Weight Loss Surgery in Leicester

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Start Your Weight Loss Journey with Expert Advice

For many people, the biggest step is not having weight loss surgery. It is deciding to speak to someone about whether surgery is the right option in the first place.

Local Support Before You Take the Next Step

Beginning your weight loss journey in Leicester allows you to access specialist guidance close to home before treatment is arranged through Tonic’s trusted bariatric network. Many patients value having the opportunity to discuss their health, understand the procedures available and receive personalised advice locally before moving forward with surgery.

Whether you’re travelling from Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Market Harborough or the surrounding area, our Leicester team is here to provide ongoing support and guidance throughout every stage of your journey.

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Why Begin Your Journey in Leicester?

Choosing where to begin your weight loss journey is about much more than choosing a convenient location.

Many patients appreciate having the opportunity to discuss their concerns, understand the available procedures and receive specialist guidance before committing to treatment. These early conversations often provide the reassurance people need to move forward with confidence, knowing they have explored every option available to them.

Patients choose our Leicester location because they value:

  • A supportive introduction to weight loss surgery without unnecessary pressure.
  • Personalised consultations based on individual health and future goals.
  • Honest advice that helps patients understand every suitable treatment option.
  • Ongoing guidance before surgery takes place.
  • Access to experienced bariatric specialists within the Tonic network.
  • A structured 5-year aftercare programme supporting long-term success.

Our focus is always on helping patients make informed decisions rather than encouraging them towards surgery before they feel ready. By understanding each person’s individual circumstances, we are able to recommend the most appropriate next steps while ensuring patients remain fully informed throughout the process.

If you’re ready to explore your options, book a consultation with our Leicester team. We’ll take the time to understand your health, answer your questions and help you decide whether weight loss surgery is the right next step for you.

Join thousands of happy Leicester patients

Thousands of Tonic patients rave about the life-changing surgeries they had with Tonic. We’re incredibly proud of the stories that Tonic patients share, both from Leicester and around the UK. 

You can read more success stories by clicking the link below.

Weight Loss Procedures Available

During your consultation, your specialist will explain the different bariatric procedures available and discuss which treatment is likely to provide the safest and most effective long-term outcome for your circumstances.

Recommendations are always based on a combination of factors including your BMI, medical history, overall health, previous attempts at weight loss and your long-term objectives.

Patients beginning their journey through our Leicester location can explore:

Gastric sleeve surgery reduces the size of the stomach, helping patients feel satisfied with smaller meals while supporting sustainable long-term weight loss alongside healthy lifestyle changes.

Here are the key details on our Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for a gastric sleeve procedure is 7 days.
  • Gastric sleeve surgery usually lasts around 60 minutes.
  • Gastric bypass patients should expect to lose 70-75% of their excess weight.
  • The procedure involves 5 small abdominal incisions.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Gastric sleeve surgery package!

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery combines stomach reduction with changes to the digestive system and may be recommended where greater weight loss or improvements to obesity-related health conditions are required.

Here are the key details on our Gastric Bypass Surgery in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for gastric bypass procedures is 10 to 14 days.
  • Gastric bypass surgery usually lasts around 60 minutes.
  • Gastric bypass patients should expect to lose 60-70% of their excess weight.
  • The procedure involves 5 small abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Gastric bypass surgery package!

Gastric Bypass Surgery

The mini gastric bypass offers an alternative bariatric procedure that may be appropriate depending on your individual health profile and long-term treatment goals.

Here are the key details on our Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for our mini gastric bypass procedures is 10 to 14 days.
  • Mini Gastric Bypass surgery usually lasts around 70 minutes.
  • Mini Gastric Bypass patients should expect to lose between 60% and 70% of their excess weight.
  • The procedure involves 5 small abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Mini Gastric Bypass surgery package!

Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery

For selected patients, gastric band surgery may still be considered following comprehensive clinical assessment and discussion during consultation.

Here are the key details on our Gastric Band Surgery in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for gastric band procedures is 5 to 7 days.
  • Gastric band surgery usually lasts around 45 minutes.
  • Gastric band patients should expect to lose between 50% and 70% of their excess weight.
  • The procedure involves 5 small abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Gastric band surgery package!

Gastric Band Surgery

Patients who are looking for a non-surgical weight loss option may also wish to discuss the Allurion Balloon.

During your consultation, we will explain whether this treatment may be suitable for your circumstances and how it compares with bariatric surgery.

Every recommendation is made with the aim of helping patients understand their options before choosing the treatment that best supports their future health.

Here are the key details on our Allurion Pill Balloon procedure in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for our Allurion Pill Balloon procedure is between 2 and 3 days.
  • The Allurion Pill Balloon procedure has no specific procedure time.
  • Allurion Pill Balloon patients should expect to lose around 20% of their excess weight.
  • This procedure leaves no scarring.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Allurion Pill Balloon procedure package!

Allurion Balloon Pill

Gastric sleeve surgery reduces the size of the stomach, helping patients feel satisfied with smaller meals while supporting sustainable long-term weight loss alongside healthy lifestyle changes.

