Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG), often referred to simply as sleeve gastrectomy, is a surgical weight loss procedure designed to help patients achieve significant and sustainable weight loss. This minimally invasive procedure involves reducing the size of the stomach by approximately 85%, leaving a smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach pouch—allowing the patient to reduce their food intake over time.
At Newvue, we understand the life-changing impact that VSG can have for our patients—especially those with chronic health conditions. Our bariatric surgery team will guide you through every step of your journey towards a healthier, happier life. Schedule your initial consultation for Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy in Seattle with our specialists for more information.
A vertical sleeve gastrectomy is more commonly known as a gastric sleeve and is a bariatric surgery that permanently reduces the size of your stomach. It can help individuals who suffer from obesity to eat less and lose a significant amount of weight.
Offers people with obesity the potential to lose a significant amount of their excess body weight.
Reduces the production of the hunger hormone ghrelin, which helps curb your appetite.
Helps with portion control because your stomach is much smaller.
Can improve or eliminate type 2 diabetes for some people.
May help lower blood pressure, improve sleep apnea, and improve mobility.
May also lower the risk for cardiovascular conditions.
Although these are amazing benefits, not everyone will be able to take advantage of VSG. Ideal candidates in Seattle for Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy are patients who:
Simply meeting these conditions is not enough to be eligible for this procedure. During your initial consultation with our medical team, you will be thoroughly medically evaluated to ensure that you are a good candidate for Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, and that you can undergo this procedure safely.
Dr. Sung has more than 20 years of experience as an expert in bariatric surgery and has over 3,000 procedures to his credit. He specializes in bariatric surgical procedures and endoscopic weight loss that help combat obesity and improve your health, including vertical sleeve gastrectomy. He pioneered outpatient sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass at Swedish Medical Center and served as Washington’s Access to Care Representative, contributing to healthcare policy and legislation.
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Prior to undergoing Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy at Newvue, Seattle patients will need to undergo a comprehensive medical evaluation to assess their overall health and suitability for surgery. This will be conducted during the initial consultation. You may also be required to participate in pre-operative counseling and education sessions to thoroughly understand the procedure, risks, and expected outcomes. Finally, our healthcare team may provide you with dietary or lifestyle recommendations that you will be expected to follow prior to your surgery.
Your procedure will take place under general anesthesia, when our Board-certified plastic surgeon will make several small incisions in your abdomen. Through these incisions, we will carefully insert an instrument called a laparoscope, which is a thin tube with a tiny camera attached, and it allows our plastic surgeon to visualize the surgical area. Using specialized surgical instruments, he will remove a large portion of your stomach, leaving behind a sleeve-shaped pouch. The smaller stomach size will help you feel full sooner and eat less, facilitating weight loss.
Following Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy surgery, Seattle patients may experience some discomfort, swelling, and fatigue—this is very normal and nothing to be alarmed about. For the best chances of an optimal recovery, it is essential to follow our plastic surgeon’s post-operative directions and guidance carefully, including dietary guidelines and activity restrictions.
For the first few weeks, or as directed by our plastic surgeon, you will be required to avoid strenuous activity. Depending on the nature of your job, you may be required to take a leave of absence for a few weeks to facilitate your recovery. Most of our patients can expect to return to normal activities within a few weeks.
Weight loss will happen gradually over the following months, as you reduce your food intake. By around six months to a year following the treatment, most patients will achieve their maximum weight loss, and their weight will begin to stabilize. Individual results will vary, and you should support your weight loss with the following guidelines, which will optimize your recovery:
In addition to these guidelines, and any others recommended to you by our surgical team, you should also attend all follow-up appointments as scheduled so that we can monitor your progress on an ongoing basis.
If you are ready to take control of your weight and transform your life with Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy in Seattle, schedule your consultation at Newvue Medical with our team of highly-trained plastic surgery specialists and healthcare professionals. They are here to support you every step of the way, from initial consultation to post-operative follow ups.
We have helped countless patients regain control of their lives—and you can be next. Together, we will help you achieve your weight loss goals and embrace a healthier, happier future.
No. Gastric sleeve surgery is permanent and cannot be reversed. During this surgery, about 80% of the stomach tissue is removed and the remainders stapled together to permanently change the stomach’s size and shape.
Vertical sleeve gastrectomy reduces how hungry you feel by lowering the levels of ghrelin (the hunger hormone) in your body. Ghrelin is manufactured and released mainly by the part of your stomach that is removed. Many patients notice their appetite is significantly reduced for at least a few years after their surgery.
Yes. The stomach can gradually expand if you regularly consume large portions and overeat consistently. Your stomach will never return to its original pre-surgery size, but overeating can reduce the amount of restriction the gastric sleeve surgery created and make it harder to maintain your results.
Some patients report having difficulty tolerating foods like dry meats, bread, rice, pasta, and foods high in fat and sugar. These foods can make you feel bloated or heavy or cause prolonged discomfort if you eat too fast or too much.
Yes. Some people deal with side effects like gastric reflux, nutritional deficiencies, food intolerance, and sometimes weight regain. Side effects can sometimes be kept under control through healthy lifestyle habits, watching your diet, and sometimes with medications.
Yes. Even though the surgery only reduces the size of your stomach and does not skip part of the digestive process like gastric bypass, patients should still take daily vitamin and mineral supplements.. Because the surgery limits the portion sizes you can eat, it is more challenging to get enough nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, calcium, and vitamin D from just the food you eat.
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