Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve by Surgeon with 3,500+ Bariatric Procedures Performed · Gastric Sleeve
at Dr. Rodrigo Prieto Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Center - Guadalajara, MexicoWhat this package gets you
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Dr. Rodrigo Prieto Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Center - Guadalajara, Mexico
Dr. Rodrigo Prieto Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Center
Located in Guadalajara, Mexico, Dr. Rodrigo Prieto's center specializes in comprehensive bariatric and metabolic surgery solutions. Led by an experienced surgical team, the center is dedicated to helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improved metabolic health through advanced surgical techniques.
Our Specialties
- Bariatric surgery procedures
- Metabolic surgery
- Weight loss solutions
Our Approach
The center combines surgical expertise with personalized patient care. Each patient receives a tailored treatment plan designed to meet their individual health goals and circumstances. The team prioritizes comprehensive support throughout your journey, from initial consultation through post-operative care and follow-up.
What to Expect
Patients benefit from modern surgical facilities and professional medical staff committed to safety and excellent outcomes. The center welcomes international patients and is positioned to provide the quality bariatric and metabolic care you deserve in a welcoming Guadalajara setting.
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Stay & travel
From inquiry to your 12-month review
Most patients fly home on day 3 or 4. Office work with a hat is fine after day 10; client-facing work most patients delay until day 14. Final result settles between months 9 and 12.
Pre-op liver-shrink diet begins
High-protein, low-carb diet to reduce liver size and surgical risk. Dietitian contacts you by video call with a meal plan.
Pre-operative assessment
Blood panel, chest X-ray, ECG, anaesthesia consultation and bariatric dietitian briefing. Nil by mouth from midnight.
Surgery
General anaesthesia. Five small keyhole incisions. 75–80% of the stomach removed laparoscopically, leaving a narrow gastric sleeve. Approx. 60–90 minutes.
ICU / recovery ward
IV fluids and pain management. Encouraged to sit up and walk within 4–6 hours. Sips of water started when peristalsis confirmed.
Ward recovery
Progressing from sips to clear liquids. Pain well-controlled with oral analgesia. Bariatric nurse reviews diet stages.
Leak test
Water-soluble contrast swallow to confirm sleeve integrity. Discharge criteria met — no leak, tolerating 500 ml+ liquids per day.
Fly home
Cleared after leak test. Compression stockings for the flight. Written 4-stage diet progression plan in your bag.
Dietitian check-in
Video call. Advancing to soft foods. Weight and tolerance reviewed. Common questions on head hunger and portion size addressed.
Mid-point weight review
Expected 50–60% excess weight loss by this point. Video with the bariatric team. Vitamins and labs reviewed.
One-year outcome review
Full metabolic panel, weight trajectory and quality-of-life assessment. Maintenance strategy agreed with the dietitian.
The questions you'd ask a friend who'd already done it
How long do I stay in the country?
Plan for around 7-10 days to cover surgery, recovery and the leak test before flying.
Is the weight loss permanent?
Sustained results depend on following the post-op diet and lifestyle guidance provided.
Can I fly after surgery?
Flying is usually cleared from about one week post-op, after the leak test.