A specialized approach to weight loss surgery
Our experienced surgeon offers minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques for effective surgical weight loss. From the moment you reach out to our practice, your comfort and care are our top priority, and we welcome open discussions regarding your care from your first visit to your last follow-up.
We understand that getting surgery can be frightening, and we work hard to address your concerns and questions at every point of care. We pride ourselves in approaching each patient with both professionalism and empathy.
When to consider weight loss surgery
Bariatric surgery, better known as weight loss surgery, could be an effective treatment option for you if you have been diagnosed with morbid obesity and have not successfully lost weight through other means.
Obesity affects one in every three adults in the U.S. It can lead to reduced life expectancy and contribute to conditions such as:
- Type II diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Sleep apnea
- Certain types of cancer
How we make weight loss happen
Gastric sleeve/vertical sleeve gastrectomy
The gastric sleeve procedure is also known as the sleeve gastrectomy or vertical sleeve gastrectomy. According to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (AMBC), it is currently the most popular weight loss surgery procedure in the U.S.
The procedure removes 70 to 80 percent of the stomach and does not require rerouting or bypassing the intestine. Unlike the gastric bypass, which modifies both the stomach pouch and the small intestine, the gastric sleeve simply reduces the size of the stomach.
To learn more about our services or make an appointment, please contact our Advanced Surgery Specialists at (912) 338-6010.