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Meet Your Surgeon

A weight loss surgeon who's had weight loss surgery

Dr. Gmora has a unique connection with his patients, having had sleeve surgery and pressing the reset button himself. Watch how his experience with his own weight loss surgery changed how he cares for his patients.

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5 Reasons to Choose The Sleeve Clinic

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Care by a Surgeon Who's Been Sleeved

Dr. Gmora isn't just a top-notch surgeon; he's undergone sleeve surgery himself, so he knows the journey from both sides of the operating table. You're not getting just a physician; you're getting a partner who truly gets it.

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Unrivaled Bariatric Care

In Canadian bariatric care, we're not just leaders; we're trailblazers. Dr. Gmora revolutionized Aftercare from a deeply personal standpoint so you're not just another case; you're a success story in the making. We set the standard for bariatric care with unparalleled expertise and compassion, every step of your journey.

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Sustained Success and Results

We're all about lifelong success — not because of diets or routines, but because of personalized, ongoing support and dedicated coaching. Our revolutionary 5-year Aftercare Program offers unrivaled individual attention. It's not just about a perfect surgery; it's about your long-term results.

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Find Your Tribe In Our Community

Our private patient support community offers a sense of belonging and empowerment. You get valuable tips, share non-scale victories, and have our dedicated team not leaving your side. You're never alone on this journey.

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Always Connected, Always Committed

Our approach to bariatric surgery is more than a medical procedure, it's a life-long partnership. Whether virtual or in-clinic, you're not just a patient — you're family. With our advanced virtual tools, like real-time weigh-ins, we keep you on track with your journey. Failure is not an option.

Successful Surgery is Just the Start

Our unparalleled 5-Year Aftercare Program ensures that you continue on the path to permanent weight loss.

Hear from Our Patients

Watch Kristina's journey to losing 119 lbs with The Sleeve Clinic

Kristina

30 | 119 LBS LOST

Kristina was tired of spending thousands of dollars on diets, skinny teas and personal trainers and still not seeing any sustainable results. “I wanted to be able to walk up a set of stairs and not be out of breath. I wanted a higher quality of life — and I can definitely say I have that now.”

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The Sleeve Surgical Team

Expertise Matters

The Sleeve Clinic is a labour of love; an opportunity to completely reinvent how weight loss surgical care is delivered. Dr. Gmora wanted to create a boutique bariatric experience where every single patient receives unparalleled one-on-one attention, an extremely high level of surgical expertise and care, and no one falls through the cracks.

Dr. Scott Gmora MD, FRCSC, FACS — Founder and Lead Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Scott Gmora

MD, FRCSC, FACS

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Founder of The Sleeve Clinic and one of the leading weight loss surgeons in Canada. Dr. Gmora has gained a reputation for being a surgical perfectionist and producing outstanding weight loss results.

  • Associate Professor of Surgery, McMaster University
  • Senior Surgeon, St. Joseph's Healthcare — Ontario's lead bariatric centre of excellence
  • Thousands of advanced bariatric procedures performed
  • Most importantly, he listens first, talks second
Dr. Boudreau — Bariatric Surgeon at The Sleeve Clinic

The Sleeve Clinic Team

Our team of 15+ dedicated professionals — including dietitians, program advisors, and clinical staff — ensures you never feel alone on your journey. Cutting-edge 5-year Aftercare available 100% virtually with 24/7 staff availability to answer every question or concern.

  • 15+ team members dedicated to your success
  • Registered dietitians matched to your personality
  • 24/7 virtual support availability
  • 5-year aftercare program included

Why the Sleeve Clinic?

See What Sets Us Apart

Learn why Dr. Scott Gmora, a bariatric surgeon who's had bariatric surgery himself, set out to create the perfect experience designed to support the personal long-term success of each of his patients.

Transform Your Life Today

Done with Dieting? Win the Weight Battle Once and for All

Gastric Sleeve Surgery is the most commonly performed weight loss operation worldwide with excellent long-term results. It's about more than losing weight; it dramatically improves your health, wellness and quality of life.

  • You feel full and satisfied after eating less
  • Your appetite and cravings are substantially diminished
  • You experience a dramatic improvement or complete resolution of most weight-related medical conditions

Sleeve surgery takes less than an hour to complete and recovery times are fast.

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Aftercare, Reimagined

Successful surgery is just the start.

Our 5-Year Aftercare Program is what sets us apart.

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UNPARALLELED ONE-ON-ONE CARE

The secret ingredient to our patients' outstanding weight loss results is the hyper-personalized, emotional and expert care and support we provide each and every patient.

