Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Sleeve gastrectomy is a weight loss alternative for higher risk patients either because he/she has other complicated past health issues due to morbid obesity or he/she may only have a small amount of weight to lose. The operation is performed laproscopically and is a minimally invasive day surgery.

Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery Details

This surgery entails stapling and separating 70-80 weight loss over time. Unlike gastric bypass surgery you acquire a considerable amount of instant restriction directly after surgery, saving you time. With gastric bypass surgery regular manual adjustments are required following the surgery.

During your first consultation, Dr. Barker will go over your options and give you his recommendations on whether or not you are a candidate for sleeve gastrectomy or better suited for one of the other weight loss surgeries.

If you are interested in finding out more about sleeve gastrectomy contact Dr. Barker's office using our convenient, online form. for your questions. If you are ready for a consultation this week, also use our easy online form and a representative from Dr. Barker's office will call you within 48 hours.