Next-generation technology

pose® 3.0 Double Helix
Endo-Sleeve

Discover the most advanced and gentle method to achieve long-term weight loss success – without surgery. The Weight Doctors® Endo-Sleeve is powered by revolutionary pose® 3.0 Double Helix technology. Ultra-safe, minimally invasive, no cuts or scars – just exceptional results for your weight loss journey.

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A stomach reduced by 75%, for a lifetime

Our Endo-Sleeve gently reduces your stomach volume by up to 70–75%, using the next-gen pose® 3.0 Double Helix technology – the world’s first permanent gastric reduction without surgery. You’ll feel full faster, stay satisfied longer, and experience a powerful boost in weight loss success. At the Weight Doctors®, the latest generation of Endo-Sleeve based on pose® 3.0 provides more comfort, shorter recovery time, and even better, longer-lasting results.

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Pose® 3.0 Double Helix: The Most Advanced and Gentle Technology for Permanent Gastric Reduction—Without Surgery

The groundbreaking pose® 3.0 Double Helix technology represents the next evolution in non-surgical weight loss. Designed as the first truly permanent gastric reduction procedure without the need for surgery, it has been continuously refined to now deliver results comparable to a traditional operation—without incisions, scars, or long recovery periods.
At its core, this innovation was developed to offer an even more effective, targeted approach to weight loss than earlier systems. The objective: a highly restrictive yet ultra-safe solution, engineered to maximize outcomes with minimal invasiveness. Just as important was the commitment of the U.S. engineers and physicians behind the technology to maintain the highest standards of safety, backed by an impressive clinical track record and proven performance from USGI Medical.
What makes this approach truly unique at the Weight Doctors® is how we apply pose® 3.0 Double Helix in a modular, personalized way. The method is quick, fully endoscopic, and completely scar-free—yet achieves outcomes that closely mirror those of surgical sleeve procedures. Our technique requires no hospital stay or significant downtime, while still delivering a powerful and permanent transformation for patients who qualify.

All the Key Benefits of a Surgical Sleeve Gastrectomy—With None of the Extended Recovery
At the Weight Doctors®, our Endo-Sleeve procedure using the pose® 3.0 Double Helix offers a state-of-the-art alternative to a surgical sleeve gastrectomy—achieving similarly effective, long-term weight loss without the need for incisions or hospitalization.

This innovative technology, sometimes referred to as “a sleeve gastrectomy without surgery,” is performed with an endoscope that is inserted through the mouth. Using modern and specialized medical tools, the stomach is carefully folded along its length with small anchors and sutures. This creates a double effect:

The stomach is significantly narrowed, reducing its overall curved width.
It is also shortened, reducing its length and total volume

The result? Smaller portions of food trigger earlier and longer-lasting feelings of fullness—helping you naturally eat less, feel satisfied more quickly, and maintain weight loss over time.

Best of all, the procedure is performed under general anesthesia in a single outpatient day procedure. And because it is part of our Weight Doctors SLEEVE® program, the effects of pose®3 Double Helix technology are long-lasting and permanent, provided no medical contraindications are present.

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Why is the pose® 3 ENDO SLEEVE so effective?

Advantage #1
Achieve a permanently reduced stomach size without surgery. The pose®3 Double Helix technology delivers lasting results that support long-term weight management. Because the stomach is reshaped into a slimmer, tubular form, you’ll feel full faster and naturally consume less food.

Advantage #2
A powerful balance of results and safety. This procedure allows you to reduce your stomach volume by up to 75%, lose approximately 50% of your excess weight within 6 months, and avoid the risks and complications often associated with surgical interventions.

Advantage#3
Minimal recovery, maximum freedom. The downtime is remarkably short—most patients return to their usual routine just days after treatment. In fact, the recovery can be so quick that it’s sometimes described as a “long-weekend recovery.”

Advantage#4
No strict limitations, just better living. The pose®3 Double Helix Endo Sleeve is non-restrictive and designed to seamlessly integrate into your lifestyle. Most patients report noticeable improvements in energy, wellbeing, and eating habits within a few weeks.

AT A GLANCE

Duration of the procedure

60-90 minutes

• Type of anesthesia

general anesthesia

Stay

Outpatient (no overnight stay required)

Pain level

very low

Scarring

None – no external incisions

Sociable

Return to social activities in just 3–4 days

Durability

permanent

Cost

from 293€ per month*

Experience really matters

Undergoing weight loss treatment is a big decision, often patients have considered it for years before taking the plunge.

For a long time patients were presented only with surgical options for obesity. Whilst these options can be good, they are also invasive. Weight Doctors® recognised early on that a large potion of weight loss patients are generally healthy with a BMI lower than 50. A minimally invasive, yet powerful procedure suits these patients perfectly.

