Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) at Spire Bushey Hospital
Reduces feelings of hunger and capacity to eat by shrinking your stomach.
At Spire Bushey Hospital, our consultants can carry out gastric sleeve surgery to help you lose weight if being obese is affecting your health, life or confidence.
Gastric sleeve surgery is when part of your stomach is removed to reduce its size, which limits the quantity you can eat and reduces your appetite.
Sometimes also called
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Partial gastrectomy
- Bariatric surgery
- Weight loss surgery
The procedure(s) listed above are examples only and may not be available at all Spire hospitals.
At a glance
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Typical hospital stay
2 nights -
Procedure duration
1-2 hours -
Type of anaesthetic
General -
Available to self-pay?
Yes -
Covered by health insurance?
Some insurers, by exception
Why Spire?
- Fast access to a wide range of treatments
- Consultants who are experts in their field
- Clear, simple pricing and flexible payment options
- Rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission
Gastric sleeve surgery: what to expect at Spire Bushey
Spire Bushey is one of north London and Hertfordshire’s leading private hospitals and we take pride in delivering high-quality care. We have a team of bariatric surgeons who are supported by bariatric nurses and a dietitian to help you in your recovery and weight loss journey and you'll also be invited to join our monthly support group hosted by our dietitian. They'll work together to provide you with a treatment and recovery plan that’s designed for your own needs.
More than 80% of our patients lose 80% of their excess body weight.
Q & A
Simon Monkhouse, Consultant Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon
Talking about gastric sleeve surgery
How much does Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) cost at Spire Bushey Hospital
It’s a common operation to have done privately, and our inclusive prices and access to payment plans make it easy and more affordable, even if you don’t have medical insurance.
| Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | £200 | ||
| Treatment price | £12,420 | ||
| Aftercare | Included | ||
| From price | From £12,620 | ||
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Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
£280 | ||
| Representative example | |
|---|---|
| Loan amount | £11,170 |
| Deposit | £1,250 |
| Loan period | 48 months |
| Representative APR | 9.9% |
| Total amount repayable | £13,440 |
The price shown is the ‘from price’ (ie the minimum cost of the procedure). Please note that for some procedures the actual price you are quoted may vary significantly and can increase depending on your choice of Consultant (who is an independent practitioner and not an employee of Spire). The fees charged by Consultants and Anaesthetists are set independently and are outside the control of Spire. The price may also vary depending on the type of anaesthetic, implant or drug used, and your medical history.
Spire Bushey Hospital can provide you with a single, fixed price for your procedure so there are no surprises. Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price when paying for yourself. Finance options are available through our partner Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd, 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD.
Preparing for gastric sleeve surgery at Spire Bushey
Getting here
Spire Bushey Hospital is situated within easy access to the M1/M25 motorways, underground and overground train stations. We have free on-site parking for you and your visitors.
Your consultations
Your initial appointments will take place in one of our accessible consultation rooms. During your consultations, we’ll:
- Find out about your medical history
- Explain the different surgical methods and what's recommended for you
- Tell you about the general anaesthetic and how it may affect you
- Explain your personalised aftercare, diet and exercise plans and how the surgery will affect your lifestyle in the long term
- Discuss any risks and complications and how they may affect you personally
Your consultations give you the opportunity to ask any questions you have about your treatment or aftercare. You may want to make a note of any questions you have in advance.
Once you and your consultant have decided to go ahead with gastric sleeve surgery, you’ll be assessed by a dietitian and possibly a psychologist. You’ll also need to have a pre-operative assessment which may include:
- An electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Blood tests
- Endoscopy
- Sleep studies
- Echocardiography
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Gastric sleeve surgery: your procedure
When you arrive on the day of your surgery, we’ll show you to your own private, en-suite room where you’ll have access to all the facilities you’d expect.
You’ll meet your consultant, anaesthetist and the surgical team. Before the operation, you'll be given a general anaesthetic so you'll be asleep during the procedure. Once ready, your consultant will carry out the surgery to remove part of your stomach.
The surgery usually takes one to two hours, but you’ll stay in hospital for up to two days after your surgery.
Your aftercare and recovery
During your stay, you’ll be given painkillers for any discomfort. Your nursing team will make sure you’re comfortable with everything you need.
We’ll have follow-up appointments with you after you leave hospital. These will be for a year after your surgery, and you're also invited to join our monthly support group ran by our dietitian. You'll also have private consultations with our dietitian and access to them via email, telephone and our private weight loss surgery Facebook group. Our dedicated Facebook group is for patients only and is an opportunity for you to get advice and support from other patients.
Although everyone’s different, here’s a typical recovery guide for gastric sleeve surgery:
Treatment and recovery timeline
2 days
2 years
2 days
Leave hospital
1-3 weeks
Return to work, depending on your job
4 weeks
May be able to drive
4-6 weeks
Follow a controlled, monitored diet
3-6 months
Less symptoms of rapid weight loss
2 years
Most weight loss will have happened
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2 days
Leave hospital
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1-3 weeks
Return to work, depending on your job
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4 weeks
May be able to drive
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4-6 weeks
Follow a controlled, monitored diet
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3-6 months
Less symptoms of rapid weight loss
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2 years
Most weight loss will have happened
The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.
How to get to us
Spire Bushey Hospital is situated within easy access of the M1 and M25 motorways. We are only 15 miles from London, 45 minutes drive from Luton airport and around five miles from Watford town centre, with its fast and regular train services to the capital.
Spire Bushey Hospital,
Heathbourne Road
Bushey
Hertfordshire
WD23 1RD
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