the type of procedure, commitment to aftercare, and lifestyle changes.

Our team will work with you to help you achieve the best possible results for your long-term health.

Our dedicated team provides an ongoing Follow Up Care Program, including dietary guidance, physical activity/exercise plans, and review appointments to help you achieve lasting results.

This varies from person to person. Our surgeons can discuss possible next steps, including reconstructive options, once your weight stabilises.

Long-term success depends on maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise, and follow-up appointments. Our multidisciplinary approach is designed to help you maintain your results.

The Centre is based in Beacon Hospital, Dublin, one of Ireland’s leading private hospitals, equipped with advanced robotic surgical technology and full multidisciplinary support.

You can contact our Beacon Bariatric & Obesity Centre directly or request a referral through your GP.

You can contact us via email to [email protected] or by phoning 087 140 4560

If your GP is sending a referral on your behalf, they can do so via Healthlink.