Achieve your ideal weight and a complete metabolic reset with Dr. Sandy’s minimally invasive Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG)
If you have spent years fighting a losing battle against the scale, it is time to stop blaming yourself. Obesity is a complex medical condition, and diet or exercise alone are often not enough to overcome severe metabolic resistance. The Gastric Sleeve (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy) is the most trusted and frequently performed bariatric procedure worldwide because it targets the root of the problem. By safely removing approximately 80% of your stomach, we not only reduce its physical capacity but also eliminate the main source of the hunger hormone, Ghrelin. This provides a true metabolic reset—effectively turning off intense physical cravings and giving you the powerful tool you need to reclaim your health, your mobility, and your life.
The Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy) is a minimally invasive bariatric surgery where we remove about 80% of the stomach, leaving a narrow, tube-like 'sleeve' roughly the size and shape of a banana. This procedure works in two powerful ways: first, it significantly reduces the amount of food your stomach can hold, helping you feel full much faster. Second, it removes the portion of the stomach that produces 'ghrelin' (the hunger hormone), dramatically reducing your appetite and cravings. Choosing where to have your gastric sleeve surgery is an important decision, and our team is committed to making that experience as safe, smooth, and supportive as possible. With Dr. Sandy Martinez, you receive personalized bariatric care, clear guidance at every stage, and a treatment plan designed around your health goals.
The Gastric Sleeve is often the perfect, life-changing choice if:
-You have a BMI of 30 or higher: It is highly effective for a wide range of weight loss goals.
-You want a straightforward procedure: It simply reduces stomach size without rerouting your intestines.
-You struggle with constant hunger: It removes the portion of the stomach responsible for producing hunger hormones.
-You want a simpler vitamin routine: It carries a lower risk of long-term nutritional deficiencies compared to malabsorptive surgeries.
-You do not have severe acid reflux (GERD):
Note: If you suffer from severe chronic heartburn, a Gastric Bypass might be a better clinical option for you, which we can discuss during your consultation.
During gastric sleeve surgery, anatomical and physiological changes are made to achieve weight loss. A consultation is your first step to getting approved for gastric sleeve treatment. Dr. Martinez can review your medical history and develop a weight loss surgery plan that fits your needs.
From your first virtual consultation to long-term follow-up, Dr. Sandy and her team are with you every step of the way. Your journey includes all required pre-op tests, airport pick-up and drop-off, and the option to bring one companion as part of your care experience.
Your package includes one hotel night for you and your companion, scheduled before or after surgery based on your travel plans.
Enjoy a private hospital room for two nights with 24/7 bilingual care and in-room amenities.
Before you return home, our licensed nutritionist will review your post-op diet plan and long-term success guidelines with you in person.
Gastric Sleeve surgery can transform not only your body weight, but also your energy, mobility, and long-term health.
The gastric sleeve is a quick procedure that only takes about 45 minutes to an hour to complete in our Tijuana, Mexico, practice. Most sleeve gastrectomy patients will begin to see results from the surgery within weeks, like weight loss and health improvements.
Overeating can be a habit that's hard to break for many people. Gastric sleeve surgery lowers your appetite both physically and mentally. It reduces stomach size and removes the fundus, therefore reducing the secretion of ghrelin (the "hunger hormone") in the stomach.
Take preventative action for your health by undergoing a sleeve gastrectomy. Patients can drastically reduce their chance of developing weight-related conditions like high blood pressure, high levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, and sleep disorders.
