Gastric Bypass in Houston, TX
A Trusted, Life-Changing Solution for Long-Term Weight Loss
- Achieve significant, lasting weight loss
- Comprehensive long-term support
- ASMBS Center of Excellence providing exceptional safety and outcomes
- Care by a leading bariatric surgeon
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Choosing gastric bypass is choosing to rewrite your future. If you’re ready to reclaim your health, restore your confidence, and take control of your life, now is the time to act. Dr. St. Laurent and his team will explain every step, from your first consultation to long-term follow-up care. Your journey toward better health starts with a single decision: show up for yourself. Schedule your consultation today.
Why Choose Dr. St. Laurent for Gastric Bypass
Exceptional Experience
Our bariatric surgeon in Houston, TX, has performed 3,500+ bariatric procedures with consistently excellent safety and success outcomes.
Center of Excellence Care
Our American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recognition reflects superior safety standards, quality, and long-term patient support.
Guidance for Life
Nutrition counseling and coaching help you develop habits that support lasting weight-loss results. We’re going to go the distance with you.
Award-Winning Surgeon
Dr. St. Laurent has been honored as one of America’s Top Bariatric Surgeons for eight consecutive years. Put your trust in a leader.
John - Actual patient
“It definitely improved my quality of life.”
John Lost 64 Lbs in 8 Months
- No longer needs acid reflux and blood pressure medication he’d taken daily for decades
- Sleeps better and has more energy
- Fits into clothes he hasn’t been able to wear in years
Payment Options
Gastric bypass surgery can cost as little as $647/month with our self-pay pricing option. We’ll file all insurance paperwork and help you maximize your coverage.
We also work with several trusted financing partners:
- CareCredit®
- MedChoice
- MedicalFinancing.com™
- American Healthcare Lending™
Gastric Bypass Explained
By an Expert
For many people struggling with obesity, diet and exercise alone aren’t enough to achieve meaningful, lasting weight loss. Gastric bypass surgery has been helping patients for more than 55 years and is now one of the safest, most effective bariatric procedures available.
“My first appointment was very insightful. I left the office confident, informed and empowered to make the right choice for my health.”
Shari
Dr. St. Laurent explains how laparoscopic gastric bypass can benefit patients who have developed obesity-related medical conditions.
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Dr. Matthew St. Laurent
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America's Top Surgeons
Dr. Matthew St. Laurent is a board-certified general surgeon who has completed extensive specialty training and passed rigorous national examinations. He maintains certification through ongoing education and advanced surgical study.
Not all surgeons take this step. When you choose Dr. St. Laurent, you’re choosing a surgeon who is experienced, ethical, and fully equipped to manage unexpected challenges during surgery.
Contact Dr. St. Laurent today to schedule a no-pressure consultation with a surgeon recognized as one of America’s Top Surgeons by the Consumers Research Council of America.
See What’s Possible Through Safe, Effective Gastric Bypass Surgery
After Dr. St. Laurent performed a laparoscopic gastric bypass on this patient, she lost a significant amount of excess weight.
Treatment Timeline
Before, During, and After Gastric Bypass Surgery
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Consultation
We review your medical history, evaluate your goals, and determine whether gastric bypass or another procedure is the safest and most effective option.
Preparation
Follow all pre-surgical instructions, including medication adjustments, lifestyle modifications, and arranging post-surgery support at home.
Anesthesia
You’ll be placed under general anesthesia so you remain fully asleep and comfortable.
Incisions
Several small incisions allow insertion of the laparoscope and surgical instruments.
Stomach Division
The stomach is divided into two sections, creating a smaller pouch that receives food.
Rerouting the Intestine
A portion of your small intestine is attached to the new pouch to redirect food flow.
Close Incisions
Once complete, instruments are removed and incisions are sutured. The entire procedure typically takes 60–90 minutes.
Recovery
Most patients stay overnight and can walk short distances before discharge. Activity gradually increases over two weeks, and most return to normal eating and activity within six weeks.
Healthy Weight Loss
With long-term support from our nutritional and psychological counseling team, most patients see significant weight loss within six months.
Watch Gastric Bypass Surgery Performed by Dr. St. Laurent
After making small incisions in the abdomen, Dr. St. Laurent reduces the stomach to a portion of its original size and reroutes the intestine. Afterward, patients feel fuller more quickly and experience less hunger between meals.
We Support You Through Surgery and Beyond
Emotional Support
Dr. St. Laurent believes obesity is a disease, not a moral failing. Our team provides psychological support to help you overcome emotional and mental barriers to lasting success.
Body Contouring
Significant weight loss can lead to excess skin. We offer thermal and laser-based body contouring procedures to help you feel comfortable and confident in your new body.
Experience Long-Term Benefits With Gastric Bypass in Houston
Gastric bypass surgery can significantly improve your overall health, quality of life, and mental well-being. We’ve helped thousands of patients increase their energy levels and self-esteem through bariatric surgery and long-term counseling.
“There are 2 dietitians on staff the offer unique, fact-based advice. I found that to be the differentiating factor”
Scott
