What Is Bariatric Surgery?
Learn how weight-loss surgery can support significant, lasting weight loss and improve obesity-related health conditions.
A Medical Treatment for Obesity
Bariatric surgery, also called metabolic or weight-loss surgery, includes procedures that change the stomach and, in some cases, the digestive system. These changes help patients eat smaller portions, feel satisfied sooner, absorb fewer calories, or experience hormonal changes that reduce hunger.
Bariatric surgery is not a quick fix. It is a medical treatment for obesity that works best when combined with healthier eating, regular activity, follow-up care, and continued support.
Bariatric Surgery Options
Advanced Bariatrics offers several surgical options:
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery: Reduces the stomach to a smaller, sleeve-shaped structure.
- Gastric Bypass Surgery: Creates a smaller stomach pouch and redirects part of the digestive system.
- SADI-S Surgery: Combines a gastric sleeve with an intestinal bypass.
- Revisional Bariatric Surgery: Addresses complications, weight regain, or concerns following a previous procedure.
Your surgeon will recommend a procedure based on your health, weight-loss goals, previous treatments, and individual needs.
Is Bariatric Surgery Right
for You?
Bariatric surgery may be considered for adults who have struggled to achieve lasting weight loss through nonsurgical methods or who have obesity-related health conditions.
Eligibility is determined through a comprehensive evaluation that may include your BMI, medical history, medications, previous weight-loss efforts, and readiness to make long-term lifestyle changes.
Explore Your Weight-Loss Options
Meet with our experienced bariatric team to learn more about weight-loss surgery and determine which treatment may be right for you.
