Weight Loss Surgery Salford
Welcome to Tonic Weight Loss Surgery Salford.
Speak to our weight loss clinic in SalfordWhy use Tonic Weight Loss Surgery Salford?
Thousands of people have trusted Tonic to help them make a lasting change, and their words say more than we ever could. Patients from Salford and nearby areas often tell us how steady support and clear guidance helped them return to everyday life with more energy and confidence.
You can explore recent success stories from across Greater Manchester and the wider UK to understand the journey and see what recovery looks like in real life. Take your time, read through experiences from people near you and decide when you are ready to talk.
Join thousands of happy Salford 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 Salford and around the UK.
You can read more success stories by clicking the link below.
Which Weight Loss Surgery is right for me?
Our Salford weight loss clinic provide the following procedures:
Gastric sleeve surgery is a weight loss procedure that reduces the size of the stomach, limiting food intake and promoting significant weight loss.
Here are the key details on our Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Salford:
- 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 bypass surgery is a weight loss procedure that reduces stomach size and reroutes the digestive system, helping patients lose weight by limiting food intake and nutrient absorption.
Here are the key details on our Gastric Bypass Surgery in Salford:
- 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 band surgery is a weight loss procedure where an adjustable band is placed around the upper part of the stomach, creating a smaller stomach pouch.
Here are the key details on our Gastric Band Surgery in Salford:
- 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!
Mini gastric bypass surgery is a simplified weight loss procedure that reduces stomach size and reroutes part of the intestine.
Here are the key details on our Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery in Salford:
- 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!
Allurion Pill Balloon is a non-surgical weight loss procedure where a swallowable balloon is temporarily placed in the stomach.
Here are the key details on our Allurion Pill Balloon procedure in Salford:
- 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!
Gastric sleeve surgery is a weight loss procedure that reduces the size of the stomach, limiting food intake and promoting significant weight loss.
Here are the key details on our Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Salford:
- 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 bypass surgery is a weight loss procedure that reduces stomach size and reroutes the digestive system, helping patients lose weight by limiting food intake and nutrient absorption.
Here are the key details on our Gastric Bypass Surgery in Salford:
- 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 band surgery is a weight loss procedure where an adjustable band is placed around the upper part of the stomach, creating a smaller stomach pouch.
Here are the key details on our Gastric Band Surgery in Salford:
- 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!
Mini gastric bypass surgery is a simplified weight loss procedure that reduces stomach size and reroutes part of the intestine.
Here are the key details on our Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery in Salford:
- 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!
Allurion Pill Balloon is a non-surgical weight loss procedure where a swallowable balloon is temporarily placed in the stomach.
Here are the key details on our Allurion Pill Balloon procedure in Salford:
- 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!
Meet our world-renowned surgeons
Bilal Alkhaffaff
Bilal Alkhaffaf is a consultant upper gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeon at Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust – the country’s largest upper gastrointestinal surgical centre.
He has a specialist interest in advanced minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery. Mr Alkhaffaf has further developed his expertise by visiting international surgical centres of excellence in the United States, South Korea and The Netherlands as well as a number of leading organisations within the United Kingdom.
PREMIUM AFTERCARE A TONIC PROMISE
Aftercare and Support like no other
Surgery is only the start. Every Salford patient receives five years of structured aftercare with real 1 to 1 support. You have unlimited appointments with a registered dietitian for two years, unlimited sessions with a psychotherapist for two years, guidance from a personal trainer and a virtual fitness coach, and access to a bariatric nurse for clinical questions. Your surgeon provides regular follow ups so you always know what comes next.
Between appointments you have practical help too, including an out of hours support line, the Tonic Tool Kit and access to our private community. The result is a clear plan, consistent check ins and a team that stays with you long after the day of surgery.
Learn more about our aftercareUnlimited 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
Hi I'm Cat Bevin
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.
FAQs
The best way to access our Salford weight loss surgery clinic is by car:
From A580 – Turn off A580 onto A5185 (Lancaster Road). The hospital is a short distance on the right hand side.
From M602 – Exit onto A576 Eccles Old Road. Then turn left onto A5185 Lancaster Road. The hospital is on the left. Free car parking and disabled bay parking is available.
If you are travelling by bus, train or tram and require journey planning advice or information please contact Traveline on 0871 200 2233 or use the Transport for Greater Manchester (TFGM) online journey planner.
If you live close to the hospital, you may wish to walk. Further information can be found on the WalkIt website.
A number of cycle paths and lanes lead to the hospital. Further information can be found on the CycleGM website.
Even if you are a day case patient we recommend you bring the following:
- Nightwear, dressing gown and slippers.
- If you are staying for a few days, you may also like to bring casual clothing to wear towards the end of your recuperation.
- Personal toiletries (although items such as towels will be provided).
- Books or magazines to read during your stay.
- Any medication you are currently taking in the original labelled containers. (Please pass your medication in its original packaging/bottle to your nurse who will make sure that it is safe for you to carry on taking).
Yes, we offer free on-site parking for patients.
Accessible routes are available. If you have mobility needs, let us know so we can arrange the most convenient entrance and parking.
Yes. Salford is convenient for the city centre and Greater Manchester. We will book you into the closest suitable clinic
Pre-operative assessments vary by procedure and medical history. Your surgeon will request any required bloods, imaging or anaesthetic review.
Our aftercare team contacts you shortly after you return home and schedules regular check-ins. You also have an out of hours number if you need urgent advice.
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