Bariatric Treatments (Weight-Loss Surgeries)

Bariatric surgery offers a long-term solution for individuals struggling with obesity and related health conditions. These procedures reduce stomach size or alter the digestive process, helping patients lose weight safely and effectively. Different types of bariatric surgeries include:

Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy) – Removes a portion of the stomach, leaving a smaller “sleeve” shape that limits food intake and decreases hunger hormones.

Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y Bypass) – Creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the digestive tract, reducing calorie absorption while limiting food intake.

Adjustable Gastric Banding – A silicone band is placed around the stomach to create a smaller pouch, which can be adjusted over time.Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS) – A more complex procedure that combines stomach reduction with intestinal rerouting, leading to significant weight loss.

Bariatric treatments not only transform body shape but also dramatically improve overall health by reducing the risks of diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, and other obesity-related conditions.