Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Gastric Sleeve Surgery is a relatively new procedure of bariatric surgery.This surgery is known by many names as well like: Gastric Sleeve Resection,Sleeve Gastrectomy, Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, Tube Gastrectomy, laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy and VSG.

This surgical procedure for obesity treatment is suitable for the people who are fearful of undergoing other invasive weight loss surgeries. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery quotes that, “This is the most useful application of gastric sleeve surgery at this time, because it appears to be faster and/or easier than other weight loss surgeries in these high-risk people”.

Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Cancun, Tijuana, Mexico: How does it work?

Though initially designed for acute obesity correction, these days this process is carried out on people with low BMI as well. This surgery is performed with the help of a laparoscope, so there is no major incisions on the body. A small part of the stomach that is responsible for the secretion of ‘hunger hormones’ is removed with the help of the laparoscope. This reduces your hunger pangs. The leftover portion of the stomach is sealed with staples.

This surgery is much less complex than other surgeries like mini gastric bypass or full gastric bypass. In gastric sleeve surgery the pyloric valve and small intestine are left intact. This surgery does not involve any implants or insertion of any medical device into the body.

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Gastric Sleeve Surgery: What are its advantages?

This surgery is effective in losing 30-50% of excess weight for the first six to twelve months. Patients who undergo gastric sleeve surgery can expect to lose 60-70% of their excess weight. If weight loss is insufficient following the surgery, other mal-absorptive weight loss surgeries such as the mini gastric bypass or full gastric bypass can be performed for further weight loss.

Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Cancun and Tijuana, Mexico

In short, the main features of gastric sleeve surgery can be summarized as:

• 30-50% excess weight loss within a year and up to 70% within 2 years
• Does not need leave big incision on the body
• No implants and devices positioned in the body
• Safe for people with high BMI
• Suitable for patients with complex medical conditions and with prior surgery record
• No dietary restrictions after surgery
• Additional weight loss surgery can be performed at later stage if required

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Gastric Balloon Surgery

The Intra Gastric Balloon is a non-surgical very minimal invasive procedure that involves the placement of an empty silicone balloon into the stomach endoscopically and then it is filled with a blue tinted saline solution. Patients are under sedation during this procedure. The entire procedure takes approximately 15 minutes and patients are able to return to their accommodations very shortly afterwards.

The adjustment period is approximately 2 to 3 days. The Intra Gastric Balloon is a great way to lose weight and it is a completely reversible procedure. A normal weight loss in a 6 month period is anywhere from 30 – 40 lbs.

Intra Gastric Balloon Procedure in Cancun, Tijuana, Mexico: How does it work?

The Intra Gastric Balloon System is a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical aid in the treatment of obesity. Together with a nutritional plan and behavior modification program, it can help patients reach their weight loss goals.

The Intra Gastric Balloon System is made of a gentle, expandable balloon, a placement tube and a filling station so our bariatric surgeon can orally insert the weight loss aid.

Once inserted in the stomach, the empty balloon is filled with sterile, blue, saline solution. When full, the balloon is too large to pass into the bowel and will now float freely in the stomach offering a good restriction on the amount of food a patient can consume post procedure.

Gastric Ballon Surgery

Intra Gastric Balloon: What are its advantages?

The Intra Gastric Balloon currently can be placed for six months. Longer periods of use are not suggested. With time the acidic content of the stomach will weaken and break down the balloon material and cause the balloon to deflate inside of the stomach. If your physician recommends a use of the gastric balloon for longer than six months, it is necessary that the balloon be replaced with a new one when the six-month interval has been met.

Intra Gastric Balloon Procedure in Cancun and Tijuana, Mexico

In short, the main features of gastric balloon procedure can be summarized as:

It is important for patients to understand that the Intra Gastric Balloon Procedure is a tool to weight reduction and must be used together with a prescribed diet and behavior modification program. The amount of weight you lose will depend on how closely you follow your diet. How long you maintain your weight loss will depend on how completely you adopt long-term lifestyle changes involving eating behavior and exercise.

More than likely the presence of the gastric balloon in the stomach will cause nausea or vomiting for a few days after inserted. Your Doctor will prescribe medication to relieve these feelings.

There also exists the possibility that you will lose only a small amount of weight or lose no weight at all while using the balloon. As stated earlier, your commitment and desire to change and lose weight is a pivotal factor in the success of the intra gastric balloon.

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Obesity Solutions – Cancun and Tijuana, Mexico

On behalf of Dr. Sergio Verboonen 1 800 210 5124

Before and After Weight Loss Surgery

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Lap Band Surgery

The Lap-Band Surgery is a minimally invasive laparoscopic medical method to get rid of chronic obesity. It involves surgically implanting a device inside the body. The device consists of a hollow silicone band, tubing, and an access port. This procedure takes from 20 to 30 minutes in the operating room and is considered one of the least invasive of the bariatric procedures performed in Mexico.

