Save Big and Lose More Weight: Gastric Sleeve vs. a Lifetime on GLP-1’s
A one-time sleeve (~$10,000) can beat years of monthly med costs, which are often over $500/month including visits. See your break-even point and talk to an expert surgeon today.
Sources: JourneyLite pricing & cost analysis; GLP-1 list-price examples and decade projections.
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What’s Your Break-Even Point?
Estimate how many months of medication spending equals the one-time sleeve cost.
Why Many Patients Choose Sleeve
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One-time investment—no monthly subscription to maintain results.
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Greater average weight loss than GLP-1 meds alone for many patients.
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Improvements in diabetes, sleep apnea, and blood pressure are common.
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Details from JourneyLite’s self pay costs and recent published outcomes.
Talk with Dr. CurryPrefer Medications?
We also prescribe GLP-1s when appropriate and can even combine therapies. If you stop meds, studies show complete weight regain is expected in the long run.
Cost examples: ~$499/month (with temporary manufacturer discounts), ~\$60,000 over 10 years.
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Virtual consults available. Care by Dr. Trace Curry & Dr. James Augusta at an MBSAQIPd and AAAHC accredited outpatient surgery center.
FAQ
- How much does a sleeve cost at JourneyLite?
- $10,000 self-pay at JourneyLite Surgery Center for qualified candidates. We’ll review exact pricing during your consult. Most insurance also accepted!
- How do med costs compare over time?
- At ~$500/month, that’s ~$6000 per year—far exceeding the one-time sleeve cost.
- Is surgery tax-deductible?
- Medical expenses above 7.5% of AGI may be deductible; speak with your tax professional.
- Do you also offer GLP-1 programs?
- Yes—medication-only and combination plans with registered dietitian support.
This page compares high-level cost dynamics and is not medical or tax advice. Individual results and costs vary.
