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Clinique Michel Gagner opened its doors in 2010, specializing in bariatric surgery. Today, Clinique Michel Gagner offers a wide range of weight-loss interventions. Its operating theatres and recovery rooms are unique in Canada and considered state-of-the-art for open and minimally invasive surgery. Our mission is to offer the best-in-class surgical outcome and patient experience for weight loss.

Why choose our clinic?

Dr. Michel Gagner is one of the world’s most preeminent experts in minimally invasive weight-loss surgery. Dr. Gagner was the first surgeon to pioneer the use of Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, also known as gastric sleeve surgery. Dr. Gagner developed and proposed Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy in the year 2000. Today, it is the most used procedure worldwide. Clinique Michel Gagner is here to guide you through this life-changing process.

What are the benefits to getting surgery in Canada?

On average, a private surgery in Canada will cost less than half of what you will pay in the United States, but with the same quality of care you will receive in the United States. A Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy at Clinique Michel Gagner starts at CAD 16,500, which amounts to around USD 12,500-13,000.

State
Average Cost of a Gastric Sleeve Surgery (USD) *
Average cost savings by getting surgery at Clinique Michel Gagner (USD) *
New York
$32,580
$19,580
Massachusetts
$26,910
$13,610
Vermont
$26,717
$13,717
New Hampshire
$31,878
$18,878
Maine
$29,789
$16,789
Connecticut
$24,150
$11,15
Pennsylvania
$23,671
$10,671

*According to Bariatric Surgery Source, in US Dollars

How easy is it to get to Montreal?

Montreal is just one international border away, and a lot easier to get to than many people imagine - all you need is a passport. Listed below are flight times and average car travel times from various cities in the Northeastern US:

City
Travel time to Montreal by plane
Average Round-trip Airfare Cost per person
Travel time to Montreal by car
New York City, NY
1hr 34min
$400-500 USD
6hr
Boston, MA
1hr 20min
$400-500 USD
5hr
Philadelphia, PA
1hr 43min
$800-1000 USD
7hr
Portland, ME
1hr 20min
$400-500 USD
5hr 30min
Washington, DC
1hr 45min
$600-800 USD
9hr

Where will I stay when I’m in Montreal?
Clinique Michel Gagner currently has a partnership with Embassy Suites by Marriott. When you get surgery with us, a part of the surgery package has you staying at Marriott’s downtown luxury hotel for 48 hours under the supervision of our competent nurses. If you want to extend your stay past 48 hours, you are certainly welcome to do so. You can also stay with a family member, partner, or friend.

Now that I’m in Montreal, what can I do and see?
Montreal is a global tourist destination for a reason - it is home to a cosmopolitan culture, world-class attractions, food and entertainment. Why not make your surgery trip an opportunity to see the sights and sound of the city? There’ll be plenty of long walks and bike rides, picnics at the park, street art hunts and time to discover the city’s many treasures. We invite you to explore the many “moments” you can experience in the city.

Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
  1. Visit a Sugar Shack! (Feb-April)
  2. Montreal Independent Film Festival (April)
  3. See a Cirque du Soleil show (year-round)
  4. International Literary Festival (Apr-May)
  1. Formula1 Montreal (June)
  2. St-Jean-Baptiste Day (June 24)
  3. Mural Festival (June)
  4. Montreal Jazz Fest (June-July)
  1. Hockey season starts - See a Habs game (October)
  2. POP Montreal (September)
  3. M for Montreal (November)
  4. International Documentary Festival (November)
  1. Igloofest (January)
  2. Visit Montreal’s Christmas markets (December)
  3. Montréal en Lumière Festival (February)
  4. Montreal Snow Festival (Jan-Feb)

What is bariatric surgery?

The term bariatric surgery describes a general category of procedures that includes a variety of weight-loss surgeries. Bariatric surgery effectively helps obese people lose weight either by reducing the volume of the stomach, removing a portion of the stomach, or re-routing the small intestine to a small stomach pouch.

Who can benefit from bariatric surgery?

Bariatric surgery can also help reduce the risk of other health problems such as type II diabetes and atherosclerosis. The preparation involved in bariatric surgery can even detect pre-existing conditions in their early stages and potentially save the patient’s life.

Popular Weight Loss surgery procedures

Many of these surgical procedures use a combination of intestinal hypoabsorption and
caloric restriction to bring about lasting weight loss. The team at Clinique Michel Gagner works with you to make sure bariatric surgery is the best option for you.

Am I a candidate?

Bariatric surgery is recommended only for patients suffering from severe chronic obesity. It is a condition that is often difficult, if not impossible, to treat with diet and exercise alone. Patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than or equal to 35 kg/m² or about 100 pounds over their normal weight generally undergo bariatric surgery.

Patient support after surgery

Post-surgical support helps patients who have undergone weight loss surgery achieve the highest level of long-term success. We want to help you maintain a substantial and durable weight loss. We provide you with support, and reliable patient education and resources to help you throughout this life-changing process.

Electing to have surgery is never an easy decision to make. As with any surgical procedure, bariatric surgery has benefits and risks. Contact us for more information about Bariatric Surgery. Let our experts guide you through this life-changing process.

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

What is Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy?

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy reduces stomach volume with the remaining section left in the shape of a sleeve. In addition to the decrease in the stomach size, it also dramatically decreases the amount of Ghrelin hormone production by the stomach, which is the hormone that triggers cravings and hunger.

Gastric Bypass

What is Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass?

A laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass consists of creating a Roux limb and a Bilio-Pancreatic limb to constrain digestion and ingestion.

Mini Gastric Bypass

A Mini Gastric Bypass provides the dual action of gastric reduction and intestinal hypoabsorption.

Gastric Balloon

What is the Gastric Balloon procedure?

A gastric balloon reduces the space within the patient's stomach, so they feel full after consuming less food

How much weight will I lose?

The degree of weight loss largely depends on the type of surgery performed. The following is a range of expected extra-weight loss depending on the type of surgery:

What should I expect after surgery?

Under normal conditions, patients are able to leave their recovery rooms and return home 48 hours after the surgery. We recommend that you stay in the region for a total of 5 days, including the 48-hour stay under our charge.

When will I return to my daily activities?

The time required before returning to work depends on the type of work. For desk work, return times are 1-2 weeks after surgery. For physical work, return times are 2-6 weeks after surgery.

What other types of surgeries are offered by Clinique Michel Gagner?

What are the benefits of bariatric surgery?

Weight loss surgery works by changing the anatomy of the stomach and small intestine, which causes changes in appetite, metabolism, and satiety. This improves obesity-related health conditions:

What are the risks of bariatric surgery?

All patients that undergo a surgical procedure have a probability of complications occurring after surgery. Some of the common bariatric surgery complications: