Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
Vertical sleeve gastrectomy, or gastric sleeve surgery, represents a vast improvement over previous surgical weight loss solutions. By removing 75-85% of the stomach and reshaping what remains into a sleeve that slows intake and quickens that feel of satiety, vertical sleeve gastrectomy offers immediate weight loss results. This technique is truly revolutionizing the field of bariatric surgery.
In fact, further advancements in vertical sleeve gastrectomy are already being employed by a small, elite group of surgeons. Here at Dr. Feiz & Associates, we use a new technique called the STARR Treatment to perform vertical sleeve gastrectomy with only a single, small incision to the abdominal area. This is called micro sleeve surgery, and it enables patient to experience less post-operative pain and a faster, more comfortable recovery period.
If you are interested in learning more about the STARR Treatment or any of the other cutting edge work being performed here at Dr. Feiz & Associates, don’t hesitate to contact us for a free consultation. Experts like Dr. Michael Feiz and his colleague Dr. Monali Misra are standing by to address all your questions and concerns.
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
In the capable hands of a skilled and experienced surgeon, vertical sleeve gastrectomy represents a potentially dramatic weight loss option for patients struggling with morbid obesity. Essentially, during a vertical sleeve gastrectomy, the surgeons will excise 75-85% of the stomach and alter what remains into the shape of a sleeve, allowing better regulation of food intake. After a vertical sleeve gastrectomy, a patient should be able to feel full faster, and for longer periods of time.
Vertical sleeve gastrectomy is one of several different ways to treat morbid obesity. If you are interested in this procedure, you should consult with Dr. Michael Feiz’s team of bariatric experts about what approach would be best suited for you. Not everyone is healthy enough for a vertical sleeve gastrectomy, in which less invasive techniques such as the Lap Band may be considered. The surgeons at Dr. Feiz & Associates will explain all the benefits and risks of every weight loss method. A good place to start is scheduling a FREE consultation with our office, or attending a FREE informational seminar run by our top surgeons. There is a light at the end of the tunnel for people suffering from morbid obesity, and our renowned team is prepared to help you get there. All you have to do is take the first step.