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EXPERT NUTRITION COUNSELLING: FLAVOUR MEETS FUEL

Dive into personalized nutrition advice from our incredible team of dietitians. Enjoy balanced meals, eating out and a new bond with food, all tailored to a plan just for you!

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WE NEVER LET YOU OUT OF OUR SIGHT

Virtual tools to keep you on track! In addition to in-person visits with our clinical team, you'll take part in virtual check-ins, support groups and virtual weight monitoring to ensure you stay on track.

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The Sleeve Surgery Process

From your initial consultation to years post-operation, we take care of you every step of the way.

Step1

Discover

Speak with our program advisor for a relaxed, no-obligation discussion about The Sleeve Clinic, sleeve surgery and your eligibility. Ask any questions you'd like!

Step2

Explore

Meet directly with Dr. Gmora or Dr. Boudreau. Confirm your eligibility, what your pre-surgical care plan will look like and get all your questions answered!

Step3

Book

Choose your desired surgery date, gear up for surgery and collaborate with our dietitian team to ensure the best results. This is where the count-down begins!

Step4

Sleeve

Come in for surgery and in just 60 minutes, pivot towards a new lease on life. After your post-op monitoring, you'll be discharged. This is where your body finally stops working against you!

Step5

Transform

Start the transformation you've been waiting for. Be welcomed into our Aftercare Program, promising long-term success and unwavering support for years to come.

Make it Happen with Easy and Convenient Financing Options

You shouldn't have to delay this life-changing surgery simply because of the price. That's why we've made financing available to all of our patients. Have the procedure now and make lower monthly payments over time.

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State-of-Art Surgical Facilities

Your gastric sleeve surgery will be performed in a private, state-of-the-art surgical facility in Toronto, Ontario. Your comfort, care and safety are our primary considerations. From the bright and welcoming waiting room, to the spacious operating theatre, and finally the comforting recovery room, we are equipped for your complete care.

The facility is fully accredited by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. 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.

State-of-the-art surgical facility at The Sleeve Clinic, Toronto
Personal patient success stories and inspiring results at The Sleeve Clinic

Personal stories,

Inspiring Results

A dose of inspiration when you need it

In the clinic, on social media and during our virtual calls, our patients regularly share their success stories with us. See what our patients are sharing.

What Our Patients Say

Jordan — lost over 140 lbs with The Sleeve Clinic

Jordan

After years and years of failed diets and fads, I made the choice to have a VSG done in 2020. The Sleeve Clinic was the clear choice. Fast forward 3 years later, not only have I lost over 140 lbs, but I've adopted a more active lifestyle and higher energy levels, and I'm truly enjoying my new positive outlook on life. If you're reading this and contemplating, should I/shouldn't I — Stop. And just DO!

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Wendy — gastric sleeve patient at The Sleeve Clinic

Wendy

I looked at a few other clinics but I felt a genuine connection listening to Dr. Gmora's videos. He was authentic, honest and disclosed his own weight loss journey. When I spoke to him in person he was the exact same. I'm a RN and trust me those qualities are rare.

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Mikayla — lost 140 lbs and completed a marathon after sleeve surgery

Mikayla

Sleeve surgery was most definitely the best decision I have ever made. I can not thank Dr. Gmora enough, and the whole Sleeve Clinic team. With your help, I truly saved my life. I have lost 140 pounds, move freely and comfortably, live life while being present and active in my family's lives. I also just recently trained and completed my first marathon!

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Maria — gastric sleeve patient, no longer snores and has more energy

Maria

I didn't realize how much I was missing until the weight started coming off and now I feel so much better. The nurses were amazing. I don't snore anymore. I have more energy and wanting to do things and go out. There's so many little, small, non-scale victories that people don't understand until they do this.

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Michelle — off asthma medication and pain-free after sleeve surgery

Michelle

I had a lot of ups and downs and over 20 years of just trying everything. After surgery, I have not touched my asthma medication, I can exercise without pain and get in and out of rides comfortably. This has been a very positive experience.

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Roxanne — life without pain after sleeve surgery at The Sleeve Clinic

Roxanne

Now I have a life without pain. I can sit on the floor cross-legged with my grandchildren and go for long walks. I'm not addicted to food anymore. It was almost like a system reset. The quality of my life has changed.

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What Patients Say on RateMDs

★★★★★

Dr. Gmora is truly the best Dr. I have ever met. I had a bariatric surgery done by Dr. Gmora and my entire journey was amazing. He truly does take the time to listen to his patients explain and address any concerns or questions. I never came across a physician that takes caring for his patients to a different level. With his clinic you never feel like you are just a number or just a patient.

