Bariatric Revision Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico
Experiencing side effects from bariatric surgery like acid reflux or heartburn can be frustrating, but not as frustrating as gaining back the weight you’ve lost.
If you’re concerned about the efficacy or side effects of your gastric sleeve or gastric bypass procedure, speak with a Board-Certified surgeon from ALO Bariatrics today to see if gastric sleeve revision or gastric bypass revision in Tijuana, Mexico is right for you.
Why Travel to Mexico for Bariatric Revision Surgery
Thousands of people travel to Mexico every year for medical procedures, searching for alternatives to the expensive services offered in the United States and Canada who still wish to receive safe yet affordable care.
ALO Bariatrics is the premier destination for medical tourists worldwide, making life-changing bariatric revision surgery in Mexico stress-free and straightforward at a fraction of the cost. Make the travel arrangements, then everything else is taken care of for you. Our all-inclusive pricing includes:
- All medical-related expenses.
- A stay at a luxurious hotel.
- A personal chauffeur to ensure you feel safe and comfortable during your time in Mexico.
You’ll receive exceptional care from bilingual nurses and a certified nutritionist so you can focus on the next steps in your weight loss journey.
As a pioneer in the bariatric surgery space in Mexico, Dr. Alejandro Lopez treats all of his patients like family and is vested in the success of your weight loss. With advanced training in bariatric surgery from Cook County Hospital in Chicago and the National Western Medical Center in Guadalajara, Dr. Lopez and his team’s commitment to your health is unparalleled.
Reasons to Get Bariatric Revision Surgery
If you’ve undergone gastric bypass surgery or gastric sleeve surgery, the goal is to get the best results, with minimal side effects. This should be the standard, not the exception.
After your surgery, adhering to your surgeon’s instructions is crucial to your recovery and the long-term effectiveness of your procedure. Even with the most experienced surgeons and excellent aftercare, complications can still occur that need to be addressed.
Reasons our patients come to Mexico for gastric sleeve revision and gastric bypass revision include:
- Not losing enough weight or gaining weight back after some time.
- Developing new health conditions like diabetes or hypertension even after surgery.
- Worsening of existing health conditions, like hypertension, diabetes, and sleep apnea
- Anatomical complications, such as hernias, can occur over time that need correction. For example, overeating can cause the stomach to stretch and become larger, even after a gastric sleeve or gastric bypass surgery.
If complications arise, ALO Bariatrics is here to help. Dr. Lopez and can perform minimally invasive gastric sleeve revision as well as gastric bypass revision safely in Mexico at a fraction of the cost.
You don’t have to live with the side effects of a poorly performed surgery. Let ALO Bariatrics restore your gastric sleeve or gastric bypass in the comfort of Mexico. Read more to learn about gastric bypass revision and gastric sleeve revision at one of our three locations in Mexico and if you could be a candidate.
Minimally Invasive Techniques
FOR PRECISE REPAIRS
We use minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques whenever possible to revise a LAP-BAND®, gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and more. Surgical tools and an endoscopic camera are inserted through a few small incisions, reducing scarring and recovery times.
Our team is highly skilled at working around scar tissue left by a previous bariatric surgery. And we add an extra safety measure by suturing staple lines to prevent leakage.
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OTHER PRACTICES AREN'T CAPABLE OF PERFORMING
We have performed thousands of successful gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, LAP-BAND, and other weight loss procedures, giving us a unique insight into the bariatric revision surgery process. Two types of methods that set us apart include:
DISTAL BYPASS REVISION
A minimally invasive, low-risk procedure, the distal bypass revision is used to enhance a patient’s initial gastric bypass. This enhancement can lead to more weight loss and decreased side effects for patients. The gastric bypass revision includes shortening the small intestine and redoing the small pouch created at the top of the stomach. Surgeons at ALO Bariatrics have performed thousands of these gastric bypass revisions and are ready to help assist you in reaching your weight loss goals.
