Category: Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Surgery Outperforms GLP-1 Drugs in New 430,000-Patient Study: What This Means for You GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide have changed the weight loss conversation. They work, and they have helped many people lose weight for the first time in years. That progress is real. But a new analysis presented at the American Society […]

A patient called The Bariatric Experts™ recently. She wanted to schedule a “metabolic reset” before she considered bariatric surgery. She had heard the phrase from friends and online communities, and it resonated with her. She felt her body wasn’t just carrying extra weight. Something deeper felt off in how her metabolism worked. She isn’t alone. […]

Obesity is a complex and challenging condition that affects more than 1 billion people worldwide. If you’ve tried and failed to lose weight through diet and exercise, medical experts Scott C. Stowers, D.O., FASMBS, and Curtis Peery, MD, FACS, FASMBS here at The Bariatric Experts offer surgical weight loss techniques that can offer you a lifeline to a healthier future.However, choosing […]

Gastric band surgery, also known as laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding or simply — gastric banding, has been a popular bariatric procedure for those struggling with obesity. The surgery is performed by placing a silicone band around the upper part of your stomach and creating a small pouch that limits the amount of food you can […]

Robotically assisted bariatric surgery, also known as robotic weight loss surgery, is a type of minimally invasive surgery that uses a robotic arm to assist the surgeon during the procedure.Here at The Bariatric Experts, board-certified bariatric surgeons Dr. Scott Stowers and Dr. Curtis Peery perform robotic surgery using the state-of-the-art da Vinci® Xi system, which offers many advantages for them as […]