Weight Loss
Bariatric Surgery for Weight Loss
Our weight loss program at Grandview Medical Center is accredited as a Comprehensive Center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP).
What is Bariatric Surgery?
Bariatric surgery is weight-loss surgery for people who are obese and their attempts at weight loss through exercise and dieting have not succeeded. Weight loss occurs rapidly because surgery reduces your stomach's size. Three bariatric surgery methods are described below: Gastric Bypass Surgery, Gastric Band Surgery, and Gastric Sleeve Surgery.
Are You a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery?
You may qualify as a candidate for bariatric surgery if
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You have a body mass index of 40+ (approximately 80-100 pounds overweight),
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Your body mass index is 35+
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You have been diagnosed with diabetes or other serious obesity-related conditions such as heart disease or severe sleep apnea.
Having obesity-related physical problems that significantly interfere with employment, physical mobility or social function may also make you a possible candidate for surgery.
Even if you meet the above criteria, you must also commit to making lifestyle changes which will ensure the success of your surgery.
These include:
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Making healthy diet and exercise habits a priority in your life, and
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A long-term adherence to the guidelines and follow-up recommended by your surgeon.
Most patients find participation in a post-operative support group beneficial
Gastric bypass is the most commonly performed bariatric surgery. The stomach is stapled to form a pouch limiting the amount of food you can eat. This is bypassed to the small intestine, so there is less chance for food calories to be absorbed by the body.
This bariatric surgery removes 85% of the stomach so little food can be eaten.
The Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) involves the placement of internal stitches inside the stomach to lessen the volume and change the shape of the stomach, forming a tube.
Why Choose Advanced Surgeons, P.C. for Bariatric Surgery?
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Safety of surgery in a Center of Excellence inpatient setting
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Long-term Specialized support and education from certified bariatric Nursing. Nutrition, and Fitness professionals
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Convenience of in-house and online Bariatric Store
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Monthly Support Groups
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Revisional Surgery offered for any future related weight issues
ADVANCED SURGEONS DR. BARTON WOOD
Bariatric Surgery Testimonials
Cayla C.
“You don’t really realize how far you’ve come until a memory pops up on Facebook that makes you sick!
I was at my highest weight of 315 pounds in the first picture back in 2019. I was a miserable 20 year old, and we couldn’t figure why I couldn’t lose weight. (I literally tried everything, and was also extremely active in marching band)!
The second picture shows just how happy I am now! This is August of this year at my college graduation, weighing 183 pounds, and now I am currently 178! If you are still on the fence about doing it, I promise it is well worth it!”
Karen W.
“1st picture is October of last year. Had a conversion from sleeve to bypass in December due to severe acid reflux.
2nd picture is October of this year. So thankful for my tool. 54 pounds down. Had tummy tuck/hernia repair in July and breast lift/reduction in October of this year.”
