{"product_id":"bariatric-surgery-in-warrington","title":"Bariatric \u0026 Weight Loss Surgery in Warrington | Compare Costs Abroad | Dr.Visor","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n*,*::before,*::after{box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;padding:0}\n.dv-hero{background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0A1030 0%,#122060 100%);padding:56px 40px 48px;position:relative;overflow:hidden;margin:-20px -20px 0}\n.dv-hero::after{content:'';position:absolute;right:-60px;top:-40px;width:320px;height:320px;border-radius:50%;border:60px solid rgba(79,168,245,0.07)}\n.dv-eyebrow{font-size:11px;font-weight:700;color:#4FA8F5;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:14px;font-family:Arial,sans-serif}\n.dv-hero h1{font-family:Georgia,serif;font-size:36px;font-weight:700;color:#fff;line-height:1.25;max-width:620px;margin-bottom:18px}\n.dv-hero h1 em{font-style:normal;color:#4FA8F5}\n.dv-hero-sub{font-size:15px;color:#aac4e8;max-width:520px;margin-bottom:32px;line-height:1.6;font-family:Arial,sans-serif}\n.dv-cta{display:inline-block;background:#4FA8F5;color:#0A1030;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;padding:14px 32px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-family:Arial,sans-serif}\n.dv-note{display:inline-block;margin-left:16px;font-size:13px;color:#5a7aaa;font-family:Arial,sans-serif}\n.dv-cost-strip{background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;border-top:1px solid #E8E4DD;padding:28px 40px;display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(5,1fr);margin:0 -20px 32px}\n.cost-item{text-align:center;padding:0 16px;border-right:1px solid #E8E4DD}\n.cost-item:last-child{border-right:none}\n.cost-item .loc{font-size:11px;color:#888;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.8px;margin-bottom:6px;font-family:Arial,sans-serif}\n.cost-item .price{font-family:Georgia,serif;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030}\n.cost-item .price.highlight{color:#1A6FBF}\n.cost-item .label{font-size:11px;color:#aaa;margin-top:2px;font-family:Arial,sans-serif}\n.cost-item .save{display:inline-block;background:#EAF4FF;color:#1A6FBF;font-size:10px;font-weight:700;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:20px;margin-top:4px;font-family:Arial,sans-serif}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dv-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dv-eyebrow\"\u003eBariatric \u0026amp; Weight Loss Surgery • Warrington • 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch1\u003eBariatric \u0026amp; Weight Loss Surgery in Warrington.\u003cbr\u003eUp to \u003cem\u003e70% less\u003c\/em\u003e abroad.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dv-hero-sub\"\u003eWarrington patients pay £10,000 on average locally. The same procedure at a verified clinic abroad costs significantly less, all-inclusive. Dr.Visor handles everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.drvisor.com\/pages\/get-quote\" class=\"dv-cta\"\u003eBook Free Assessment\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dv-note\"\u003eNo obligation • Response within 24 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dv-cost-strip\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cost-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"loc\"\u003eWarrington\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price\"\u003e£10,000\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eavg. local price\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cost-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"loc\"\u003eIstanbul\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price highlight\"\u003e£3,500\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eall-inclusive\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"save\"\u003eSave 65%\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cost-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"loc\"\u003ePrague\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price highlight\"\u003e£4,500\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eall-inclusive\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"save\"\u003eSave 55%\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cost-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"loc\"\u003eWarsaw\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price highlight\"\u003e£4,000\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eall-inclusive\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"save\"\u003eSave 60%\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cost-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"loc\"\u003eKrakow\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price highlight\"\u003e£3,800\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eall-inclusive\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"save\"\u003eSave 62%\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:22px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 16px;padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003eBariatric Surgery from Warrington: Access Specialist Treatment Abroad\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.75;color:#2A2A2A;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eWarrington residents seeking bariatric and weight loss surgery face NHS waiting times of 2 to 4 years, alongside strict BMI and co-morbidity criteria that limit access. Private treatment in the North West costs between 8,000 and 15,000 pounds, making surgical weight loss unaffordable for many patients. Medical tourism offers a practical alternative with significantly reduced costs and shorter waiting times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.75;color:#2A2A2A;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003ePatients from Warrington increasingly travel to Istanbul, Prague and Krakow for bariatric procedures, accessing the same surgical techniques at a fraction of UK prices. These destinations offer comprehensive packages including accommodation, transfers and aftercare support, allowing Warrington residents to combine their treatment with recovery time abroad. Cost savings of up to 70 percent make overseas surgery financially accessible to those unable to afford private