DOSTI — Diabetes & Obesity Surgical Treatment Initiative

Bariatric & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery in Karachi

More than weight loss surgery, we provide comprehensive surgical treatment for obesity, diabetes, reflux disease, hernias, gallbladder conditions, and advanced laparoscopic procedures—all under the care of an experienced multidisciplinary team.

300+ Verified Patient Reviews

Led by Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

Bariatric & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon

Karachi, Pakistan

Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

FCPS (Surgery), MRCS (England), MSc (Cl. Research), FACS (USA)

Founder of DOSTI

Dr. GM is an bariatric surgeon in Karachi with more than 650 successful bariatric surgeries with less than 1% complications of bariatric surgery. Having demonstrated his expertise in practicing & teaching laparoscopic general surgery over ten years, he is determined to alleviate obesity from society by fighting at several fronts i.e. from bariatric surgery to mass campaigns.

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Your Hospital Journey

What to Expect During Weight Loss Surgery

From admission to discharge.

10:00–11:00 AM

Hospital Admission

Report to the admission desk, complete registration, and settle into your allocated room.

11:00 AM–3:00 PM

Evaluation & Pre-Operative Planning

Medical evaluation, consent, chest physiotherapy, anesthesia review, and final preparation before surgery.

3:00–6:00 PM

Weight Loss Surgery

Surgery begins according to operating-room and surgical-team availability. Procedure is performed laparoscopically.

Evening

Recovery & Early Mobilization

Once awake and alert, you will be monitored closely, begin gentle walking, and start taking small sips of water as advised.

Morning

Medical Review

The DOSTI team assess pain control, mobility, hydration, urine output, and your ability to tolerate liquids.

Late Morning

Discharge Instructions

Receive medication guidance, dietary instructions, activity precautions, wound-care advice, and follow-up information.

10:00–11:00 AM

Discharge Home

Patients may be discharged when pain is controlled, they are mobile, have passed urine, and can tolerate the prescribed liquids.

After Discharge

Recovery Support

Continue recovery at home with the prescribed liquid diet, medications, gentle activity, and scheduled follow-up.

Every patient's recovery is different. The DOSTI team will provide personalized guidance based on your procedure, health, and progress.

Our Expert doctors

Get to know our experienced doctors.

Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

Lead Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Fariha Ashraf

Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Kanwal Nisa

General Surgeon

Dr. Talal

Bariatric Anesthetist

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Non-Surgical Weight Management

Medical Weight Loss

Explore medically supervised weight-loss options designed around your health, BMI, medical conditions, and long-term goals.

DOSTI provides professional guidance on treatments such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, while also helping patients understand when bariatric surgery may offer a more effective and durable solution. Every treatment pathway begins with a detailed medical assessment.

Medically supervised treatment

Personalized weight-loss planning

Ozempic and Mounjaro guidance

Medication and surgery comparison

Explore Medical Weight Loss

Medication Ozempic & Mounjaro

Medical Support Specialist-led care

Progress Long-term planning

FAQs

Got any questions?

We’ve got answers!

01. What is bariatric (weight loss) surgery?

A group of weight-loss procedures that help individuals with obesity lose weight by altering the digestive system. It works by limiting how much you can eat or how nutrients are absorbed, leading to significant and sustained weight loss.

02. Is bariatric (weight loss) surgery same as tummy tuck/liposuction?

No. Bariatric surgery is weight loss surgery having profound effect on other comorbids like diabetes, hyptertension, PCOS and sleep apnea. Whereas tummy tuck / liposuction are cosmetic procedures for people with normal or near normal body weight, without any effect on obesity or weight related comorbids.

03. When Bariatric (weight loss) surgery is recommended?

If BMI is more than 27.5 (or the weight is 20 Kgs above ideal weight) surgery is considered. A detailed consultation is necessary to know the status of comorbids, guidelines, patient’s past history and family history etc.

04. How bariatric (weight loss) surgery is performed?

Through Laparoscopic or keyhole surgery. Stomach size is decreased to the size of large banana, through five button holes on the belly, with the help of imported stapling devices and instruments.

05. How to decide whether to opt sleeve or bypass procedure?

No absolute answer. Bypass is prohibited in smokers, areas/families with history of stomach cancer; whereas sleeve is prohibited in patients with significant acid reflux. In patients with sweet craving, diabetes mellitus, acid reflux; bypass is preferred. Otherwise, in all other conditions both achieve similar results in short term. Bypass is reversible and offers slightly more weight loss over long run as opposed to sleeve.

Trusted Across the Globe (10+ Countries)

Trusted by Patients Across Pakistan

    
 
 
         
   Kashmala Khan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m currently on my 15th day after my bariatric surgery with Dr. Ghulam Murtaza, and Alhamdulillah, my experience has been truly amazing so far.

Before the surgery, I was honestly very nervous and had many questions. However, Dr. Ghulam Murtaza explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable and confident about my decision.

Alhamdulillah, my surgery went very well, and my recovery has been smooth. I’m feeling much better, and everything has been going well so far.

I am truly grateful to Dr. Ghulam Murtaza for his excellent guidance, continuous support, and exceptional care throughout my bariatric journey.

Thank you so much, Dr. Ghulam Murtaza, for making this journey comfortable and successful for me.
Kashmala Mandokhail
  
 
        
   Syed hamdullah 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wait lose howa ha magar kamzore ho rahe ha
  
 
        
   Noman Sami 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Alhamdulilah satisfied
  
 
        
   Aaisha Memon 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good experience,
  
 
        
   Alley Alforque 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you to doctor Muntaza for my successful surgery from 100kg in just 1 month down to 92kg. Hopefully to loss more weight in few months.
  
 
        
   Dolly Khan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. زندگی کہیں بھی آسان نہیں ہوتی اس اپریشن سے 80/زندگی آسان ہو جاتی ہے رمز ٹراماہاسپٹل بھی    اچھا ہے ڈاکٹر جی ایم بہت اچھے اور نفیس ہیں الحمدللہ زندگی بہت آسان ہو گئی
  
 
        
   Hammal Naseer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr GM......The angel of the earth...who breathes life into living beings
  
 
        
   Madrid 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend Dr GM and his team, I had my gastric bypass done last year in October and so far I'm satisfied with my results, I went from XXL to medium I'm very happy with my results I used to think I would never be able tranform myself but Alhamdulilah I'm very close to my goal.
  
 
        
   sadaf rehman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Bariatric surgery was a big decision for me, and I had many doubts and fears before going ahead with it. My surgeon Dr Ghulam Murtaza  explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made me feel comfortable throughout the process. The recovery has had its challenges, but overall I am happy with my decision and grateful for the care and support I received. My surgeon and the entire team have been very professional, caring, and supportive, and I would definitely recommend them to anyone considering bariatric surgery..
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 4.9 of 5, based on 172 reviews