One board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeon, a short drive up US-1 from Dadeland, with a $14,000 gastric sleeve package that includes your first year of follow-up.
Every pair below is a patient of Dr. Keshavarzi, photographed before surgery and again after their weight loss.
Your result depends on the procedure, your starting point and the habits you build afterward. That is why gastric sleeve care continues with follow-up visits for a full year after surgery day.
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What a before and after cannot fully show: the relief of feeling your body respond again.
Medication, surgery or both: matching the treatment to the patient is part of every plan we build.
Bariatric surgery reduces how much your stomach holds, or changes the route food takes, so you feel full on far smaller portions. Many patients also notice less hunger between meals.
Our surgical procedures are done laparoscopically through small incisions, and the endoscopic options work through the mouth with no incisions on the abdomen. The operation is the starting point. Lasting results come from the nutrition plan, the follow-up visits and the support that follow it.
Dr. Keshavarzi also oversees medical weight loss with GLP-1 medications, so his recommendation is not tied to one procedure. For some patients the right plan is medication, for others surgery, and for some a combination of both.
Patients from Kendall can move from a nonsurgical balloon all the way to gastric bypass without changing surgeons. Each option links to its own page with more detail.
| Procedure | How it works | Often considered by |
|---|---|---|
| Gastric Sleeve | Most of the stomach is removed laparoscopically, leaving a narrow sleeve that holds less food and signals less hunger. | Adults with significant weight to lose who want one lasting procedure. An expedited path is available. |
| Low BMI Gastric Sleeve | Our "Mini Sleeve" uses the sleeve technique for patients with less weight to lose. | People below standard surgical thresholds whose weight still affects their health. |
| Teen Gastric Sleeve | A sleeve gastrectomy planned for adolescents, with close family and nutrition support. | Teens with severe obesity that supervised programs have not resolved. |
| Gastric Bypass | A small stomach pouch is joined directly to the small intestine, limiting both intake and absorption. | Patients with severe reflux, type 2 diabetes or more weight to lose. |
| Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) | Sutures placed through an endoscope fold the stomach into a smaller shape, with no abdominal incisions. | Patients who want restriction without traditional surgery. |
| ORBERA Gastric Balloon | A soft balloon is placed in the stomach endoscopically, filled, and removed later. | Patients who want a temporary, nonsurgical start. |
| Medical Weight Loss | A physician-supervised plan that can include GLP-1 injections, nutrition coaching and regular check-ins. | Patients not ready for a procedure, or who want support before or after one. |
Bariatric surgery is for people whose weight affects their health, mobility or daily life and who have not kept weight off with diet, exercise or medication alone.
Candidacy depends on more than the scale. At your consultation, Dr. K reviews your history, medications and goals, then tells you plainly which options fit and which do not.
Board-certified bariatric surgeon and lead surgeon. Patients call him Dr. K.
Dr. K trained in general surgery at Jackson Memorial Hospital and completed his fellowship in laparoscopic, bariatric and robotic surgery at Jackson South Medical Center, just south of Kendall. Patients often mention that he stays reachable by phone and text before and after surgery, and that he explains each step himself.
Dr. K practices what he recommends: staying active and making healthy choices part of daily life.
Much of your preparation can happen close to home in Kendall, and our team guides you through each step.
Dr. K reviews your history, goals and past attempts, then recommends the procedure or medical plan that fits.
Medical clearances and an upper endoscopy, or EGD, done at our clinic or a facility you choose.
A required pre-surgery diet. GLP-1 and other weight loss injections stop at least 2 weeks before surgery.
Most patients return to work within 4 to 7 days and avoid lifting over 20 pounds while healing.
Regular visits to track progress, adjust your diet stages and keep your results on course.
★★★★★"I want to start off by saying this has been the best decision I have ever made. I honestly wish I would have done this sooner."
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★★★★★"Dr. Keshavarzi explained every detail of the surgery from getting prepared, to the actual day of surgery, and beyond."
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★★★★★"Great doctor and staff. Very friendly, knowledgeable, and always explain things to you during your monthly visit."
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We publish our gastric sleeve price, so you can plan with a real number rather than an estimate.
If Dr. K performs your pre-op endoscopy, that procedure is included in the package, with a separate $750 hospital fee. Pricing for gastric bypass, ESG, the balloon and medical weight loss depends on your plan and is reviewed at your consultation.
Financing is available through Cherry, and debit and credit cards are accepted for any remaining balance. See financing details.
Patient financing partnerOne price for surgery and your first year of care
Our gastric sleeve package is $14,000, the same published price for every patient. It covers the hospital stay, the surgeon's fee, all hospital-related fees and your follow-up appointments for the first year. Pricing for bypass, ESG, the balloon and medical weight loss is reviewed at your consultation.
Coverage depends on your specific plan and its requirements, so there is no single answer. Our team can talk through your options at your consultation. For patients paying directly, we publish our gastric sleeve package price and offer financing through Cherry, including 24 months at 0% interest.
Your hospital stay is included in the gastric sleeve package, and Dr. K explains what to expect for your specific procedure. Most patients return to work 4 to 7 days after surgery. Avoid lifting more than 20 pounds while you heal.
Yes. Many of our patients start with GLP-1 medication and later choose surgery for a longer-lasting result. Weight loss injections must be stopped at least 2 weeks before surgery, and Dr. K can also tell you when medication, surgery or both make the most sense.
Yes. Medical clearances and an upper endoscopy, or EGD, are required before surgery, and the tests can be done at our clinic or at an outside facility. An EGD from within the last 5 months is accepted. Dr. K can also perform the EGD himself, with the procedure included in your surgery cost apart from a hospital fee.
Surgery dates are often available within the same month. Timing depends mostly on how quickly your required tests and clearances are completed, and our team helps you through each one. An expedited gastric sleeve path is also available.
More questions? Dr. K talks through the ones patients ask most.
Our office on SW 62nd Place in South Miami is a short drive up US-1 from Dadeland, so consultations and follow-up visits fit easily into a Kendall schedule. Meet Dr. K, get a clear recommendation and leave knowing your next steps and your costs.
