#1 Rated Gastric Sleeve Weight Loss Clinic Serving Vancouver BC

Successful Weight Loss Surgery is Just the Start

As the leading Bariatric Weight Loss Clinic serving Vancouver BC, our 5-Year Aftercare Program ensures your journey to permanent weight loss is well-supported.

Serving patients from around the country

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Exceptional Outcomes Begin with Exceptional Care

The Sleeve Clinic is a labour of love; my opportunity to completely reinvent how weight loss surgical care is delivered. I wanted to create a BOUTIQUE BARIATRIC EXPERIENCE where:

  • Every single patient receives unparalleled one-on-one attention
  • Patients receive an extremely high level of surgical expertise and care
  • You never feel rushed
  • No one falls through the cracks
  • You feel connected and well cared for
  • Cutting edge 5 year Aftercare program available to you 100% virtually, with 24/7 staff availability to answer every question or concern

Why Choose Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Vancouver BC

Gastric sleeve surgery is the go-to weight-loss operation in BC. Experience rapid recovery times and long-term weight loss benefits, including reduced appetite and cravings due to fewer hunger-causing hormones.

  1. You feel full and satisfied after eating less
  2. Appetite and cravings are substantially diminished due to fewer hunger-causing hormones
  3. Dramatic improvement or complete resolution of most weight-related medical conditions
  4. Care by a Surgeon Who’s Been Sleeved – Dr. Gmora’s own battle with weight led him to the operating table. Now, he’s offering care that’s not just informed, but deeply personal. Join a journey that truly gets you, every step of the way.
How it Works

Weight Loss Clinic With Advanced Surgical Facilities

Your gastric sleeve surgery will be performed in a private, state-of-the-art surgical facility in Toronto, Ontario. Our surgical team utilizes the latest technology to ensure your safety throughout this transformative procedure. Our expert surgical team, which includes specialized recovery room nurses and board-certified anesthesiologists, utilize the leading devices, technology, and equipment to ensure your safety throughout this life-changing procedure.

Aftercare, Reimagined

Your weight-loss journey doesn’t end with surgery. Our aftercare program is designed for long-term success, offering virtual tools and surgeon-led patient care to keep you on track.

Unparalleled
ONE-ON-ONE Attention

The secret ingredient to our outstanding weight loss results is the care we provide each and every patient.

Virtual Tools to Keep
You On Track

Once surgery is complete, we never let you out of our sight! Our use of online video meetings ensures you stay on track.

Surgeon-Led Patient Care

Every element of your care across the entire program is personally overseen by Dr. Gmora.

Expert Nutrition Counselling

Your personal nutritional requirements are closely monitored by our incredible team of nutrition experts.

Extensive Pre- &
Post-Operative Care

You get 5 years of extensive access to the advice and guidance of our entire weight loss team.

Expertise Matters

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Dr. Gmora a leading weight loss surgeon in BC, has an impeccable safety track record and has performed thousands of advanced bariatric procedures. He has been rated as the Best weight loss surgeon, according to RateMDs.

  • Associate Professor of Surgery, McMaster University
  • Full-time bariatric surgeon at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hospital – 1 of 7 Provincially-designated “Bariatric Centres of Excellence”
  • Has performed thousands of advanced bariatric procedures
  • Impeccable safety track record
  • MOST IMPORTANTLY, he listens first, talks second
Meet Dr. Gmora
Alba Z

Alba Z

Total weight lost

107 lbs
Carissa D

Carissa D

Total weight lost

132 lbs
Barb W

Barb W

Total weight lost

104 lbs
Christa C

Christa C

Total weight lost

71.1 lbs
Janice T

Janice T

Total weight lost

104 lbs
Jordan M

Jordan M

Total weight lost

140 lbs
Kathy C

Kathy C

Total weight lost

52 lbs
Kristina O

Kristina O

Total weight lost

114 lbs
Leigh G

Leigh G

Total weight lost

58 lbs
Lisa B

Lisa B

Total weight lost

75 lbs

Results may vary

As one of the leading weight loss surgeons in Canada, Dr Gmora has gained a reputation for being a master of his surgical craft and producing outstanding weight loss results.

The Process

5 years Virtual Aftercare

Surgery is the first step to major long term weight loss, but creating a new relationship with food and healthy, sustainable habits is the true key to your success. Once surgery is completed, we never let you out of our sight! Through the use of virtual appointments, virtual support groups and virtual weight monitoring we ensure that you stay on track throughout the program and beyond regardless of where you live.

Day 4 Return Home

Once you are cleared by Dr. Gmora to travel, you will be able to head home for the reminder of your recovery. Dr Gmora and the Sleeve Clinic team will be available to you around the clock for any questions or concerns while you are healing.

