India, Sept. 30 -- The treatment of obesity has changed dramatically in the last few years. Weight-loss injections such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have made significant weight loss possible without surgery. At the same time, bariatric surgery remains one of the most effective and durable treatments for obesity.

So, in 2026, should a person choose injections or surgery?

The answer is: there is no single treatment that is right for everyone.

According to Dr. Mehul Vikani">Dr. Mehul Vikani">Dr. Mehul Vikani, MS, FIAGES, FMAS, FALS, FMBS, Consultant Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon at CIGIS Hospital, Rajkot, the choice between medical weight management and bariatric surgery should be based on an individual's BMI, obesity-related medical c...