Weight loss surgery
Weight loss surgery solutions in North Texas
Losing weight is hard; we are here to help
Maintaining a healthy weight can significantly impact your health and well-being. However, traditional weight loss methods can be challenging and insufficient for many people. We offer a comprehensive weight loss program, including weight loss surgery, a medically managed weight loss program, and support groups. Our team will help you choose the best options based on your health goals and history.
A healthier you
Are you a candidate for bariatric surgery? Determine if you qualify with our online assessment.
Are you a candidate for bariatric surgery? Determine if you qualify with our online assessment.
Weight loss surgery is the gold standard for achieving permanent weight loss and is proven to help patients lose up to 70% of excess body weight. After bariatric surgery, patients can see significant improvements in their health including resolution or improvement with type II diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, sleep apnea, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) symptoms, as well as a reduced risk of stroke and heart attack. Bariatric surgery can improve your quality of life because of increased energy, reduced joint pain, and improved hormone balance which improves mood and fertility, allowing you to do what you enjoy. Our certified team specializes in supporting patients throughout their bariatric surgery journey ensuring long-term success.
Medical City Lewisville is committed to providing individuals in North Texas with the best weight loss surgery with a specialized accreditation from theMetabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). Medical City Lewisville is a bariatric center of excellence with several insurance carriers. Because of our commitment to providing patients with high-level quality care, we are recognized as:
- MBSAQIP Accredited Center: Recognized for meeting rigorous standards in bariatric surgery.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction for Bariatric Surgery: Awarded for excellence in bariatric care.
- United Healthcare Optum Center of Excellence: Honored for superior patient care and outcomes
Types of bariatric surgery we offer
Weight loss surgery is a proven solution for treating severe obesity and related conditions. These procedures work through restriction, malabsorption, or a combination of both. Restrictive procedures decrease food intake by creating a smaller stomach. Malabsorptive procedures alter the digestive process to limit nutrient absorption. Our Bariatric & Metabolic Institute within Medical City Lewisville offers a range of bariatric surgical options. Your doctor will determine whether you are a bariatric surgery candidate using body mass index (BMI) calculations and a comprehensive medical exam. Surgical options include:
- Sleeve gastrectomy (gastric sleeve) - A restrictive procedure where a portion of the stomach is removed using a stapling device, creating a thin vertical sleeve of the stomach. This also reduces the amount of ghrelin, or the “hunger hormone,” which can reduce hunger signals and sensations.
- Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y) - Combines restriction and malabsorption by dividing the stomach to create a small pouch that empties directly into the lower portion of the jejunum, part of the small intestine.
- Lap band management - Involves adding or removing fluid in the balloon around the lap band via a port placed under the skin of the abdomen at the time of initial lap band placement.
- Revision surgery - Our team provides revision surgery to improve results for patients who have experienced complications or inadequate results from previous bariatric surgery.
As part of our commitment to providing you with the most advanced medical treatments, all procedures are completed with robotic surgery. Robotic surgery allows surgeons to perform a more precise procedure with less scarring, less blood loss, and a quicker recovery time.
Bariatric support resources
We provide educational resources and support services for life before and after bariatric surgery, including:
Medically managed weight loss program
For those who prefer non-surgical weight loss solutions or do not qualify for surgery, we offer a comprehensive, medically managed weight loss program. Our program includes:
- Medical counseling
- Medication therapy
- Personalized and evidence-based nutrition guidance
- Individual weight loss and therapeutic exercise plan
- Lifestyle modifications
- Physical therapy, if needed
Scheduling your consultation
We accept physician referrals and self-referrals for weight loss support. During your consultation, you will meet with our expert team to discuss weight loss options and insurance requirements. To learn more, please call (469) 370-2681 to request more information. Take the first steps towards a healthier you today.
Videos about our Weight loss surgery services
Pastor is 276 Pounds Lighter Thanks to Weight Loss Surgery
Rodney Armstrong, church pastor and husband, lost over 250 pounds since his weight loss surgery at Bariatric & Metabolic Institute at Medical City Lewisville. He is grateful for his new lifestyle, thanks to bariatric surgery and through his success, he inspires others to lose weight and get healthy.