Verified Patient

★★★★★

Where do I begin? Dr Gmora has been exceptional and incredibly kind and warm. This goes for his entire team at the Sleeve Clinic. They didn't dismiss any of my concerns or emotions and were very supportive (and continue to do so with their 5 year after care program). I feel incredible and don't doubt that it will only get better from here.

Verified Patient

★★★★★

Dr. Gmora and his team are simply amazing! When arriving at the clinic to get my surgery — I was beyond terrified. Dr. Gmora stayed with me for a while to reassure me that he has my back. The care after surgery was also just as amazing! It is so nice to have someone so proud of you and your success! Thank you to the sleeve clinic for giving me my life back.

Verified Patient

★★★★★

I flew from Ottawa to Toronto to get the sleeve surgery done by Dr. Gmora. What an exceptional and caring doctor. Him and his staff made me feel at ease from the moment I spoke to them about this surgery until post surgery. If I lived across the world, I would definitely fly to Toronto to have only Dr. Gmora perform my surgery. I trust him and his staff with my life!

Verified Patient

★★★★★

I love this Doctor and all the sleeve clinic's team. They changed my life and have been so professional since my first contact with them all the way to post-op care. Thank you for everything and giving me my health back.

Verified Patient

★★★★★

Dr. Gmora is an amazing surgeon with incredible bedside manners. From the moment I woke up, I felt healthier and more energetic than 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!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does gastric sleeve last?+
Your sleeve will last the rest of your life. Since we remove the stretchy portion of the stomach, the procedure cannot be reversed. In unusual circumstances we can convert it to a gastric bypass or duodenal switch, but this is rarely necessary.
How long does the actual operation take to perform?+
For most patients, once they are asleep, the procedure takes about 45 minutes.
Will I be completely asleep during the procedure?+
Yes. An expert, board-certified anesthesiologist will be present to ensure you are completely asleep for the entire duration of the procedure.
How quickly can I get this surgery done?+
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.
Will weight loss surgery improve my other medical conditions?+
Weight loss surgery has the potential to lead to substantial improvements or even resolution in numerous obesity-related conditions. This includes: high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, coronary artery disease, infertility, polycystic ovarian syndrome, osteoarthritis, and urinary stress incontinence to name a few!
Is surgery the "easy way out?"+
Nothing could be further from the truth. Taking responsibility for your own health with weight loss surgery is very hard work! From the preoperative preparation to the changes you make in your post-operation lifestyle you are taking your health into your own hands and making the necessary choices to live a healthy lifestyle.
Will I have scars after the surgery?+
The surgery is performed laparoscopically and typically involves 5 small incisions. Four of these incisions are about 5mm (the width of a pea). One of the incisions is approximately 15mm (less than the width of a loonie).
After I lose weight, will I have excess skin?+
Some patients may have excess skin after surgery. Whether this occurs depends on a number of factors, including the patient's weight prior to surgery, the amount of excess weight loss, the patient's age and genetics. We typically recommend that patients wait 12–18 months after surgery to ensure that their weight has stabilized.
How long will I be at the Surgical Center?+
From the moment you arrive to when you are discharged after surgery, you can expect to be at the surgical center for 8–12 hours.
How much time do I need to take off work?+
Most patients are back to their "normal selves" in about 1–2 weeks, or less!
Will I be able to dine at restaurants with family and friends?+
Absolutely. After a recovery period and with our dietitian's guidance, you will be able to enjoy dining out. Many patients find this one of the most enjoyable aspects of their new lifestyle.
Is the gastric sleeve covered by OHIP?+
The Sleeve Clinic is a private, boutique bariatric surgery clinic specializing in gastric sleeve surgery. As such, the procedure with The Sleeve Clinic is not covered by OHIP. The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care does cover gastric bypass in patients with a BMI >40 or BMI >35 with specific obesity-related health conditions, under specific circumstances.
Do you offer payment plans or financing options?+
Yes. We have partnered with Beautifi to bring you industry-leading interest rates and affordable monthly payment options. Beautifi offers flexible loans up to $25,000+, with no money down required, no prepayment penalties, and the process is 100% online. Rates start at 8.95% with terms from 6 months to 6 years.
“The biggest regret my patients have is not doing this sooner. For most of them diet optimism — really believing the next diet will work — is what holds them back. The relief they experience after surgery is something they wish they could have experienced sooner.”

— Dr. Scott Gmora

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