Weight Doctors® were amongst the first European specialists to provide Endoscopic treatment for weight loss and have grown to be the largest with centres across UK, the Netherlands, South Africa, Germany and beyond. Not only that, Endoscopic treatment is our speciality and passion.

Working with International experts such as Dr Devinder Bansi, Professor Karl Miller and Professor Jan Willem Greve soon saw Weight Doctors® at the cutting edge of endoscopic treatment and performing cases in high volume.

Now the Weight Doctors SLEEVE® sits alongside traditional surgical weight loss methods, is approved for use within most national and medical guidelines worldwide including the U.S. and attracts around 10'000 patients each year.

With all this said, the Weight Doctors SLEEVE® is an intricate procedure only to be performed by experts who carry out the procedure routinely and with an excellent clinical team. At Weight Doctors®, patients can be confident of this expert team, alongside excellent clinical facilities and industry leading aftercare. Read more about the 12 best reasons to choose Weight Doctors®.

Is the pose® 3.0 Double Helix Technology the Right Choice for Me?

Excess weight—espeically, obesity—can place an enormous physical and emotional burden on individuals. Beyond the increased risk of secondary health conditions, the impact on social life, self-confidence, and mental wellbeing is considerable. It’s common to feel isolated, frustrated, or powerless in the face of repeated attempts to lose weight.

That’s why it’s important to know you don’t have to do this alone. The pose® 3.0 Double Helix technology offers a path forward—especially for those who want long-lasting results but prefer a non-surgical solution. The Weight Doctors SLEEVE® is a clinically advanced tool that gives your body the support it needs to achieve real, lasting transformation.

Available Exclusively at the Weight Doctors® — pose®3 Double Helix with the Endo-Sleeve

At the Weight Doctors®, we’ve dedicated nearly two decades to helping patients reclaim their health, confidence, and quality of life. Thousands of people have walked through our doors and found the motivation they needed to succeed—and now, we can help even more!

Thanks to the pose®3 Double Helix technology, we’ve crossed a new threshold in what’s possible. This innovative technique is especially suited for patients who aim to lose 20 kg or more, who have a BMI of 29 or higher. It offers a powerful option for those who may have struggled with other weight loss solutions in the past.

This next-generation approach is only available through the Weight Doctors SLEEVE® programme — and it’s helping redefine what success can look like.

The Smart Innovation Behind the pose®3 Double Helix Technology

The pose®3 Double Helix technology is a sophisticated endoscopic method that has no external surgery required. Instead, the stomach wall is gently sutured from the inside using a patented anchor system from US-based USGI Medical.

This minimally invasive method creates the Weight Doctors® Endo-Sleeve shape by reducing the stomach’s volume by up to 75% — a transformation that leads to a faster feeling of fullness and meaningful weight loss. Patients often feel satisfied with smaller portions and experience significant results over time.

At the Weight Doctors®, this technology is part of our mission to offer effective, science-proven procedure with as little interruptions to your life as possible.

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PAYING BY INSTALMENTS, MADE EASY WITH MEDIPAY

Many Weight Doctors patients want a convenient way to pay in instalments to spread their treatment costs more easily, over a longer period of time. Weight Doctors offers an ideal solution in cooperation with medipay.

Because you alone determine how long the term of your financing should be. You have the opportunity to benefit from our fair, low-interest and discreet instalment facility – starting at 0% effective annual interest rate*. And, if you wish, you can do all this completely online without the need for cumbersome paper forms.

*Conditional upon creditworthiness

YOUR FINANCING APPLICATION
MADE EASY, FOR YOUR CONVENIENCe

We’ve made securing the treatment you want with the help of medipay as convenient as possible, with several ways to apply:

- Come to us for a consultation and we'll guide you step by step through your financing application.
- Call us on 0231 58 98 3200 and we'll explain the few steps to you comfortably on the phone.
- Apply for financing online. See the next tab to start the process in 1 click.

Ratenzahlung leicht gemacht

Viele Patienten von Weight Doctors wünschen eine komfortable Zahlung in Raten, um ihre Behandlungskosten einfacher über einen längeren Zeitraum zu verteilen. Weight Doctors bietet in Zusammenarbeit mit medipay eine ideale Lösung:

Denn Sie bestimmen allein, wie lange die Laufzeit Ihrer Finanzierung sein soll. Entsprechend haben Sie die Möglichkeit, von unserem fairen, zinsgünstigen und diskreten Teilzahlungsservice zu profitieren. Und das alles vollständig online.

