Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Fort Lauderdale, FL: Options With and Without Insurance

Gastric sleeve surgery in Fort Lauderdale showing before and after illustration with insurance and self-pay options

Ready to reclaim your health? At Florida Bariatric and Plastic Surgery MD, Dr. Sergey Terushkin, MD, FACS, provides life-changing gastric sleeve surgery with or without insurance. Whether using your PPO plan or our affordable $9,299 self-pay package, our multilingual team ensures you feel supported at every step in our Fort Lauderdale and Miami clinics.

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Key Takeaways

🟢 Expert Surgeon: Dr. Terushkin is fellowship-trained at the Cleveland Clinic with 18+ years of experience.
🟢 Financial Flexibility: Choose between major insurance coverage or a $9,299 all-inclusive self-pay package.
🟢 Advanced Techniques: Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery for faster recovery.
🟢 Multilingual Care: Consultations available in English, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Russian.
🟢 Local Expertise: Serving Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas, including Plantation, Davie, and Dania Beach.

Meet South Florida’s Top-Rated Bariatric Surgery Doctor

Dr. Sergey Terushkin is a board-certified surgeon with over 18 years of clinical expertise. Fellowship-trained at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Florida, Dr. Terushkin has earned a 4.9-star reputation for his meticulous surgical technique and patient-first philosophy. He is an active member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and is affiliated with HCA Florida.

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What Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy)?

Gastric sleeve surgery is a minimally invasive bariatric procedure that permanently reduces the stomach size by approximately 75–80%. This smaller, “sleeve-shaped” stomach limits food intake and decreases ghrelin (the hunger hormone), helping patients feel full faster.

🕒 Procedure Time: 60–90 minutes
⚕️ Average Weight Loss: 50–100+ lbs (results vary by patient)
💰 Flat Price: $9,299 Self-Pay Package (Limited-Time Offer)

Advantages of Gastric Sleeve Surgery

✅ May support substantial weight loss when combined with long-term lifestyle and medical follow-up
✅ Designed to support sustained results, with ongoing nutritional and clinical care
✅ May help improve obesity-related conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea, in some patients
✅ Typically performed using minimally invasive techniques, with smaller incisions and shorter recovery times
✅ Many patients report improvements in energy, mobility, and quality of life, with individual results varying

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Possible Side Effects of Gastric Sleeve Surgery

As with any surgical procedure, gastric sleeve surgery may involve side effects such as nausea, vomiting, acid reflux, fatigue, or digestive changes during recovery. Some patients may require long-term vitamin or mineral supplementation. Potential risks and aftercare are reviewed in detail during your consultation so you can make an informed decision.

📸 Before & After Highlights:

Insurance Coverage & Affordable Self-Pay Options

At Florida Bariatric and Plastic Surgery MD, world-class bariatric care is within reach for everyone.

✅ Insurance Coverage: Most major plans cover gastric sleeve surgery when criteria are met.
✅ Self-Pay Option: Transparent $9,299 package including surgery and essential care.
✅ Financing Available: Through CareCredit and Cherry for flexible monthly payments.

💡 Affordable, transparent pricing — no hidden fees.

Your 3-Step Journey to a New You

The Discovery Consultation: Comprehensive medical evaluation and free insurance verification.
The Preparation Phase: Personalized nutritional counseling and health optimization.
The Transformation & Beyond: Minimally invasive surgery followed by long-term recovery support and body contouring options like Panniculectomy.

Serving Our South Florida Community

We provide expert bariatric care and consultations to patients across the following areas:

Fort Lauderdale, FL & Wilton Manors
Oakland Park & Dania Beach
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea & Plantation
Davie & Palm Aire
Lauderhill & Lauderdale Lakes
Tamarac & North Lauderdale

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is gastric sleeve surgery, and how does it work?

Gastric sleeve surgery permanently reduces the stomach size by about 75–80%. This limits food intake and reduces hunger hormones to support significant, long-term weight loss.

2. How much does gastric sleeve surgery cost without insurance?

For self-pay patients, we offer an all-inclusive, limited-time package for a flat price of $9,299. This covers the surgeon, facility, and anesthesia with no hidden fees.

3. Does insurance in Florida cover bariatric surgery?

Most major insurance plans cover gastric sleeve surgery when medical criteria are met. Our team provides a free insurance verification to help you understand your specific benefits.

