Pasqua Hospital Team Performs Western Canada’s first TORe procedure
On July 25, 2025, gastroenterologist Dr. Chris Rueda-Clausen and the team at the Pasqua Hospital gastrointestinal unit in Regina became the first in Western Canada to successfully perform the Transoral Outlet Reduction (TORe) procedure.
The Transoral Outlet Reduction procedure is a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure designed to help patients who experience complications after bariatric surgery, particularly weight regain or severe rapid gastric emptying (dumping syndrome). Until now, patients often required surgical revision or had to travel out of province for advanced endoscopic care.
Performed through the mouth with an endoscope, no external incisions are required. The procedure reduces patient risk with a lower complication rate, faster recovery, improved outcomes of weight loss maintenance, and reduced symptoms of dumping syndrome.
“With the Transoral Outlet Reduction procedure, we can offer our patients a safer and more cost-effective option right here in Regina,” said Dr. Rueda-Clausen.
The Pasqua Gastrointestinal Unit continues to lead in adopting advanced therapeutic endoscopy. By offering Transoral Outlet Reduction procedure and other innovative procedures, the team is expanding local access to treatments that once required major surgery, delivering safer care and better outcomes for Saskatchewan patients, a true representation of the SHA’s CARES values (compassion, accountability, respect, equity, and safety).
The team at the Pasqua Hospital gastrointestinal unit in Regina became the first in Western Canada to successfully perform the Transoral Outlet Reduction (TORe) procedure. From left: Dr. Chris Rueda-Clausen, Jennifer Taylor, Nicole McKinnnon, Nichole Leier, Ryan Del Bigiuo, Stacy Hubic, Ceigee Schrader