UK treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:32px 0 16px;padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003eCost comparison: Warrington vs abroad (2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"background:#0A1030;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-size:12px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.5px;\"\u003eDestination\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"background:#0A1030;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-size:12px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.5px;\"\u003eCost\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"background:#0A1030;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-size:12px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.5px;\"\u003eSaving\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FAFAFA;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#0A1030;\"\u003eWarrington (private)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;color:#333;\"\u003e8,000 to 15,000 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;color:#888;\"\u003eLocal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#0A1030;\"\u003eIstanbul, Turkey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#1A6FBF;\"\u003e2,800 to 5,500 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#EAF4FF;color:#1A6FBF;font-size:11px;font-weight:700;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:20px;\"\u003esave up to 70%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FAFAFA;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#0A1030;\"\u003eBudapest, Hungary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#1A6FBF;\"\u003e3,200 to 6,000 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#EAF4FF;color:#1A6FBF;font-size:11px;font-weight:700;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:20px;\"\u003esave up to 65%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#0A1030;\"\u003eKrakow, Poland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#1A6FBF;\"\u003e3,000 to 5,800 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#EAF4FF;color:#1A6FBF;font-size:11px;font-weight:700;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:20px;\"\u003esave up to 68%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FAFAFA;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;color:#0A1030;\"\u003eTbilisi, Georgia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#1A6FBF;\"\u003e2,500 to 4,800 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#EAF4FF;color:#1A6FBF;font-size:11px;font-weight:700;padding:2px 8px;border-radius:20px;\"\u003esave up to 72%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0 0 24px;font-style:italic;\"\u003eAll-inclusive prices abroad cover surgical fees, hospital stay, transfers and follow-up consultations via video link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:32px 0 16px;padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003eTypes of bariatric \u0026amp; weight loss surgery treatment available\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 24px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:9px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #F0EDE8;font-size:14px;color:#2A2A2A;list-style:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#4FA8F5;margin-right:8px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003eGastric sleeve: Surgical removal of 75 percent of the stomach to reduce capacity and food intake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:9px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #F0EDE8;font-size:14px;color:#2A2A2A;list-style:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#4FA8F5;margin-right:8px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003eGastric bypass: Rerouting of the small intestine to reduce calorie absorption and stomach capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:9px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #F0EDE8;font-size:14px;color:#2A2A2A;list-style:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#4FA8F5;margin-right:8px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003eGastric band: Adjustable silicone band placed around the stomach to limit food intake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:9px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #F0EDE8;font-size:14px;color:#2A2A2A;list-style:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#4FA8F5;margin-right:8px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003eMini gastric bypass: Simplified bypass procedure using one intestinal connection instead of two\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:9px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #F0EDE8;font-size:14px;color:#2A2A2A;list-style:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#4FA8F5;margin-right:8px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003eDuodenal switch: Combined restrictive and malabsorptive procedure for significant weight loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:9px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #F0EDE8;font-size:14px;color:#2A2A2A;list-style:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#4FA8F5;margin-right:8px;font-weight:700;\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003eEndoscopic procedures: Minimally invasive options including endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty for suitable candidates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:32px 0 16px;padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003eGetting to your clinic from Warrington\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.75;color:#2A2A2A;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003eWarrington patients can fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Istanbul in 3 hours 50 minutes, or to Budapest in 2 hours 30 minutes. Direct flights to these bariatric surgery hubs operate regularly, making the journey from North West England straightforward. Prague and Krakow are similarly accessible, typically requiring one connection and total travel times under 6 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.75;color:#2A2A2A;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003eMost Warrington