Procedures We Offer
There are multiple operations performed to treat obesity. The two most common operations are the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy. The vast majority of the operations are performed in a minimally invasive fashion, robotically or laparoscopically. This means operations are performed through multiple small incisions (5, 8, or 12mm) in a person's abdomen rather than one large incision.
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Procedure
This weight loss procedure involves creating a stomach pouch about the size of a person's thumb. This limits how much a person can eat. Then, the small intestine is divided about 2 feet downstream from the stomach.
One end of the intestine is brought up and attached to the small stomach pouch (gastrojejunostomy). The other end of the intestine is attached to the downstream intestinal tract. The gastric bypass restricts how much food a person can eat and results in decreased absorption of the food a person eats.
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gastric sleeve surgery which is also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is a bariatric surgery operation. This proceudre is typically performed laparoscopically, where small instruments are inserted through multiple small incisions in the upper abdomen. It removes a large portion of the stomach, and leaves behind a narrow “sleeve.” Reducing the size of the stomach by 75%-80%. This helps to restrict calories and reduce hunger. This surgery helps those with severe obesity achieve effective weight loss.