Gastric Sleeve to Distal Bypass
Full List of Revision Surgery Procedures
- Revision to distal bypass
- Revision bypass to distal bypass
- Revision from sleeve gastrectomy to distal bypass
- Revision mini bypass to bypass
- Revision LAP-BAND to sleeve
- Revision mini bypass to distal bypass
- Revision LAP-BAND to bypass
- Revision ring to sleeve
- Revision LAP-BAND to mini bypass
- Revision ring to bypass
- Revision LAP-BAND to duodenal switch
- Revision ring to duodenal switch
- Revision LAP-BAND to plication
- Revision ring to SADI
- Revision LAP-BAND to SADI
- Revision plication to sleeve
- Revision sleeve to bypass
- Revision plication to bypass
- Revision sleeve to mini bypass
- Revision plication to mini bypass
- Revision sleeve to distal bypass
- Revision plication to distal bypass
- Revision sleeve to duodenal switch
- Revision plication to duodenal switch
- Revision sleeve to SADI
- Revision plication to SADI
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How Different Surgeries Are Revised
LAP-BAND Revision
LAP-BAND has a high rate of conversion and revisional surgeries. This is due to weight regain, band slippage, and a limit to overall weight loss. Following LAP-BAND removal, common LAP-BAND revision options include conversion to a sleeve gastrectomy or a gastric bypass. The ideal revision method varies from patient to patient based on their current needs and long-term weight loss goals.
Gastric Sleeve Revision
The sleeve gastrectomy rose in popularity due to its relative simplicity. When a gastric sleeve surgery fails to yield results, a surgeon may first act conservatively by re-sleeving, which further reduces the size of the stomach pouch. If that is not a viable option, a failed gastric sleeve can be converted into a gastric bypass. It is also possible to convert the procedure into a duodenal switch. A duodenal switch is a more complicated restrictive and malabsorptive weight loss surgery that bypasses more of the patient’s small intestine than a gastric bypass.
LAP-BAND Revision
LAP-BAND has a high rate of conversion and revisional surgeries. This is due to weight regain, band slippage, and a limit to overall weight loss. Following LAP-BAND removal, common LAP-BAND revision options include conversion to a sleeve gastrectomy or a gastric bypass. The ideal revision method varies from patient to patient based on their current needs and long-term weight loss goals.
What to Expect After Revision Surgery
RECOVERY, HEALING, AND CHANGE
IMMEDIATELY AFTER SURGERY
Following the procedure, we will closely monitor the patient’s health in the hospital. This helps us spot potential complications in the crucial hours after surgery. Once discharged, patients can then return to their nearby hotel to recuperate.
TRANSITIONAL DIET
Much like the initial bariatric surgery, patients will have a transitional diet over the course of the next four to six weeks. Starting with an all-liquid diet, patients will slowly transition back into eating solid foods. This helps with the healing process while also helping patients lose some of their excess weight.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER SURGERY
Patients need to avoid strenuous activity for a few weeks as their body heals. Patients are encouraged to walk for a few minutes several times a day to remain active and promote circulation. As patients regain strength, they can return to work and light physical activity. Once fully healed, normal daily activities and exercise routines can be resumed.
When Will I See Results?
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Revision Surgery Cost
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Payment Options and Financing
ALO Bariatrics accepts cash, credit cards, and money orders. Our offices in Tijuana, Guadalajara, and Puerto Vallarta also offer flexible financing options to make your bariatric revision surgery as affordable as possible.
What's Included in Our Bariatric Surgery Fees?
Private Driver
Chauffeured round-trip transfers from airport to hotel to hospital
Hospital Stay and Costs
Hospital and surgery rooms, surgeon, and anesthesiologist fees
Lodging
You will stay at a modern, relaxing hotel near the local hospital, so you can turn your visit into an experience that feels more like a vacation than medical care
Medical Procedures
Surgery, lab exams, x-rays, medical evaluation, pre-op prep, and more
Post-Op Care
Prescription drugs, certified nurse care, customized nutrition and meal plans from a certified nutritionist
Pricing for Other Weight Loss Surgeries
| Service | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Gastric Sleeve | $4,900 |
| Gastric Bypass | $6,500 |
| ByPass Distal | $7,000 |
| Sadis (single anastomosis DS) | $7,200 |
| Duodenal Switch | $7,500 |
| LAP-BAND | $5,900 |
| BariClip | $5,900 |
| Band Removal (includes revision) | $4,900 |
| Plication | $4,400 |
Contact ALO Bariatrics
DISCUSS YOUR SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS OPTIONS
ALO Bariatrics wants each patient we see to succeed in their weight loss journey. If your initial bariatric surgery was ineffective, a conversion or revision surgery may be the ideal option.