Here are the key details on our Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for a gastric sleeve procedure is 7 days.
  • Gastric sleeve surgery usually lasts around 60 minutes.
  • Gastric bypass patients should expect to lose 70-75% of their excess weight.
  • The procedure involves 5 small abdominal incisions.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Gastric sleeve surgery package!

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery combines stomach reduction with changes to the digestive system and may be recommended where greater weight loss or improvements to obesity-related health conditions are required.

Here are the key details on our Gastric Bypass Surgery in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for gastric bypass procedures is 10 to 14 days.
  • Gastric bypass surgery usually lasts around 60 minutes.
  • Gastric bypass patients should expect to lose 60-70% of their excess weight.
  • The procedure involves 5 small abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Gastric bypass surgery package!

Gastric Bypass Surgery

The mini gastric bypass offers an alternative bariatric procedure that may be appropriate depending on your individual health profile and long-term treatment goals.

Here are the key details on our Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for our mini gastric bypass procedures is 10 to 14 days.
  • Mini Gastric Bypass surgery usually lasts around 70 minutes.
  • Mini Gastric Bypass patients should expect to lose between 60% and 70% of their excess weight.
  • The procedure involves 5 small abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Mini Gastric Bypass surgery package!

Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery

For selected patients, gastric band surgery may still be considered following comprehensive clinical assessment and discussion during consultation.

Here are the key details on our Gastric Band Surgery in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for gastric band procedures is 5 to 7 days.
  • Gastric band surgery usually lasts around 45 minutes.
  • Gastric band patients should expect to lose between 50% and 70% of their excess weight.
  • The procedure involves 5 small abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Gastric band surgery package!

Gastric Band Surgery

Patients who are looking for a non-surgical weight loss option may also wish to discuss the Allurion Balloon.

During your consultation, we will explain whether this treatment may be suitable for your circumstances and how it compares with bariatric surgery.

Every recommendation is made with the aim of helping patients understand their options before choosing the treatment that best supports their future health.

Here are the key details on our Allurion Pill Balloon procedure in Leicester:

  • Average recovery time for our Allurion Pill Balloon procedure is between 2 and 3 days.
  • The Allurion Pill Balloon procedure has no specific procedure time.
  • Allurion Pill Balloon patients should expect to lose around 20% of their excess weight.
  • This procedure leaves no scarring.
  • Tonic’s premium aftercare is included in our Allurion Pill Balloon procedure package!

Allurion Balloon Pill

Need Help Choosing the Right Procedure?

Every patient’s journey is different. Speak to one of our patient coordinators and we’ll help you understand which weight loss procedure is most appropriate before arranging your consultation.

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Meet Your Leicester Bariatric Surgeon

Sherif Awad

Sherif Awad is Consultant Laparoscopic Obesity & Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon. He qualified from the University of St Andrews (BMedSci) and University of Manchester (MBChB Hons), undertook his PhD at University of Nottingham and completed his surgical training in Manchester, the East-Midlands and London.

To date Sherif has performed over 6000 surgical procedures that include over 2500 bariatric surgery procedures. Sherif is passionate about the care he provides to patients and has over 700 5-star reviews from his private patients. His clinical outcomes, protocols, patient letters and information sheets are exemplary. Sherif is recognised internationally as an expert speaker on improving bariatric surgery pathways and safety.

Your Consultation

The first consultation is one of the most important parts of your journey because it provides the opportunity to understand your health before discussing treatment.
During your appointment, we will talk through your medical history, previous weight loss experiences, eating habits, lifestyle and the goals you hope to achieve. This information allows our specialist team to develop a clear understanding of your circumstances before discussing which bariatric procedures may be appropriate.

You will also have the opportunity to ask questions about recovery, expected outcomes, lifestyle changes and the support available after surgery. Our consultations are designed to provide honest information rather than overwhelm patients with unnecessary medical terminology, helping you leave with a clear understanding of the next steps.

If weight loss surgery is appropriate, we will arrange treatment at one of Tonic’s carefully selected partner hospitals while continuing to support you throughout the process.

Five Years of Dedicated Aftercare

Choosing Tonic means choosing support that continues long after surgery has taken place. While the operation itself is an important milestone, maintaining successful weight loss depends on the guidance, encouragement and specialist care available throughout your journey.

Our structured 5-year aftercare programme has been designed to help patients adapt to lifestyle changes, build healthier habits and maintain their progress with confidence. Through continued support from our multidisciplinary team, you’ll never have to navigate life after surgery on your own.

During the first two years, patients receive one-to-one support from:

  • A specialist psychotherapist.
  • A registered dietitian.
  • A bariatric nurse.
  • A dedicated fitness professional.
  • Ongoing follow-up with their surgeon.

This multidisciplinary approach helps patients adapt to life after surgery while developing the knowledge and confidence needed to maintain successful weight loss.

Support then continues through a further three years of telephone aftercare alongside continued surgeon follow-up, ensuring professional advice remains available long after treatment has taken place.

For many patients beginning their journey in Leicester, knowing this long-term support is already in place provides reassurance that they are choosing a provider committed to helping them achieve lasting improvements to their health, not simply perform an operation.