patients allocate 10 to 14 days for their medical tourism trip, allowing 2 to 3 days pre-operative assessment, the surgery itself and 7 to 10 days post-operative recovery before flying home. Travel insurance arranged before departure should explicitly cover bariatric surgery abroad. Arranging your trip well in advance allows time for pre-operative tests and consultations via video link with your chosen surgeon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:32px 0 16px;padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003eHow Dr.Visor works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:16px;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #E8E4DD;border-radius:4px;padding:20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#0A1030;color:#4FA8F5;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;width:28px;height:28px;border-radius:50%;text-align:center;line-height:28px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eFree remote assessment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;margin:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eSubmit photos or scans. A treatment plan and cost estimate is returned within 24 hours, at no charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #E8E4DD;border-radius:4px;padding:20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#0A1030;color:#4FA8F5;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;width:28px;height:28px;border-radius:50%;text-align:center;line-height:28px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eClinic match\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;margin:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eDr.Visor recommends verified clinics based on your case, budget and preferred destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #E8E4DD;border-radius:4px;padding:20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#0A1030;color:#4FA8F5;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;width:28px;height:28px;border-radius:50%;text-align:center;line-height:28px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eBooking and travel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;margin:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eDeposit secured, appointment confirmed. Pre-travel brief covers accommodation, transfers and what to expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #E8E4DD;border-radius:4px;padding:20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#0A1030;color:#4FA8F5;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;width:28px;height:28px;border-radius:50%;text-align:center;line-height:28px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003eTreatment and aftercare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;margin:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eYour patient coordinator remains reachable throughout. Post-operative guidance and follow-up are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:32px 0 8px;padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #E8E4DD;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eHow long is the NHS waiting list for bariatric surgery in Warrington?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;margin:0;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eNHS waiting times typically range from 2 to 4 years for bariatric surgery in the North West. Strict BMI and co-morbidity criteria must be met before referral is approved. Medical tourism eliminates this wait, with many Warrington patients scheduling surgery within 4 to 6 weeks of consultation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eWhat happens after bariatric surgery if I return to Warrington?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;margin:0;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eYour overseas surgeon provides remote follow-up care via video consultations for the first 2 to 3 months. Your GP in Warrington can monitor general health and manage any existing conditions. Most complications are rare and can be addressed through your NHS GP or the private surgeon via telehealth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eIs bariatric surgery safe if performed abroad rather than in the UK?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;margin:0;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eReputable bariatric surgery centres in Istanbul, Prague and Krakow meet international accreditation standards and employ surgeons with extensive experience. Patients from across Europe and beyond use these facilities successfully. Choosing a clinic with verified credentials and patient reviews significantly minimises risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eCan I travel back to Warrington immediately after bariatric surgery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;margin:0;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eYou must allow 7 to 10 days before flying to permit internal healing and monitor for complications. Your surgeon will confirm you are fit to fly based on your recovery progress. Most Warrington patients return home 10 to 14 days after surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #E8E4DD;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0A1030;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eWill my Warrington GP support me after overseas bariatric surgery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;margin:0;line-height:1.65;\"\u003eMany GPs will provide ongoing support and monitoring once you return to Warrington, though this varies by practice. Inform your surgery in advance of your planned treatment abroad. Your overseas surgeon remains available for specific bariatric-related questions, whilst your GP handles routine NHS care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#0A1030;padding:36px;text-align:center;border-radius:4px;margin-top:32px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:700;color:#fff;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eReady to explore your options from Warrington?\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#aac4e8;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003eFree assessment. Clinic matched within 24 hours. 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