Lap Band Surgery: Lap Band Surgery is very effective:

• If a person is chronically obese for last more than five years.
• If the obesity is severe
• Non-surgical weight loss methods did not work
• Traditional ways and lifestyle changes did not yield any good results

A person who is willing to undergo the surgery must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of at least 35, or a BMI of at least 30 with one or more unhealthy physical conditions, or at least 100 pounds over his / her estimated ideal weight.

Lap Band Surgery

Lap Band Surgery in Cancun and in Tijuana, Mexico: How does it work?

During lap band surgery or gastric banding, a band is placed around the upper part of the stomach. This separation physically reduces the size of the stomach to hold very small quantity of food.

The restricted opening between the stomach pouch and the rest of the stomach controls the speed of food that passes from the pouch. This minimizes the amount of food that can be eaten at a time; and also takes more time to digest whatever food you have eaten.

This surgery also gives the option to increase or decrease the pouch size as per your need by inflating or deflating the hollow lap-band; thereby controlling the opening and the speed of food passage.

The passage can be made wider by deflating the lap band. This causes the food to pass more quickly. This adjustment is made possible by adding or removing the fluid inside the hollow lap band through a small button-like part called access port that is placed under the skin in a muscle in the chest wall. This access port is connected to the lap-band by tubing.

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Before and After Weight Loss Surgery

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Bariatric Surgery in Mexico

Save money and stay close to home

There is no need for you to travel half way around the world to some exotic country for your bariatric surgery procedure. You can stay close to home and save up to 70% on your medical treatment in Mexico: Weight loss surgery in Mexico. Allow Obesity Solutions organize all the details for your journey to a lighter you. We take care of all the logistics and prepare you a worry free/ hassle free experience.

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Bariatric Surgery in Mexico

Dr. Sergio Verboonen Obesity Team is one of the world leaders in bariatric procedures and treatments that are related to conditions caused by extreme weight gain. Our most popular laparoscopic procedures are: Intra Gastric Balloon, Gastric Banding, Gastric Plication, Gastric Sleeve, Mini Gastric Bypass, Full Gastric Bypass and Conversion Surgeries.

With state-of-the-art facilities that can compare and exceed with American hospitals, Mexico has become one of the premier destinations for US medical tourists. Waiting times, such in Canada and Europe are not a problem in Mexico and are literally unheard of. An additional benefit to the medical traveler to Mexico is the advantage for additional savings on prescription medicine for a quicker and smoother aftercare. Mexican costs of medicines are almost half those of the USA and Canada.

International patients in Mexico are offered their own private room and face-to-face personal interaction with their doctor or surgeon. Hospitals and clinics are equipped with up-to-date technology, well-trained doctors and on-hand medical staff to cater to all types of medical tourists.

Dr. Sergio Verboonen program is completely transparent and we are delighted to introduction you to our patients to allow them to share their experience directly with you.

What we do for you

As a group of Canadian and Mexican professionals, located in Mexico we take care of all aspects for your medical treatment in Cancun or Tijuana, Mexico

• Help you research your medical treatment
• Get you Free online consultations with our physicians
• Get you the best price and most experienced surgical team
• Scheduling the most convenient surgery date for you
• Helping with the organization of travel arrangements such as flights and hotels
• Personally meeting and assisting you here in Mexico
• Follow up with you and your after care physician

More about medical tourism in Mexico

According to the World Health Organization Mexico has been a popular destination for US citizens seeking health care. Its proximity to the United States, the relatively low travel costs and short flight times have been drawing Americans and Canadians in increasing numbers to save money.

Are costs savings of medical tourism due to lower standards of medicine in Mexico?

This is not so, medical standards in Mexico are the same as international standards. The Bariatric surgeons we work with have completed training or fellowships in the US and also in Europe and also attend International and National Bariatric Conventions on a yearly basis.Are the hospitals and Surgery Centers in Cancun and Tijuana well equipped and up to international standards?

Mexico has several private hospitals that are designed to provide world-class medical care. These hospitals utilize the best medical equipment and technology that is available world-wide. Some of our hospitals are certified by the Joint Commission International, to ensure that they meet rigorous international standards. We also work with Surgery Centers that have been carefully evaluated and selected and meet high standards to offer a lower cost alternative to patients as well. Our patients are able to choose where they want to operate. We provide them with the information that they require to make a well informed decision on surgery locations.

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On behalf of Dr. Sergio Verboonen 1 800 210 5124