Gastric Sleeve Surgery
in Tijuana, Mexico
Expert gastric sleeve surgery (VSG) performed by our board-certified surgical team at a fully accredited Tijuana hospital. Serving patients from San Diego, Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Vancouver and across the US and Canada — everything included, starts from $3,999.
Struggled With Your Weight for Years?
If you've tried diet after diet, workout plans, and medications without lasting results, you're not alone — and it's not a failure of willpower. Obesity is a complex medical condition, and for many patients, sustainable weight loss requires a medical solution, not another attempt at the same approach that hasn't worked before.
Gastric sleeve surgery is one of the most effective and widely performed bariatric procedures in the world. At our accredited Tijuana surgical center, we provide safe, evidence-based care designed to help you achieve significant, lasting weight loss — with a team that's done this thousands of times.
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What Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Gastric sleeve surgery — also known as sleeve gastrectomy or Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) — is a minimally invasive procedure in which a portion of the stomach is removed so you can consume less food and feel full sooner. The remaining stomach is reshaped into a narrow, banana-shaped sleeve.
This creates powerful, lasting weight-loss effects by:
Unlike gastric bypass, the intestines are not rerouted — the procedure is technically simpler while still delivering substantial, long-term weight reduction. The surgery itself takes about 45–60 minutes and is performed laparoscopically through 3–5 small incisions.
Benefits of Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Health Conditions That May Improve
For many patients, gastric sleeve surgery changes more than their weight — it changes their health.
Individual results vary and are not guaranteed. Your surgeon will discuss realistic expectations for your specific health conditions during your free consultation.
Who Qualifies for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Your eligibility is confirmed during a free, no-obligation consultation — but here's the general criteria we look at.
Cost of Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Mexico
Gastric sleeve surgery in the US or Canada often runs $15,000–$30,000, frequently without hospital stay, hotel or aftercare included. At Lighter Dream, your all-inclusive price starts from $3,999.
Pricing shown is a starting estimate. To find your exact advertising price, contact your Patient Coordinator.
| Location | Gastric Sleeve Cost | What's Typically Included |
|---|---|---|
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | $3,500 – $6,000 | Surgery, hospital, hotel and transfers — aftercare typically limited |
| 🏆 Lighter Dream — Tijuana | Starts From $3,999 All-Inclusive | Surgery, hospital, hotel, meals, transport, coordinator, aftercare |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | ~$10,000 – $13,000 | Self-funded private care; Medicare rebate covers only a small portion |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | ~$11,000 – $15,000 | Private pay; public funding very limited with long wait times |
| 🇺🇸 United States | $15,000 – $25,000 | Surgery and hospital fees only — hotel, transport, aftercare usually extra |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | $18,000 – $30,000 | Private-pay pricing; long wait times through public healthcare |
Australia and New Zealand figures are approximate USD equivalents based on published local pricing; exact costs vary by clinic and exchange rate.
Most patients save $11,000–$21,000 choosing Lighter Dream — with more included than they'd get at home.
Your All-Inclusive Gastric Sleeve Package
One flat price covers your entire journey — no hidden fees, no surprise bills.
Pricing shown is a starting estimate. To find your exact advertising price, contact your Patient Coordinator.
The Gastric Sleeve Journey in Numbers
Gastric Sleeve Recovery — Week by Week
Most patients fly home on Day 3–4 and return to desk work within 1–2 weeks.
Risks & Considerations
Gastric sleeve is a proven, safe procedure with one of the lowest complication rates among bariatric surgeries — but every surgery carries risk. We believe in giving you complete, honest information.
Yes — when performed by qualified surgeons in an accredited facility, complication rates are comparable to the United States.
Tijuana is one of the most established medical tourism destinations in the world, and Lighter Dream has served US and Canadian patients since 2015 with a 4.9★ satisfaction rating.
Read: Is Bariatric Surgery Safe in Mexico? →Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass
Both are highly effective. Here's a straightforward comparison — your surgeon will recommend the best fit during your consultation.
Pros and Cons of Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Why Choose Lighter Dream for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Gastric sleeve procedures are performed by Dr. Jeffery and our board-certified surgical team.
Gastric Sleeve FAQ
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