Gastric sleeve surgery is available at Dr. Núñez Santana - Centro de Obesidad in Santo Domingo and Santiago, Dominican Republic. The certified bariatric center is led by Dr. Núñez Santana, a board-certified weight-loss surgeon with over 10 years of experience in weight-loss procedures.
Gastric sleeve surgery reduces the stomach’s size, helping patients eat less. The center reports that patients may lose 50–70% of their excess weight within 12 months. Individual results vary.
Hospital stays for gastric sleeve surgery typically last 5–7 days. Recovery takes about one week, though each patient’s timeline can differ.
Bariatric surgery may be considered for people with a BMI of 40 or higher. People with a BMI of 35 or higher may also qualify if they have conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea. A medical team can assess whether surgery is suitable.
The center focuses on weight-loss care and has a multidisciplinary team of seven doctors. It has treated international patients from over 50 countries.
To learn whether gastric sleeve surgery may suit your needs, you can request a consultation through Bookimed.
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Dr. Núñez Santana – Centro de Obesidad is a specialized bariatric center in the Dominican Republic. The facility operates two practice locations: Clínica Abreu in Santo Domingo and HEMA in Santiago. A team of 7 doctors provides complete care for surgical and non-surgical weight loss.
Dr. Núñez Santana is a Board Certified Weight Loss Surgeon in the Dominican Republic. The practice carries the Bariátrico Certificado designation, confirming its adherence to recognized bariatric standards. The clinic has treated patients from over 50 countries.
The clinic treats patients with severe obesity and related health conditions. Eligible candidates include those with a BMI of 40 or higher. Patients with a BMI of 35 who have comorbidities like type II diabetes or hypertension also qualify. The team offers several intervention levels:
Endoscopic treatments like ESG are outpatient procedures. Recovery is short – typically around 5 days. The center also uses Endoscopic Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) to correct anatomical changes in previous bypass patients.
Surgeons perform robotic-assisted procedures using the Da Vinci surgical system. This console-based technology allows high-precision movements in complex bariatric cases.
For non-surgical patients, the clinic uses the Allurion Virtual Care Suite. This digital platform connects to tracking devices for real-time monitoring. The medical team follows patient progress throughout the 16-week balloon therapy. During endoscopic sleeve procedures, specialists use a dedicated suturing device and internal cameras to reshape the stomach.
The clinic offers a structured medical tourism program. The international package includes complete preoperative examinations and all hospitalization expenses. Patients receive postoperative medication and long-term nutritional planning as part of their recovery care.
International guests have access to preferred arrangements at 5-star hotels. The medical team provides daily home care support to monitor recovery. All patients receive multidisciplinary follow-up, including metabolic control and emotional support to maintain results.
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