FINANCIAL FREEDOM WITH MEDIPAY

Your online application:

In principle, the medipay financing plan is available to all individuals who have their primary residence in Germany and no negative credit (Schufa) entries. In addition, it is important that you are employed or a retiree and have a disposable income. If you are a student, trainee or housewife, a second person (parent, child, spouse or partner from the same household) can be registered if the aforementioned requirements are met.

Click here or scan the following medipay QR code to access your online application directly and conveniently. Please note, the application process is available in german only.

Lose Over 50% of Excess Weight — In Just 6 Months

With the revolutionary pose®3 Double Helix technology, patients now have an unprecedented opportunity to lose weight safely, continuously, and without the risks of traditional surgery. Clinical studies have shown that patients lose, on average, more than 50% of their excess weight within just six months of treatment. What would a weight loss like that look like — for example, this corresponds to a significant drop in BMI—from 37 down to 30.

What sets this innovation apart from earlier methods is not just the results—but how quickly they are achieved. Compared to the first-generation pose® technology, patients using pose® 3.0 Double Helix typically begin to see measurable results 2–3 months earlier and lose up to 20% more weight overall within the first year. With reduced pain levels, faster recovery times, and dramatically less invasiveness, this advanced technique represents a major leap forward in weight loss treatment.

The Weight Doctors SLEEVE® empowers patients to break free from the cycle of excess weight, reclaim their energy and health, and step into a life they may have once thought was out of reach. And they don’t do it alone—our team provides ongoing guidance in nutrition, exercise, and wellbeing to help every patient achieve long-term success.

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Professor Karl Miller, MD

“The pose® 2 ENDO SLEEVE procedure finally does away with all prejudices against minimally invasive obesity treatment. There is currently no better alternative for a gentle, effective and above all, permanent, treatment to address pathological obesity.”

HOW IT WORKS

The pose®3 Endo-Sleeve is created by gently folding the stomach wall along its length and width. These folds are then sutured from the inside using a special endoscopic technique. The result is a noticeably reduced, tube-shaped stomach—without the need for any external incisions.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How exactly does the pose® 3.0 Double Helix technology work?

The pose®3 Double Helix is a cutting-edge, scientifically-proven endoscopic technology used exclusively at for the Weight Doctors SLEEVE®. Think of it as the foundation that enables us to create the Endo-Sleeve without surgery and no scars. This patented system includes medically advanced equipment and materials developed by USGI Medical, which allow our specialists to reduce stomach volume from the inside—endoscopically and without incisions.
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia using a gastroscopy (a type of endoscopic procedure). It typically takes just 60-90 minutes. Although an overnight stay in the clinic isn’t usually necessary, we recommend it to ensure patient safety and comfort. Post-treatment, patients follow a special liquid diet for the first two weeks. With the experienced support from the Weight Doctors® 360 Coaches, this diet gradually includes more foods and textures—until patients return to a normal diet without restrictions.

What risks exist for me with the pose® 3.0 Double Helix technology?

The Endo-Sleeve using the pose® 3.0 Double Helix technology is a very safe, minimally invasive, and well-tolerated treatment. Complications are rare and typically mild. If they do occur, they are usually manageable without surgery. Examples include: minor bleeding from suture sites, hematomas, or rare injuries to the stomach or esophagus. However, when performed by an experienced specialist—like those at the Weight Doctors® —such complications are extremely uncommon.
That said, the Weight Doctors SLEEVE® is still a medical procedure and requires a personal consultation and thorough assessment of your lifestyle and medical background. Every treatment is preceded by an evaluation from one of our physicians specialized in this field. We highly recommend taking advantage of a free consultation to better understand your individual risks and benefits.

What weight loss can I achieve with the pose® 3.0 Double Helix technology?

The pose®3 Double Helix is an advanced, endoscopic method for creating a sleeve-like reduction of the stomach. It builds on the success of earlier pose® technologies, which have been used over 12,000 times worldwide.
Clinical data shows that patients have lost more than 50% of their excess weight within 6 to 7 months after the procedure. Nearly all patients (approx. 95%) experience meaningful and signficant weight loss—often in the double-digit percentage range—within the first 6 months. Compared to older technologies, weight loss begins sooner (often 2–3 months earlier) and can be about 20% greater overall.
While it may not match the exact results of surgical procedures like the Gastric Sleeve, the pose®3 Double Helix offers a strong alternative with far fewer risks and no incisions. At the Weight Doctors®, we pair this technology with a carefully structured treatment and a personally tailored coaching with the Weight Doctors® 360 Coaches. Long-term success depends on your commitment and to adhering to the recommended nutritional guidance and lifestyle program we provide.

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