During your visit to our offices in Tijuana, Guadalajara, or Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, our team can go over all of the risks and benefits of surgery, and develop a treatment plan just for you.
To discuss your goals with our board-certified bariatric surgeons, contact our practice online. You can also reach our bariatric surgery offices by phone.
Amanda Talks about ALO's Superior Patient Care
Amanda flew from her home in Alberta, Canada, to San Diego, and underwent weight loss surgery at our location in Tijuana, Mexico. A year after her bariatric procedure, she’s lost over 145 pounds. Even after she has fully healed from surgery, Amanda loves that she can still contact Dr. Lopez for support.
Why should you choose ALO Bariatrics for your revision surgery?
World-Class Surgeons Dedicated to Superior Results
DR. ALEJANDRO LOPEZ
Dr. Lopez is a highly regarded, board-certified surgeon who has performed over 6,000 bariatric surgery procedures since 2005. Dr. Lopez is a published medical author and received specialized training at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, IL.
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Revision Bariatric Surgery FAQs
WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF A FAILED BARIATRIC SURGERY?
Common signs of an ineffective weight loss surgery include:
- Sudden end to weight loss
- Major weight regain
- Frequent vomiting after meals
- Increased hunger/food capacity
- Low tolerance for solid foods
- Pain or discomfort along the digestive tract
If you experience any of these issues, be sure to discuss them with our team or with your physician as soon as possible.
Can You Perform My Revisional Surgery If Another Surgeon Performed the Initial Bariatric Procedure?
Yes. Our board-certified bariatric surgeons can revise a procedure they performed and can also revise the work of other surgeons.
Regardless of who performed the initial bariatric surgery, our focus is the health and success of the weight loss patient going forward.
Why Do Some Bariatric Surgeries Fail?
There may be multiple factors at play when a weight loss surgery yields poor results. The most common reasons include:
- Flawed surgical technique or approach
- Slippage of a gastric band
- Falling back into old eating habits
- Lack of physical activity after surgery
- Complications after surgery
- Other medical issues
During your visit to our offices in Tijuana, Guadalajara, or Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, we can assess your situation and discuss your weight loss setbacks in more detail.
Will Insurance Cover My Revision Bariatric Surgery?
It is most likely that your insurance provider will not contribute to the cost of medical care performed outside your home country. Fortunately, our bariatric revision surgery rates make it possible to experience these benefits even without a contribution from your insurance provider. We also offer financing to help make the cost of revision bariatric surgery a fit for your budget.
If I Have Regained Weight, Do I Automatically Qualify for Revision Bariatric Surgery?
No. There are many factors at play when bariatric surgery patients regain weight. Remember that regaining some weight well after surgery is natural. Our bariatric surgeons can assess excessive weight regain or an early weight loss plateau and determine the right course of action. Sometimes changes in diet, physical activity, and lifestyle are the only revision that is required.
WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF BARIATRIC SURGERY REVISION?
The risks of revision bariatric surgery are similar to those of the initial bariatric procedure. These include infection, blood clots, adverse reactions to anesthetic, and gastric leaks. We take great care in planning and performing the revision procedure, which helps limit the chances of complications. During your visit to our offices in Tijuana, Guadalajara, and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, our team will go over the potential risks in greater detail so you can ask additional questions and make a confident decision about your options for surgery.
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Does Bariatric Revision Surgery Leave Scars?
Bariatric surgery can leave scars, but with the right surgical techniques and when performed by an experienced bariatric surgeon, these scars are barely noticeable. Skilled surgeons who use minimally invasive techniques, like laparoscopic or robotic surgery, provide the best results for their patients.
Is Bariatric Revision Surgery in Mexico Safe?
Bariatric surgery is very safe when performed by experienced, board-certified surgeons. The risk of complications from surgery is minimal when the right precautions are taken. The ALO Bariatrics teams take immense pride in making sure our patients are safe before, during, and after bariatric surgery.
Recovering From Bariatric Surgery: What to Expect
You’ll spend two to three nights in the hospital after your bariatric revision surgery in Tijuana to make sure there aren’t any complications. For the first week, you’ll also be on a liquid diet as your body heals from the surgery. Slowly, you’ll be able to incorporate thicker, more nutritious liquids into your diet.