Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) permanently removes about 60-80% of the stomach to limit how much you can eat and reduce hunger hormones.
In a sleeve gastrectomy the surgeon removes the larger curved portion of the stomach, leaving a banana-shaped sleeve. It is most often performed laparoscopically or with da Vinci robotic assistance, and local Sarasota-Bradenton centers typically do it as a one-to-two-night stay or, for qualified candidates, outpatient. Because no intestinal rerouting is involved, the sleeve is generally simpler than gastric bypass, though results and risks vary by individual.
Standard minimally invasive approach through several small incisions.
Robot-assisted version offered at SMH, Manatee and Lakewood Ranch programs.
Covered when medical-necessity criteria (BMI, comorbidities, supervised diet) are met.
Single-day discharge for low-risk candidates at select centers.
A Florida medical license lets a physician practice, but board certification is the signal that a doctor completed accredited residency training and passed rigorous exams in their specialty. Look for certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) member board that matches the care you need — and verify it yourself.
Procedure facts on this page draw on authoritative medical sources. Confirm specifics in a consultation.
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