Before and after: 195 kg to 90 kg (231 lb lost)
Is it possible to lose more than 100 kg after sleeve gastrectomy?
Yes, in some patients with very high starting weights and good commitment. Mohammed from Syria went from 195 kg to 90 kg in about a year after sleeve gastrectomy with Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi, a loss of 105 kg. Results vary depending on starting weight and commitment.
Mohammed in his own words
Mohammed from Syria. I am 35, my previous weight was 195 kg, my current weight is 90 kg, and my height is 174 cm.
First, I thank Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi. I was hesitant to have the surgery because I was scared, until my friends advised me to visit Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi. When I saw the doctor he encouraged me a lot to do it. Thank God I was convinced and did it, and it was the best decision I have ever made in my life.
I followed the meal plan, and Dr. Sally followed us up and gave us advice. Every so often we visited her, and she took care of me step by step.
Thank God, about a year after the surgery I weigh 90 kg, with no loose belly skin or paunch. My body is firm, and everyone is amazed at how I reached this weight.
Read the original Arabic
محمد من سوريا، عمري 35 سنة، وزني السابق 195، والوزن الحالي 90، وطولي 174.
في البداية أشكر الدكتور محمد عبد الوهاب الزيتاوي. كنت متردد أسوي العملية لأني كنت خايف، حتى نصحوني أصدقائي بزيارة الدكتور محمد عبد الوهاب الزيتاوي. ومن شفت الدكتور شجعني كثير إني أسويها، والحمد لله اقتنعت وسويتها، وكانت أروع قرار بتخذه بحياتي.
مشيت على الجدول، والدكتورة سالي تتابعنا وتعطينا نصائح، وبين فترة وفترة نزورها، وتهتم فيني أول بأول.
والحمد لله، وبعد سنة تقريباً من إجراء العملية صار وزني 90، وبدون ترهلات في البطن أو كرش، صار جسمي مشدود، والكل مستغرب مني كيف وصلت لهذا الوزن.
From fear to “the best decision”
Mohammed weighed 195 kg at 174 cm at the age of 35. He hesitated for a long time out of fear of surgery, until friends advised him to visit Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi. At the first appointment the doctor explained the procedure and encouraged him, so he went ahead with laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, which he now calls the best decision of his life.
About a year later: 90 kg and a firm body
Mohammed stuck to his meal plan and visited dietitian Sally regularly for step-by-step follow-up. About a year later he reached 90 kg, a loss of 105 kg, with a firm body and no loose belly skin or paunch, to the surprise of everyone around him.
The journey, step by step
- Before surgery: 195 kg
195 kg at 174 cm, with hesitation and fear of surgery.
- Friends’ advice and meeting the doctor
Visiting Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi on friends’ advice; a detailed explanation and encouragement led to the decision.
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
The surgery, then a gradual return to food following the meal plan.
- Regular dietitian visits
Step-by-step follow-up with dietitian Sally, adjusting the plan to his progress.
- About a year later: 90 kg
105 kg lost, with a firm body and no loose belly skin or paunch.
Losing 105 kg in about a year with a sleeve is an exceptional result. Very high starting weights usually lose more kilograms, but reaching 90 kg reflects excellent commitment to the diet and regular follow-up. With this amount of weight loss we monitor nutritional blood tests and protein closely to protect muscle and overall health. Results vary from patient to patient.
This story reflects one patient's experience. Your result depends on your starting weight, health, the chosen procedure and your commitment after surgery. Only a personal medical evaluation can tell you what to expect.
Mohammed from Syria, aged 35 and 174 cm tall, had laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy at Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi’s bariatric and laparoscopic surgery center in Jordan. His weight went from 195 kg to 90 kg in about a year (a loss of 105 kg) with no loose belly skin, with regular follow-up from dietitian Sally. Results vary between patients.
Frequently asked questions
How much weight did Mohammed from Syria lose after sleeve gastrectomy?
He went from 195 kg to 90 kg, a loss of 105 kg, in about a year after surgery.
Is a sleeve suitable for a weight close to 200 kg?
A sleeve can be suitable for some patients with very high weights, while for others a bypass is preferred. The surgeon decides after a full assessment including tests, heart and lung function, eating habits and reflux.
Why was there no loose skin despite losing over 100 kg?
Loose skin depends on age, skin elasticity, speed of weight loss and commitment to protein and exercise. Some patients have only mild loose skin, while others may later need body contouring depending on their case.
Why are dietitian visits important after a sleeve?
Nutrition follow-up helps patients move correctly between food stages, get enough protein and vitamins, and adjust their plan to the speed of weight loss. It is one of the main reasons results succeed and last.
How do I start an assessment for sleeve gastrectomy?
You can start with an initial assessment by sending your weight, height, age and medical history via WhatsApp +962 79 570 2800, then book your consultation and pre-operative tests.
