Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass surgery is a procedure, which effectively reduces the size of the stomach in the patient. Approximately half of weight loss surgeries are gastric bypass surgery, making it the most popular form of bariatric surgery.
Is Gastric Bypass Right For Me? »Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve
Laparoscopic gastric sleeve is a procedure, which removes upwards of two-thirds of the stomach. This drastically reduces the amount of food you’re able to ingest so you feel fuller with much less food, making the restricted caloric intake easier.
Is the Sleeve Right For Me? »Laparoscopic Gastric Banding – LapBand®
The LapBand® is an outpatient procedure in which an adjustable band is placed around the top of the stomach. Office based adjustments are made to the tightness of the band depending on the restriction you feel and how well you are losing weight.
Is the LapBand® Right For Me? »Free Seminar Registration
If you are interested in learning more about Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Gastric Banding – LapBand®, and Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve procedures, we invite you to attend one of our complimentary informational seminars.
Simply select a date that best fits your schedule, send us your information and we'll send you a confirmation email with directions.
Find Out More »Our Patient’s Success Stories
“I have discovered a more healthy relationship with food that has also resulted in weight loss that I am not only happy with, but I can maintain.”
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“I lost from 237 pounds at my heaviest to 133. I’ve maintained at between 135 to 139 for the past 2-1/2 years.”
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“I had surgery November 10, 2003, and since surgery I have lost 167 pounds...I’m going to live 20+ years longer!”
More About Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass »» Ready to Begin Your Story?
At the Bariatric Center, we can help you experience the same results as others who have successfully undergone surgical treatment. We understand weight loss surgery is a serious consideration. We are here to help you choose the best option for you. Find out more about the different surgeries we offer.
The Right Surgery »Providing Quality, Caring Weight Loss Surgery
The Bariatric Center of Kansas City is the largest center for laparoscopic weight loss surgery in the Kansas City metropolitan area. We are listed by the Surgical Review Corporation as a Bariatric Center of Excellence.
Dr. Stanley Hoehn and Dr. Christopher Kowalski have served on university faculties and have received specialty training in the field of laparoscopic weight loss surgery from surgeons who developed laparoscopic techniques. In addition to the dedicated surgeons, we are also staffed with with physician assistants, nursing and supporting staff that have years of experience in providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
Ready to Lose Weight For Good?
To ensure that you are informed of the changes to your lifestyle that you will need to make, you should meet with a surgeon and be prepared with a list of questions to ask about the surgery. The decision to undergo weight loss surgery should be given time and careful consideration. As with any surgical procedure, weight loss surgery carries certain risks. Much of the procedure's success is dependent upon the patient.
Preparing yourself as much as possible for the days ahead will ensure you have the highest potential for success. Establishing a relationship with a team of trained professionals and a supportive
network of friends can help you be successful following your weight loss surgery. We may recommend you to see a dietitian or nutritionist and psychologist or therapist. We can also connect you with a support group containing others who have undergone the surgery. You may want to attend one of these groups before your surgery to know what to expect following your surgery.
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Life following weight-loss surgery requires many changes, some of which you may have prepared for before surgery, and some which can be sudden. Immediately after surgery, your diet will be limited exclusively to liquids. Soon you can begin gradually introducing foods back into your diet, one by one. While this is happening, you will have to make sure you get enough of the nutrients your body needs every day.
Before your surgery, it is a good idea to begin the lifestyle changes you need so that you can spend your time in recovery focusing on healing and reinforcing new routines and changes in your diet and habits. Establishing an exercise regimen and a healthier diet can make it easier to transition into the period after your surgery. Though the process can be difficult, great things will be happening in your body and in your life!
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Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass
Laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery reduces the size of the stomach. Approximately half of weight loss surgeries are gastric bypass surgery.
Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve
Laparoscopic gastric sleeve removes upwards of two-thirds of the stomach reducing the amount of food the patient is able to ingest.
Laparoscopic Gastric Banding – LapBand®
The laparoscopic gastric banding – LapBand® procedure is the least invasive method of weight loss surgery. It is an outpatient procedure by which a silastic adjustable band is placed around the top of the stomach.
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