Start with a phone consultation with fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon Dr. Reza Keshavarzi, then come to South Miami for surgery with first-year follow-up included.
Patients of Dr. Keshavarzi before surgery and after their weight loss. Results vary with the procedure and the habits built afterward.
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Bariatric surgery makes the stomach smaller or reroutes digestion, so you feel full on less food. Dr. K performs every option below himself, so your consultation compares them side by side.
Most of the stomach is removed laparoscopically, leaving a narrow sleeve that holds less food. It is the procedure Dr. K specializes in.
About the gastric sleeveA sleeve option for patients whose BMI sits below the traditional surgical thresholds.
About the Mini SleeveA sleeve program for adolescents aged 14 to 17, with nutrition and exercise coaching.
About teen surgeryA small stomach pouch is connected further down the small intestine, often discussed for severe reflux or type 2 diabetes.
About gastric bypassEndoscopic sutures fold the stomach smaller, with no external incisions.
About ESGA temporary balloon placed by endoscopy fills space in the stomach while new habits form.
About the gastric balloonMost of the planning happens before you drive south on the Turnpike or I-95.
Dr. K conducts the consultation himself. You review your health, goals and every procedure that fits, and leave with a clear plan.
Medical clearances and an upper endoscopy are required. You can complete them nearer Coral Springs, and an endoscopy from the past five months counts.
A pre-surgery diet begins, and GLP-1 injections stop at least two weeks ahead. Dates are often available within the same month.
Dr. Keshavarzi performs your procedure, and the hospital stay is included in the sleeve package.
Most patients return to work in four to seven days and avoid lifting over 20 pounds while healing.
First-year follow-up appointments are included, and patients describe Dr. K checking in by phone and text.
Candidacy is decided at consultation from your full health picture, not a single number. Many candidates share one or more of these situations.
We offer GLP-1 medical weight loss as well as surgery, so the recommendation comes from your health history. For some patients the strongest plan combines both.
| GLP-1 Medication | Gastric Sleeve | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Weekly injection that lowers appetite | A smaller stomach that holds less food |
| Commitment | Ongoing, and weight can return when it stops | One procedure plus lasting habits |
| Time off | None for the injection itself | Most return to work in four to seven days |
| Cost | A recurring prescription cost | One $14,000 package with financing |
Dr. Keshavarzi, known to patients as Dr. K, is a board-certified bariatric surgeon and the lead surgeon at Miami VIP Surgery. Patients note that he stays reachable by phone and text through recovery.
Lines from Google reviews written by patients after surgery. Each is quoted in their own words.
I am just over 1 week post op from a hiatal hernia repair and gastric sleeve surgery and my surgery went better than great.
Yesi
Dr. Keshavarzi was with us throughout the whole process and was even contacting us once home to see if everything was running smoothly.
Yerandis L.
Dr. Keshavarzi explained every detail of the surgery from getting prepared, to the actual day of surgery, and beyond.
Hannah S.
Our gastric sleeve package covers the surgeon's fee, the hospital stay, all hospital-related fees and your follow-up appointments for the first year. If Dr. K performs your required endoscopy, the procedure is included and a $750 hospital fee applies. Pricing for bypass, ESG and the balloon is reviewed at your consultation.
We accept Cherry for surgery financing, and debit or credit cards for the remaining balance. Review financing details.
Answers to the questions patients ask most before their first consultation.
At our office, the gastric sleeve package is $14,000, including the surgeon's fee, hospital stay, hospital-related fees and first-year follow-up. Financing includes 24 months at 0% interest.
Uncontrolled medical or psychiatric conditions, active substance use, pregnancy or being unable to follow the diet and follow-up plan can mean surgery should wait. Dr. K tells you plainly whether surgery, an endoscopic option or medical weight loss fits better.
Weight loss is usually fastest in the first few months and continues through the first year. The amount depends on your starting weight, diet and activity, and Dr. K tracks your progress at each follow-up.
Coverage depends on your plan and its requirements, which vary between insurers and employers. Our team can review your situation at consultation, and many patients choose the fixed-price sleeve package with financing.
No. Your consultation can be done by phone and testing completed near home. You come to South Miami for surgery and the visits Dr. K needs in person.
Surgery dates are often available within the same month, depending on how quickly your clearances and endoscopy are completed. Results from our recommended physician usually return within 48 hours.
Share your goals and leave knowing which procedure fits and what it costs. Coral Springs patients can begin by phone.
7330 SW 62nd Pl, Suite 210
South Miami, FL 33143
Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
(786) 701-3295