Day 2-3 Post-Surgery

You should plan to stay for 3 nights after surgery. You will attend The Sleeve Clinic on day 1 and day 2 post-op to check in with Dr. Gmora and the Sleeve Clinic team.

Day 1 Surgery

Your surgery will be performed by Dr. Gmora. It usually takes less than 60 minutes including including anesthesia.

Day 0 Arrive

Our patients come from all over British Columbia, other provinces and even outside of Canada to get their Sleeve surgery! You should plan to arrive 1 day before your operation so that you can get settled into your hotel and the necessary pre-operation check-ins can happen with Dr. Gmora.

How the Sleeve Clinic is Different

Quite simply, we’re good at what we do. Very good. We take each and every patient’s success extremely personally. You will never be some anonymous patient that falls between the cracks.

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Boutique Bariatric Experience

A top tier, boutique approach to bariatric surgery. You will receive world class care that starts with your initial consultation and continues in person, virtually, or a combination of both for 5 full years after surgery.

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Canada’s Best Bariatric Care

One-on-one attention and care from an expert team of bariatric and nutrition specialists. Embrace transformation with Canada’s #1 bariatric surgeon Dr. Gmora. Solely devoted to weight loss excellence, with him, transformation is not just a promise – it’s unparalleled.

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Our 5-Year Aftercare Program

Step into a future where weight regain isn’t an option. Join our revolutionary 5-year aftercare program, offering expert coaching, virtual care and unwavering accountability. Our leading-edge and highly innovative “Aftercare” Program ensures your weight stays off permanently. You won’t leave our sight!

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Always Connected, Always Cared For

Be it virtual or in-clinic, you’re family here. Choose between virtual or in-clinic care. With virtual scale weigh-ins directly synced to our system, our eyes are always on your progress. It’s your story, and our commitment. Direct, personal involvement by Dr Gmora throughout your entire surgical journey.

FAQs

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"Dr. Gmora is an amazing Surgeon with incredible bedside manners. He completed my surgery on April 26, 2017. From the moment I woke up, I felt healthier and more energetic then I have felt in the past 10 years. He is very approachable and his before and after care instructions are clear, concise and easy to follow! Would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone!"

"I could not be more happy with the results of my gastric sleeve surgery. He was a wonderful doctor. Genuine, and caring. Down 84lbs and still the scale is moving :)"

"Before I had this surgery I didn’t leave my home for years other than to work a night shift job I had taken as to not have to meet new people or hear people talk about my weight. I started at almost 300 pounds and today I am 140 and holding strong now for about a year. I credit him and myself for my new life. I was given a second chance and would never ever look back. Thank you Dr. Gmora for performing these life altering surgeries to us who were unable to get here on our own."

"The Best Dr/Surgeon I have ever had or met. His wonderful, kind demeanor during the process was so awesome. He is a kind man and that comes through in his personality when dealing with patients. If you are lucky enough to go through this process pick him to lead you through this new journey."

"Dr. Gmora is by far the greatest MD I have ever dealt with. His bedside manner and comforting reassurance made going in for such a complicated surgery, very relaxing. His degree of professionalism combined with his down to earth attitude made me feel totally at ease. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me get another shot at life. Tony D."

"Dr. Gmora is amazing I cannot even imagine having another doctor!!"

How quickly can I have the surgery performed?

It typically takes 2-4 weeks from the time of your first consultation. It is critical that we properly prepare you prior to surgery. This means having a thorough medical assessment to make sure you are medically fit for surgery. It also means teaching you what to expect after surgery and how to manage your new stomach once surgery is completed so that your weight loss results are extraordinary and permanent.

Is the procedure covered by my provincial health insurance?

The Sleeve Clinic is a private, boutique bariatric surgery clinic specializing exclusively in the gastric sleeve surgical procedure.  It is not covered by provincial health care plans, but you may be able to get some coverage from private health insurance. Check with your individual or employer insurance provider for specifics.

Is Financing available?

We offer several financing options for our patients who desire a deferred payment plan. Medicard provides plans that are specifically designed to provide our patients affordable monthly payments and low interest rates.

How does the Aftercare program work if I live outside on Ontario? Am I still able to get my surgery at The Sleeve Clinic?

Our patients come from all over the Canada and even from other countries! By utilizing a number of cutting edge technologies and tools, we are able to support you through your surgical recovery and your 5 year Aftercare Program using exclusively virtual care! Of course, you will have to come to our clinic for the actual surgery (technology hasn’t gotten THAT good), but we take the absolute best care of you while you are here. Once you head back home, we stay with you every step of the way, and you have access to our entire team whenever you need them.