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Sleeve Gastrectomy
The most commonly performed weight-loss procedure in the U.S., the sleeve gastrectomy is both restrictive and malabsorptive. A gastric sleeve involves removing 80 to 85 percent of the stomach. Not only can the stomach hold less food, but production of hormones that signal hunger drop drastically
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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
This procedure is one of the best established and most effective weight-loss surgeries available. It is both restrictive and malabsorptive. First, a small pouch is created out of the stomach. Then, the pouch is rerouted to connect to the small intestine, bypassing a large portion of the gastrointestinal tract and preventing the body from absorbing calories
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Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS)
This procedure combines the best of the sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. A large portion of the stomach is removed and then connected to the small intestines. This reduces hunger-signaling hormones, discourages overeating and prevents calorie absorption
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Adjustable Gastric Band
side from the gastric balloon, the adjustable gastric band procedure is the most easily reversible. A band is attached to the stomach and inflated by a silicone pump, effectively dividing the stomach into a temporary pouch. The band can be removed by a simple procedure
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Medical Weight Loss
at our Center for Metabolic Health, where we uncover any hormonal imbalances, sources of inflammation and nutritional deficiencies. We also provide doctor-supervised diet and exercise plans, stress management and lifestyle advice to help you lose weight and keep it off.
Nutrition Services
since proper nutrition is one of the most important elements in losing weight and keeping it off. If you have had bariatric surgery, we can teach you how you need to modify your diet and what problems you may encounter. For our other patients, we’ll show you smart eating strategies that will keep you healthy.
