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✔ Significant & Sustained Weight Loss – Helps shed 50-70% of excess weight within 12-18 months.
✔ Minimally Invasive – Performed laparoscopically, resulting in smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery.
✔ Improves Health Conditions – Reduces or resolves diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and joint pain.
✔ No Foreign Objects – Unlike gastric banding, this surgery does not require an implant.
✔ Faster Recovery – Most patients return to work in 1-2 weeks and resume normal activities within a month.
Sleeve gastrectomy may be right for you if you:
✅ Have a BMI of 40+ or BMI of 35+ with obesity-related conditions (diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea).
✅ Have tried diet and exercise without long-term success.
✅ Are looking for a permanent weight loss solution without a gastric bypass.
✅ Are committed to lifestyle changes and long-term follow-up.
🔹 Before Surgery: You’ll undergo a comprehensive medical evaluation and may follow a pre-surgery diet to prepare your body.
🔹 During Surgery: The procedure is performed laparoscopically under general anesthesia and takes about 60-90 minutes.
🔹 Recovery Timeline:
Dr. Chukwuma Apakama is a weight loss specialist and surgeon of excellence. He is a board-certified surgeon with fellowship training in bariatric surgery, advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery, and surgical critical care. His added training in surgical critical care has given him the added knowledge and experience in treating very sick and complicated patients.
Highly skilled specialists in advanced weight loss procedures
Tailored treatment plans for your unique needs
Safer procedures with faster recovery
Guidance from consultation to post-surgery care
Successful, lasting weight loss transformations
Empowering you with knowledge for lifelong health
"Choosing CGA Weight Loss and Surgical Specialists was the best decision of my life. The team guided me every step of the way, and I lost over 100 pounds in a year! My energy levels have skyrocketed, and I finally feel confident in my own skin"
"This surgery didn’t just help me lose weight—it gave me a new lease on life. My diabetes is under control, my joints don’t ache anymore, and I feel healthier than ever. CGA’s team was incredible, supporting me before, during, and after surgery."
"From my first consultation, I knew I was in good hands. The doctors at CGA took the time to explain everything and made sure I was comfortable. The surgery was smooth, and the aftercare support was amazing. I highly recommend them!"
