Bariatric Surgery · Medellín
Gastric Sleeve in Medellín
Dr. Mónica Restrepo performs laparoscopic gastric sleeve with her multidisciplinary team: psychology, nutrition, and internal medicine for lasting results.
Personalized response in less than 1 hour
Do any of these symptoms apply to you?
If any of these situations feel familiar, a consultation could be the right first step.
- Significant obesity: "My BMI is between 35 and 45 and I need a definitive solution".
- Failure of conservative treatments: "I have tried diets and medications without sustained results".
- Less complex surgery: "I prefer a simpler procedure than the gastric bypass".
- Comorbidities: "I have hypertension, sleep apnea, or pre-diabetes that I need to control".
- Permanent commitment: "I am willing to maintain healthy eating habits for life".
Treatment goals
What we aim to achieve
Results vary by patient. Dra. Mónica Restrepo Moreno will assess you during the consultation.
Sustained weight loss
Most patients lose between 60 and 70% of excess weight in the first 12-18 months.
Improvement of comorbidities
Significant remission or improvement of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea.
Less complex surgery
It does not modify intestinal anatomy, simpler than bypass with fewer long-term nutritional complications.
Quality of life
Notable improvement in mobility, energy, self-esteem, and quality of life beyond physical change.
How it works
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Multidisciplinary assessment
Consultation with Dr. Mónica, nutrition, psychology, and internal medicine to confirm candidacy.
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Preoperative preparation
Diet to reduce hepatic fat, complete laboratory tests, and psychological evaluation.
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Laparoscopic procedure
Approximately 80% of the stomach is removed, creating a tubular stomach with reduced capacity.
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Hospitalization
1-2 days of hospitalization with progressive nutrition and early ambulation.
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Multidisciplinary follow-up
Monthly controls during the first year for nutrition, psychology, and bariatric medicine.
The choice
Why choose Dra. Mónica Restrepo Moreno?
- 18 years of experience
- Medical training: Universidad CES
- Professional registration COL-MR-6620
- 19 patients have left a Google review
- In-person consultation in Medellín
Frequently asked questions
How much weight will I lose with the gastric sleeve?
Is the sleeve reversible?
How long is the recovery?
Will I have to take vitamins forever?
Where to visit
Torre Médica COMEDAL - Clínica CES
Cll 20 # 43F-113, Consultorio 1017, Ciudad del Río
Medellín
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The information on this page is for guidance only and does not replace a medical consultation. Results vary by patient. Any therapeutic decision must be agreed directly with Mónica Restrepo Moreno after an individual evaluation.