Conversion, repair, or correction of a prior bariatric procedure that did not deliver — done by surgeons who specialize in revision work, not just primary bariatrics.
Revision surgery50–70% additional weight loss
Your procedure is performed with minimally invasive technique — and, when your case calls for it, the Da Vinci robotic system with only three incisions. Less scarring, less pain and a faster recovery, so most international patients are cleared to fly home in as little as 8 days.
Revision is what we do when a prior bariatric procedure did not work — either it never delivered enough weight loss, the weight came back, or it caused a complication that needs fixing. The most common revisions are sleeve to bypass conversion (when the sleeve plateaued or GERD developed), band removal or repair (for slipped or eroded gastric bands), and fistula or stricture repair.
Revision is technically harder than primary bariatric surgery. The tissue planes are scarred from the first operation, the anatomy is already altered, and the risk profile is different. Da Vinci robotic surgery is often the right call here — better visualization, finer dissection through scar tissue, smaller and fewer incisions. All three of our bariatric surgeons handle revisions; one of them is Da Vinci certified for robotic cases.
BMI is the starting point, not the answer. Final candidacy is determined in your first consultation by a board-certified bariatric surgeon.
You lost weight after sleeve but stalled before reaching your goal, or regained.
Reflux that does not respond to medication is a classic indication for sleeve-to-bypass conversion.
Old adjustable gastric band that slipped, eroded, or simply did not work. Removal + sleeve or bypass.
Fistulas, strictures, internal hernias, or weight regain after bypass — all surgically correctable.
All-inclusive package. No hidden fees. Quote confirmed within 24 hours of your virtual consultation.
How GOG self-pay pricing compares to the major bariatric destinations.
| Country | Sleeve cost (USD) | Bypass cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| USA (self-pay) | $20,000–25,000 | $25,000–35,000 |
| Mexico (Tijuana) | $4,500–6,000 | $6,500–8,000 |
| Turkey (Istanbul) | $4,000–5,500 | $5,500–7,500 |
| Colombia (GOG) | $7,800–12,500 | $7,800–12,500 |
What happens, when, and how long you need to be in Bogotá.
We review your prior operative notes, imaging, and current labs before booking anything. Send us what you have via email.
45-minute video call. We map out what is technically possible and what is not.
Labs, imaging (CT or upper GI series), endoscopy if indicated, anesthesia clearance.
Laparoscopic or Da Vinci robotic. Duration varies (90–180 minutes) depending on complexity.
Recovery is longer than primary bariatrics. Bilingual coordinator, monitored nutrition. Hotel cost not included in the surgical package — booked separately.
Monthly video visits + scheduled labs. Standard for revision cases.
A first procedure that did not deliver is not the end of the road. Revision is about getting you the result you were promised the first time — done safely, by specialists.
Revision bariatrics carries higher technical complexity than primary surgery — adhesions, altered anatomy, longer operative times. That is exactly why the program around the procedure matters more, not less. At GOG, our multidisciplinary team follows you from pre-op records review through 12 months after surgery.
All three of our bariatric surgeons perform this procedure. Each has 10+ years of experience. You will be matched based on availability and personal fit during your first consultation.
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). 15+ years in minimally invasive bariatric surgery. Trained at Universidad de la Sabana and FUCS, where she serves as an associate professor.
View full profile →Co-founder of GOG. Da Vinci certified robotic bariatric surgeon. 10+ years and 1,000+ patients. Associate professor at Universidad El Bosque, leading the GICS minimally invasive surgery research line.
View full profile →Co-founder of GOG. 18+ years and 2,000+ bariatric procedures. Head of General Surgery and Renal Transplant at Clínica Shaio. Pioneer of 3-incision Da Vinci robotic bariatric surgery in Colombia.
View full profile →A side-by-side view of the four bariatric options we offer at GOG.
| Procedure | Type | How it works | Peak loss timeline | Avg excess weight loss | Stay in Bogotá |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gastric Sleeve | Restrictive | 75–80% stomach removed | 12–18 months | 60–70% | 7–10 days |
| Gastric Bypass | Restrictive + Malabsorptive | Stomach pouch + intestinal rerouting | 12–24 months | 65–80% | 7–10 days |
| Gastric Balloon | Non-surgical (Restrictive) | Temporary device — 16w (Allurion) / 6m (Intragastric) | 4–6 months | 10–15% | 2–3 days |
| Revision Surgery | Variable | Conversion/repair of prior procedure | 6–18 months | Variable | 7–14 days |
If yours is not here, a 45–50 minute virtual consultation is the fastest way to a personalized answer.
Private 45–50 minute virtual consultation. English-speaking team. You leave with a written assessment and your USD quote within 24 hours.
