The Hospital
At the Obesity Unit, we are proud to offer care across two premier medical facilities in Johannesburg, one dedicated to consultations and ongoing care, and the other to performing bariatric surgery in a specialised, high-tech environment.
- Life
- Bedford
- Gardens
- Busamed
- Modderfontein
Consultations, Follow-Ups & Assessments Life Bedford Gardens Hospital
All initial consultations, preoperative assessments, evaluations, and long-term follow-up appointments take place at our rooms located at Life Bedford Gardens Hospital in Bedfordview, Johannesburg.
This conveniently situated facility offers :
- Private, modern consulting rooms in a central location
- On-site access to pathology, radiology, and supporting specialists
- Secure parking and easy patient access
- A calm, professional environment ideal for multidisciplinary assessmentsand easy patient access
Life Bedford Gardens Hospital is also where many of your postoperative check-ins, follow-ups, and review appointments will take place, offering continuity and comfort throughout your journey.
Where Surgery Happens Busamed Modderfontein Private Hospital
All bariatric and revisional surgeries are performed at Busamed Modderfontein Private Hospital, a state-of-the-art surgical centre in the heart of Johannesburg’s eastern suburbs. This modern, multidisciplinary hospital is renowned for its world-class infrastructure, high clinical standards, and patient-centred approach, making it the ideal setting for safe, effective bariatric procedures.
Key features include:
Life Bedford Gardens Hospital is also where many of your postoperative check-ins, follow-ups, and review appointments will take place, offering continuity and comfort throughout your journey.
- ISO-accredited, with rigorous safety and quality protocols
- Staffed by a dedicated theatre and recovery team familiar with bariatric protocols
- Designed with specialised equipment to support patients with higher BMI, including beds, imaging equipment, and transfer systems
- Actively engaged in continuous quality improvement, ensuring care is efficient, respectful, and personalised
Commitment to Excellence
Busamed Modderfontein is fully aligned with the Obesity Unit’s mission to provide care that meets international standards for bariatric excellence. The hospital supports our commitment to SAMMSS/SAMSA-accredited, multidisciplinary obesity care, and shares our values of quality, accountability, and patient safety.
The facility is:
- ISO-accredited, with rigorous safety and quality protocols
- Staffed by a dedicated theatre and recovery team familiar with bariatric protocols
- Designed with specialised equipment to support patients with higher BMI, including beds, imaging equipment, and transfer systems
- Actively engaged in continuous quality improvement, ensuring care is efficient, respectful, and personalised
A Seamless Patient Experience
From your first consultation at Life Bedford Gardens to your surgery and recovery at Busamed Modderfontein, every step is carefully coordinated by our team. With clear communication, supportive staff, and best-in-class facilities, we ensure your bariatric journey is safe, streamlined, and supported at every stage.