Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery in Austin

Weight loss can be a challenging journey for many people, and sometimes diet and exercise alone may not be enough. Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, is a treatment option for people struggling with obesity.

CSG offers bariatric surgery as a treatment option for patients struggling with obesity. Our experienced surgeons are committed to providing our patients with compassionate care and the highest quality of treatment options for all types of weight loss surgery.

What is Bariatric Surgery?

Bariatric surgery is a surgical procedure designed to help people who are struggling with obesity lose weight. The surgery works by reducing the size of the stomach, restricting the amount of food that can be consumed, and altering the digestive process.

Types of Bariatric Surgery There are several types of bariatric surgery, including:

Gastric bypass surgery: In this procedure, a small stomach pouch is created, and the small intestine is rerouted to bypass a portion of the digestive tract. This results in less food intake and decreased calorie absorption.
Sleeve gastrectomy: This procedure involves removing a portion of the stomach, creating a smaller stomach pouch, and reducing the amount of food that can be consumed.
Adjustable gastric banding removal: This procedure involves removing the gastric band from the stomach, often with a revision to either gastric sleeve or gastric bypass in the same procedure.
Duodenal switch surgery: This procedure involves both restriction and malabsorption to achieve weight loss. It involves creating a gastric sleeve and reconnecting the small intestine to reduce the absorption of calories and nutrients.
Bariatric revision surgery: These types of procedures are for patients who have already undergone bariatric surgery in the past, such as gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, or gastric banding, and need more surgery to correct problems they may be having years later.

Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery offers several benefits to patients struggling with obesity, including:

Significant weight loss: Bariatric surgery can result in significant weight loss, leading to improved health outcomes.
Improved health: Weight loss surgery can improve or even resolve many obesity-related health issues, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea.
Improved quality of life: Patients often report improved quality of life, including increased energy, improved mobility, and a better overall sense of well-being.

Bariatric Surgery Procedures

Sleeve
Gastrectomy

Gastric
Bypass

Bariatric Revision Surgery & Adjustable Gastric Band Removal

Duodenal Switch
(SADI)

Bariatric Surgery Procedures

Sleeve Gastrectomy

Sleeve gastrectomy is a surgical weight loss procedure involving removing a portion of the stomach and creating a smaller one. This limits the amount of food that can be consumed and decreases appetite, resulting in weight loss.

Southwest Bariatric Surgeons offers sleeve gastrectomy as a treatment option for patients struggling with obesity. Our experienced surgeons are committed to providing our patients with compassionate care and the highest quality treatment options for sleeve gastrectomy and other types of weight loss surgery.
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Gastric Bypass

Gastric bypass surgery is a surgical weight loss procedure that involves creating a small stomach pouch and reconnecting the small intestine to this pouch. This limits the amount of food that can be consumed and alters the digestive process, leading to weight loss.

Southwest Bariatric Surgeons offers gastric bypass surgery as a treatment option for patients struggling with obesity. Our experienced surgeons are committed to providing our patients with compassionate care and the highest quality of treatment options for gastric bypass surgery and other types of weight loss surgery.
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Duodenal Switch or SADI

Duodenal Switch surgery, also known as Stomach Intestinal Pylorus-Sparing Surgery (SIPS), or Single Anastomosis Duodenal Ileostomy (SADI), is an effective bariatric surgery that combines restriction and malabsorption to promote weight loss.

Southwest Bariatric Surgeons offers duodenal switch surgery as a treatment option for patients struggling with obesity. Our experienced surgeons are committed to providing our patients with compassionate care and the highest quality of treatment options for duodenal switch surgery and other types of weight loss surgery.
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Bariatric Revision Surgery and Adjustable Gastric Band Removal

Gastric Band Removal Surgery Gastric banding, also known as laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, is a type of bariatric surgery that involves placing an inflatable band around the upper part of the stomach to create a small pouch. This restricts the amount of food that can be eaten, leading to weight loss. However, gastric banding can result in complications such as band slippage, erosion, and infection, which may require removal of the band.

Southwest Bariatric Surgeons offers offers gastric band removal and bariatric revision surgery as treatment options for patients struggling with complications or inadequate weight loss. Our experienced surgeons are committed to providing our patients with compassionate care and the highest quality of treatment options for gastric band removal, bariatric revision surgery, and other types of weight loss surgery.
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What to Expect Before, During, and After Bariatric Surgery

Before the surgery, patients will undergo a comprehensive medical evaluation to determine if they are a suitable candidate for bariatric surgery. Patients will also need to make certain lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, improving their diet, and increasing physical activity. Our dietician will provide valuable and easy to understand education about life after bariatric surgery, as well as preoperative diet and postoperative diet progression.

During the surgery, patients will receive general anesthesia, and the surgeon will perform the procedure through small incisions in the abdomen.

After the surgery, patients will need to follow a steady diet and exercise plan to achieve the best possible results. It is also important to attend follow-up appointments with the surgeon to monitor progress and ensure proper healing.

Patients for Life

Because long-term follow-up care is critical for the long-term success of weight loss surgery patients, CSG considers all patients to be “patients for life.” CSG is committed to serving patients locally and over the long term to address issues that arise after surgery and monitor your health in the coming years. You will see your surgeon before surgery, and your surgeon will personally monitor your health after surgery.

Specialized, Expert Surgical Care

If you are struggling with obesity and are interested in learning more about sleeve gastrectomy, contact us today today to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced surgeons. We are here to help you on your weight loss journey and improve your overall health and well-being.