New in Ireland · Auralia, Dublin
Could MagDI be
right for you?
A new approach to weight-loss surgery, using two small magnets to form a connection in the intestine.
Understand how it works. Explore your options. Get a specialist opinion before you decide.
Specialist care and follow-up here in Ireland.
Your free assessment
With Dr John Loy
Suitability · Your options · Recovery & cost
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Here’s what happens next.
In the live journey, our team would call within one working day to arrange your free assessment with Dr Loy.
Meet your specialist
A conversation with the surgeon who performs it.
Dr John Loy Consultant Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon
Dr Loy introduced MagDI to Ireland at Auralia in September 2026, alongside Prof Michel Gagner, who pioneered the procedure.
Your assessment is a chance to understand MagDI and discuss the alternatives. You do not need to choose a treatment before you speak to him.
The procedure, in plain words
Two small magnets.
A new connection in the intestine.
MagDI is performed as keyhole surgery under general anaesthesia.
01 During the procedureThe magnets meet.
Two small magnets are positioned to bring two parts of the intestine together.
02 In the weeks that followA connection forms.
The tissues join to create a new route. Once it has formed, the magnets pass naturally.
03 After the magnets passThe new route remains.
Some food takes the shorter route, changing how your body handles food and hunger signals.
Your treatment plan matters.
MagDI may be offered on its own, with a gastric sleeve, or after previous surgery. Expected results and recovery differ. Dr Loy will explain which, if any, could suit you.
Start with your situation
You don’t have to work out the right answer alone.
Perhaps the weight keeps returning. Perhaps you are comparing treatments, worried about surgery, or looking for advice after a previous sleeve.
Start with a conversation about you.
Request my free assessmentOnline or in person. No obligation to proceed.
At your assessment, ask about
- 01
Your suitability
Your health, weight history and what you want to achieve.
- 02
Your options
How MagDI compares with other treatments for you.
- 03
Your recovery
Likely benefits, risks, time off and support afterwards.
- 04
Your treatment plan
The cost, what is included and your next steps.
How our patients describe Auralia
Listened to.
Never judged.
“I felt it was the first time in my life I was genuinely being listened to and not just blamed or judged for being overweight.”
A little more clarity
Questions
worth asking.
It’s natural to have questions, especially about something new. Bring all of them to your assessment.
Your care stays in Ireland.
A specialist team, local follow-up and support after surgery.
Is MagDI surgery?
Yes. It is keyhole surgery under general anaesthesia. Magnets form the intestinal connection. If your plan includes a gastric sleeve, that part of the operation removes part of the stomach and uses staples.
Who could it suit?
MagDI may be considered for selected adults for whom weight-loss or metabolic surgery is appropriate, including some people who have already had weight-loss surgery. Your medical history and goals matter. An assessment is the right place to find out; you do not need to work out your eligibility yourself.
It’s new. What do we know so far?
MagDI is new to Ireland. Published studies and clinical experience are growing, and longer-term follow-up continues. Dr Loy will explain the evidence, what is still being learned and what that means for your decision.
Read a published study of MagDI with a sleeve (opens in a new tab) ↗
How much weight could I lose?
Results depend on your treatment pathway, starting point and ongoing care. Outcomes from MagDI combined with a sleeve should not be treated as outcomes for MagDI alone. Dr Loy will discuss realistic expectations for your circumstances.
What are the risks and recovery?
Every operation carries risks, including bleeding, infection and the possibility of further treatment. Recovery depends on your health and treatment plan. Many patients stay one night, with a longer stay possible when MagDI is combined with a sleeve. Most return to desk work in one to two weeks. Dr Loy will explain what to expect in your case.
How much does it cost?
The assessment is free. The procedure price depends on your treatment plan. You receive a personalised quote explaining what is included before deciding whether to proceed. The team can also explain available finance options.
Who supports me afterwards?
Auralia provides structured follow-up, dietitian support, its weight-loss app and a 24/7 surgical emergency line. Your individual plan sets out the care and appointments you will receive.
What happens when I send the form?
A patient coordinator calls within one working day to arrange your free assessment with Dr Loy, online or in person. Sending an enquiry does not commit you to treatment.
On this design preview, the form only demonstrates the confirmation. It does not send or save your details.
An informed next step
You can ask questions
before you decide.
Find out whether MagDI could be an option for you.
Request my free assessment With Dr John Loy · Online or in person