Dr. Fana, thank you for taking the time to speak with us today. Can you tell us a little about yourself and your role in introducing gastric sleeve surgery to Ghana?
of course! I am Stefana Sefa Boateng, known to her family and colleagues as Fana. I am a Doctor of Public Health with an interest in women’s health and strategies to increase life expectancy. I have over 10 years of her clinical experience in Ghana and the UK.
I am the Executive Director of Glitz Medical Center, and along with my amazing team of clinical staff, I provide our clients with world-class access to innovative and rejuvenating health.
I am passionate about ensuring that people living with obesity have access to quality health care. As a medical professional, I have witnessed firsthand the impact obesity has on a person’s health and overall well-being. That is why we have worked tirelessly to bring gastric sleeve surgery to Ghana in collaboration with trusted and experienced medical professionals. In Türkiye.
That is commendable, Dr. Fana. Can you explain to our readers what gastric sleeve surgery is and why it is important?
absolutely. Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is a surgical procedure that removes part of the stomach to reduce its size and volume. This helps people suffering from obesity to lose weight and improve their overall health. Bariatric surgery approaches the root of the problem by changing the way your body interacts with food.
This procedure makes your stomach smaller, which naturally reduces your calorie intake. This, combined with hormonal changes (such as the effects of the “hunger hormone” ghrelin), can affect your metabolism, helping you lose weight and keep it off.
It is important to note that gastric sleeve surgery is not cosmetic. Although the overall effect of permanent weight loss achieved after gastric sleeve surgery may make patients look more confident and elegant, the main purpose of the surgery is to lose weight for clinical reasons. is. The goal here isImproving patient health and quality of life by reducing extreme obesityIt is a major risk factor for chronic diseases that affect major organs of the human body. However, the main purpose of cosmetic surgery is to improve the appearance of the body by shaping and removing a limited amount of fat from specific areas of the body.
That’s an important distinction to make, Dr. Fana. Could he tell us about his experience with gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey and why he chose to introduce it to Ghana?
Turkey has become known as a global hub for health tourism, especially bariatric surgeries such as gastric sleeves. but, Turkey’s experience has its limits, but like Language barriers, isolation, and reliance on telemedicine for follow-up care.
Recognizing these challenges, we have partnered with experienced and trusted Turkish surgeons to bring Turkish expertise to Ghana. Our goal is to provide the same first-class surgical experience in a convenient environment where patients can receive in-person follow-up care without language barriers.
This looks like a game-changer for people struggling with obesity in Ghana, Nigeria and other West African countries. Can you tell us about the benefits patients can expect from these surgeries?
absolutely. Our gastric sleeve surgery offers numerous benefits, including experienced Turkish surgeons, a skilled Ghanaian clinical support team, a comfortable hospital environment, comprehensive medication and support services, and ongoing psychological support. . We are committed to providing a person-centered approach to permanent weight loss for individuals with a BMI of 35 and above who have not successfully managed their weight using traditional methods.
Thanks for sharing this information, Dr. Fana. How can people interested in these surgeries contact you?
If you are interested in gastric sleeve surgery, please contact Glitz Medical Center via WhatsApp (+233 244 57 22 58) or phone (+233 540 55 26 86).
Our team is ready to provide more information and schedule a consultation for anyone who would like to embark on a permanent weight loss journey with us.
Dr. Fana, thank you so much for your time and insight. It was fun talking with you.
Same. Thank you for calling me.