4. Can I lose 100 lbs with a gastric sleeve?

Many patients lose 50-100+ lbs in the first year. Success depends on the procedure and your commitment to the post-operative nutritional guidelines.

5. Who is the best gastric sleeve surgeon in Fort Lauderdale?

Dr. Sergey Terushkin, MD, FACS, is a board-certified, Cleveland Clinic fellowship-trained surgeon with over 18 years of expertise in minimally invasive weight loss procedures.

6. What is the recovery time after gastric sleeve surgery?

Most patients return to light activity and desk work within 1 to 2 weeks. Full exercise clearance and heavy lifting are typically granted at 6 weeks.

7. Are there non-surgical weight loss options available?

Yes. We offer medical weight loss programs using FDA-approved GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide (Zepbound®) for patients preferring a non-surgical path.

8. What languages are spoken at your medical clinics?

Our staff is fluent in English, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Russian, ensuring every patient can communicate comfortably and understand their treatment options.

9. Is a panniculectomy included after weight loss?

While a separate procedure, Dr. Terushkin specializes in Panniculectomy surgery to remove excess hanging skin after major weight loss, which may also be covered by insurance.

Ready to Begin Your Transformation?

📞 Call (754) 331-6379
🏥 Florida Bariatric and Plastic Surgery MD

✅ Insurance verification available
✅ Flexible payment plans for self-pay patients
✅ Telehealth & in-office consultations

Medical Disclaimer: The information on this website is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Accessing this site does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. In a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. Individual results may vary.

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   Diane Lynn 
 8. September, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Big  thanks  to  everyone  here !  I  felt  completely  at  ease  with the  doctor’s  work  and  my  recovery  went  so  smoothly
  
 
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   Dave Hommel 
 22. July, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The doctor is hands down the bariatric surgeon who gets it done. Helped me feel healthy again!
  
 
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   Chris Topher 
 12. May, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very thankful for making my gastric sleeve procedure so easy and pain free 🙂
  
 
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   Adeline Fregin 
 10. April, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome results after my weight loss surgery!
  
 
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   Michael Christian 
 7. March, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have had a great experience with this doctor and his  team.
  
 
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   Eric Magana 
 27. February, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best doctor out there!
  
 
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   Ethan Fletcher 
 11. February, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best weight loss doctor, 100% recommended!
  
 
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   Heather Mitchell 
 10. January, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Incredible results after my weight loss surgery:)
  
 
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   Barno Saidinova 
 3. January, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've had my bariatric surgery with Dr. Terushkin and he is the best! I was well taken care of by him and his team. Doctor listens patiently and answers all of the questions, without being judgemental. His staff is polite and friendly as himself. Doctor's office has a wonderfully calming and welcoming atmosphere. For more than 2 years of my  experience never had to wait for more than 10 minutes, always on time and well organized. THANK YOU VERY MUCH DR. TERUSHKIN.
  
 
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   Tyler Reed 
 5. November, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. strongly recommend this doctor to anyone who needs hernia surgery  👌

Diane Lynn

8. September, 2025

Big thanks to everyone here ! I felt completely at ease with the doctor’s work and my recovery went so smoothly

Dave Hommel

22. July, 2025

The doctor is hands down the bariatric surgeon who gets it done. Helped me feel healthy again!

Chris Topher

12. May, 2025

Very thankful for making my gastric sleeve procedure so easy and pain free 🙂

Adeline Fregin

10. April, 2025

Awesome results after my weight loss surgery!

Michael Christian

7. March, 2025

I have had a great experience with this doctor and his team.

Eric Magana

27. February, 2025

The best doctor out there!

Ethan Fletcher

11. February, 2025

The best weight loss doctor, 100% recommended!

Heather Mitchell

10. January, 2025

Incredible results after my weight loss surgery:)

Barno Saidinova

3. January, 2025

I've had my bariatric surgery with Dr. Terushkin and he is the best! I was well taken care of by him and his team. Doctor listens patiently and answers all of the questions, without being judgemental. His staff is polite and friendly as himself. Doctor's office has a wonderfully calming and welcoming atmosphere. For more than 2 years of my experience never had to wait for more than 10 minutes, always on time and well organized. THANK YOU VERY MUCH DR. TERUSHKIN.

Tyler Reed

5. November, 2024

strongly recommend this doctor to anyone who needs hernia surgery 👌