Learn more about our aftercare

Unlimited Dietician Appointments for 2 years

Unlimited Psychotherapist Appointments for 2 years

Unlimited Support with Virtual Fitness Coach for 2 Years

Unlimited Bariatric Nurse Support for 2 years

5 Years Surgeon Follow Up

The Gym Group 30-day Membership

The Tonic Tool Kit

Tonics Private Social Media community support

Out Of Hours Support Line

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Want to find out more about our 5-year aftercare programme? Request a call back and discover how our specialist multidisciplinary team continues supporting patients long after surgery has taken place.

Planning for Long-Term Success

Successful weight loss surgery begins long before the day of the operation.

Preparation plays an important role in helping patients understand how life will change after surgery and what they can do to achieve the best possible long-term outcome.

Moving Forward with Confidence

The journey towards better health is rarely defined by a single moment. Instead, it is shaped by informed decisions, consistent support and the confidence that comes from knowing you have an experienced team guiding you throughout the process.

Local Support with Specialist Care

One of the advantages of beginning your journey in Leicester is having access to specialist guidance close to home before moving forward with treatment.

Creating Positive Change That Lasts

Weight loss surgery is often the beginning of a much broader improvement in health and wellbeing.

Flexible Finance Options

We understand that private weight loss surgery represents a significant investment in your future.
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I’m a Tonic Patient Coordinator; I’m here to help you start your weight loss journey

It’s my job to support you through your journey with Tonic, from initial consultation where we’ll learn all about you and your weight loss journey to date, through to your 5 years of aftercare with our specialist team. We’re here for you at every stage. 

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FAQs

Leicester

Primarily consultations and support, surgery takes place at partner hospitals.

Yes, free on-site parking.

We’ll confirm suitability, discuss options clearly, and map out your preparation and recovery plan.

Following your consultation in Leicester, surgery will be arranged at one of Tonic’s specialist partner hospitals. Your team will explain which hospital is appropriate for your treatment and guide you through every stage of the process.

During your consultation, you can explore gastric sleeve surgery, gastric bypass surgery, mini gastric bypass, gastric band surgery and the Allurion Balloon. Recommendations are always tailored to your individual circumstances.

Yes. Many patients value being able to start with a local consultation before treatment is organised at the most appropriate specialist hospital within the Tonic network.

Every patient undergoing weight loss surgery with Tonic benefits from our structured 5-year aftercare programme, including one-to-one support from a psychotherapist, dietitian, bariatric nurse, fitness professional and regular follow-up with their surgeon.

Your consultation is designed to answer exactly that question. By understanding your health, lifestyle and long-term objectives, our team will recommend the treatment that offers the safest and most appropriate route towards sustainable weight loss.

Arrange Your Leicester Consultation

If you are considering weight loss surgery and would like expert guidance before making any decisions, arranging a consultation is the ideal place to begin.

Our Leicester team is here to help you understand the treatments available, discuss your individual circumstances and provide honest, personalised advice that reflects your long-term health goals.

At Tonic Weight Loss Surgery, we believe every successful journey begins with the right information, the right support and a clear plan for the future. From your first consultation through to surgery, recovery and years of structured aftercare, our commitment is to help you achieve sustainable weight loss with confidence.

Get in touch with our team today to arrange your Leicester consultation and take the first step towards a healthier future with specialist support at every stage of your journey.

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Life changing stories

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Life changing stories

Ally

10 st (64 kg)*

Weight Loss

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“I have struggled with my weight all of my adult life, I have PCOS and every diet I have tried just wasn’t successful.

I have lost over 10 stone and I feel absolutely incredible. I would never have dreamt to have the life that I currently have now.”

Paul

10 st (64 kg)*

Weight Loss

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“Life before surgery was fake, I had a happy face but was not really happy. I wouldn’t go on lads holidays with my friends or take my kids swimming. 

I have lost over 10 stone and it’s been life changing. I have got my life back. I can now take my kids swimming, go on holiday, do those things that I should have done 10,15,20 years ago.”

Danni's

5 1/2 stone (35 KG)*

Weight Loss

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“Before I had surgery, I’d always yo-yoed with my weight. I was ashamed because of the size I’d gotten to. I was unable to buy the clothes I wanted to wear. I didn’t feel like the person that I wanted to be nor did my reflection match the person I felt inside. 

The surgery with Tonic has absolutely changed my life. I’ve lost 5 and a half stone, and I am more confident and outgoing. 

Chanelle

9st (57kg)

Weight Loss

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“Before weight loss surgery, I couldn’t cope with doing anything strenuous and I couldn’t spend time with my children in the way I wanted to. My eating was out of control, and I had been yo-yoing. 

A year out from surgery, I’m a completely different person. Last year, my body fat percentage was in the morbidly obese category. Now, I’m in the healthy weight category.”

Claire

10 st (64 kg)*

Weight Loss

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“I lost 8.5 stone. I feel like one of the gym girls, I have done a 10k this year and I am signed up to Brighton half marathon next year! I chose Tonic because I saw so many success stories online and because of the aftercare package. You have the dietician, the PT, the psychotherapist and the constant support group from others who have had surgery and the team in the office”

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