Weight Loss Surgery Options

Interested in learning other options in bariatric (weight loss) surgery? Lap Band Surgery is a great option, but bariatric physicians sometimes suggest other options which are more suitable for them. If you haven’t consulted with a physician and don’t know whether LAP-BAND surgery is for them – please read our guide on Lap Band Surgery Candidacy.

Types of Bariatric Surgeries

Gastric Bypass Surgery is a common type of bariatric surgery. Gastric Bypass works achieves weight loss by making the stomach smaller and allows food to bypass part of the small intestine.

Roux-en-Y (RNY) Gastric Bypass Surgery – RNY Gastric Bypass is a bariatric surgery that reduces the size of the stomach.  RNY Gastric Bypass is a non-reversible and is ideal for people who want a permanent solution to weight loss.

Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery – Mini Gastric Bypass is a reversible, less invasive surgery that is done via laparoscopic. The surgery aims to create a narrow tube that is attached to the small intestine, bypass the highly absorptive intestine.

Gastric Sleeve Surgery is a bariatric surgery that permanently reduces the size of the stomach. The remaining stomach is significantly smaller and resembles the sleeve shape, hence Gastric Sleeve.

Gastric Banding Surgery, aka Lap-Band Surgery is a very, very common surgery that places an adjustable band the upper portion of the stomach. By constricting the stomach there is reduced consumption which leads to weight loss. Find out information about Mexico Lap Band Surgery.

Gastric Sleeve Plication, aka sleeve plication, is a new procedure that is similar to gastric sleeve. Gastric Sleeve Plication is a reversible surgery that uses sutures to reduce stomach’s capacity.