Nicholson Clinic
recognized as a Center of Excellence by ASMBS.

Dr. Nick operates at facilities that have been awarded the Blue Distinction® designation by Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Find out how our cash pay plans work for you.

Whether you choose to finance or decide on cash, don't get caught spending more money long-term. Click to see all the extras we've included in our self pay weight loss surgery fee.

Gastric Bypass - $17,200*
Gastric Sleeve - $12,200*
LAP-BAND® - $13,000*

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How will weight loss surgery affect more than just my weight?

Why should I choose the Nicholson Clinic?

Why should I attend a free seminar?

Will I get to speak with someone one-on-one at the seminar?

Should I bring a friend or loved one with me to the seminar?

What do I need to know about LAP-BAND surgery?

What do I need to know about gastric bypass surgery?

What do I need to know about sleeve gastrectomy?

What do I need to know about revisional surgery?

Why are prices so low at the Nicholson Clinic?

Am I a candidate for weight loss surgery?

How much weight will I lose?

Will the Nicholson Clinic help me with the insurance process?

What are the benefits of cash pay at the Nicholson Clinic?

What are the cash pay options on a LAP-BAND?

How are cash pay plans at the Nicholson Clinic different than elsewhere?

Why should I choose weight loss surgery?

How can I learn about my weight loss surgery options?

What is minimally invasive weight loss surgery?

Why is minimally invasive weight loss surgery so popular?

Would I be a good candidate for minimally invasive weight loss surgery?

How did Dr. Nick get into bariatric surgery?

What if I am an out of town patient?

What does it mean to be a center of excellence?

Am I high risk if I have a BMI of 30+?

Will weight loss surgery cure any of my existing health problems?

Where does Dr. Nick perform surgery?

Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve)

Generates weight loss through gastric restriction (reduced stomach volume)

What you need to know about Sleeve Gastrectomy

The sleeve gastrectomy (also known as gastric sleeve surgery) is sometimes the best solution for those who are concerned about the potential long-term side effects of a gastric bypass. Gastric sleeve involves resecting the portion of the stomach responsible for making the hormone grehlin, which is a major contributing hormone to feeling hunger. Most sleeve gastrectomy patients have a markedly diminished appetite immediately after surgery. People who need to take anti-inflammatory medications may want to consider this. Typically, these medications need to be avoided after a gastric bypass because the risk of developing ulcers from these medications may increase.

The Result

Gastric sleeve generates weight loss solely through gastric restriction (reduced stomach volume). The stomach is restricted by dividing it vertically. This part of the sleeve gastrectomy is not reversible. The stomach that remains is shaped like a banana. The nerves to the stomach and the outlet valve (pylorus) remain intact with the idea of preserving the functions of the stomach while reducing the volume. By comparison, in a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, the stomach is divided, not removed, and the pylorus is excluded.