Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Sonam Tyagi provides specialized surgical care including bariatric surgery, metabolic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, general surgery, and laparoscopic or minimal access surgical approaches where clinically appropriate.

Consultations are available at Emanate Polyclinic in Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi. Please contact the clinic to confirm appointment availability, consultation timings, and the latest location details.

You can request a consultation through the website appointment option or by contacting the clinic directly. Appointment availability depends on the clinic schedule.

A referral is not necessarily required for every consultation. You may contact the clinic directly to discuss your concern and determine the appropriate appointment process.

The consultation focuses on understanding your symptoms, medical history, previous treatment, relevant investigations, and current concerns. Based on the clinical assessment, appropriate treatment options and next steps may be discussed.

Where available, bring previous medical records, investigation reports, imaging, medication details, previous surgical records, and information about relevant medical conditions or allergies.

No. Surgery is not automatically recommended. The purpose of the consultation is to understand the clinical situation and discuss appropriate treatment options. The next step depends on the individual assessment.

Yes. Previous medical records, investigation reports, imaging and treatment recommendations can be reviewed during a consultation to help clarify the clinical situation and available treatment options.

No. Suitability depends on factors such as overall health, obesity-related conditions, previous treatment, clinical findings, and other individual considerations. A clinical consultation is required before treatment decisions are made.

Metabolic surgery refers to surgical treatment approaches that may be considered for selected patients with obesity and associated metabolic conditions. The potential role of surgery depends on the individual's clinical circumstances.

Not necessarily. Some patients may experience changes in metabolic health or medication requirements following appropriate treatment, but ongoing medical management and follow-up may still be required. This should be assessed individually.

Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical approach in which specialized instruments and a camera are introduced through small surgical access points. It may be appropriate for selected procedures and patients.

No. The suitability of a laparoscopic or minimal access approach depends on the condition, procedure, medical history, anatomy, previous treatment, and other clinical factors.

Recovery varies according to the procedure, the individual patient, overall health, and other clinical factors. A minimally invasive approach does not guarantee a particular recovery time.

A wide range of general and gastrointestinal conditions may require surgical assessment. Whether surgery is appropriate depends on the diagnosis, symptoms, clinical findings, investigations, and available treatment options.

Depending on the condition, laboratory tests, imaging, endoscopic evaluation, or other investigations may be recommended before a treatment decision is made.