Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) in Spain typically costs from $8,500 to $13,000. Prices depend on the surgical technique, the clinic prestige, and the specific city, with major medical hubs in Barcelona, Madrid, and Alicante. Patients save around 51% compared to the US, where the average price is $22,000. These packages generally include the surgeon's fee, anesthesia, hospital stay, and initial follow-up care.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a high-volume center in Barcelona offers exceptional value due to specialized expertise. For instance, Centro Médico Teknon handles 23,500 operations annually and is JCI-accredited. You can find premium packages there for approximately $25,750. These often include world-renowned surgeons like Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez. He has performed over 12,000 procedures. This level of experience often leads to significantly shorter recovery periods.
| Spain | Turkey | The USA | |
| Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) | from $8,500 | from $3,000 | from $18,000 |
| Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery | from $9,000 | from $5,650 | from $24,000 |
Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez, a pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with 12,000+ procedures, performs the sleeve gastrectomy using advanced minimally invasive techniques for less pain and faster recovery. The program at the Centro Médico Teknon costs approximately $25,122. It includes a consultation with Dr. Ballesta, an official medical opinion, and personalized budget creation. The JCI-accredited clinic's dedicated Bariatric Unit offers a structured 10-day recovery program.
12,000+ laparoscopic surgeries performed at Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center – Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive techniques.
Director of Obesity Therapy Department
Specialist in endocrinology and nutrition
Written by Anna Leonova
Written by Vira Stagnik
Written by Anna Leonova
