Hi, I hope you are well.

I know that deciding about weight-loss surgery is not easy. Many people who contact us take time to reflect - not because they doubt the benefits, but because they want to be sure they are making the right decision for their long-term health.

I wanted to share something important with you - weight-loss surgery is not just about losing weight.

• It is a general surgery where surgeon alters your normal anatomy to help your 'biology' work better for you. Bariatric surgery gives you a chance to improve your future health, wellbeing, quality of life and longevity.

• Post surgery recovery and long term results depend greatly on the experience, precision, judgement, and responsibility of the surgeon who performs it.

At Weight Loss Latvia, your bariatric surgery would be carried out by a team of two leading bariatric surgeons of Latvia offering you double safety in each step of surgery:

Dr Olegs Kozlovskis, Head of Surgery Ward of Sigulda Hospital

A highly experienced general and bariatric surgeon with many years of practice in complex abdominal surgery, including bariatric surgery. Dr Kozlovskis is known for his calm, precise approach and for always choosing the safest and most appropriate solution for each patient - never simply the quickest or most popular option.

Beyond his technical expertise, "Dr Olegs", as many patients warmly call him, is deeply interested in the person behind the medical history. He takes time to listen to each patient’s personal story, motivations, and concerns, believing that truly good surgery begins with understanding the individual - not just performing a procedure.

Dr Juris Zarinovs, Senior Surgeon, Riga 1st Hospital, Sigulda Hospital

An experienced general and bariatric surgeon, pioneer of laparoscopic surgery in Latvia (in 1990ties) and a pioneer of bariatric surgery in Latvia (since 2009) with a strong focus on patient safety, careful assessment, and long-term outcomes. Dr Zarinovs is particularly attentive to individual health backgrounds and recovery quality, not just the surgical result itself.

Both surgeons have also practised in the United Kingdom and are GMC-registered.

➡️ What truly matters is not only which surgery is performed, but how and why that choice is made.

A responsible bariatric surgeon carefully:

• assesses your full medical history and current health

• listens to your concerns, lifestyle, and expectations

• chooses the most suitable type of surgery for you personally

• performs the procedure with precision and care

• considers recovery, side effects, and long-term health - not just weight loss numbers

The quality of surgery directly affects:

• your recovery time

• risk of complications

• side effects and comfort after surgery

• long-term weight-loss success

• your overall health in the years ahead

🔹This is why we never rush decisions and never apply a “one-size-fits-all” approach.🔹

If you are still unsure, that is completely okay. Sometimes, a conversation helps bring clarity.

If you would like, I would be happy to -

✅ discuss your situation

✅ explain surgical options

✅ answer any concerns you may still have - honestly and openly

Your health deserves time, care, and the right expertise.

Warm regards,

Ilva Urbanovica

Weight Loss Latvia

📧 [email protected]

📞 +371 29148884

www.weightlosslatvia.com