gastric bypass houston A Safe Way to Lasting Weight Loss
Board-Certified Surgeon | Pre- and Post-Operative Counseling | Financing Available
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
Our Board-Certified Surgeon Explains
What to Expect With a Gastric Bypass
For some people who struggle with obesity, diet and exercise just aren't enough to achieve healthy weight loss. Gastric bypass surgery is a tried-and-true method of helping patients control their appetites and lose weight.
Techniques and technology have been improving steadily over the last 55+ years, and the procedure is one of the safest and most reliable gastric procedures available today.
Dr. St. Laurent explains how laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery benefits patients who have developed significant underlying medical conditions as a result of obesity.
Experience Long-Term Benefits
With Gastric Bypass in Houston
Gastric bypass surgery can radically change your general health, quality of life, and overall mental well-being. We’ve helped thousands of patients improve their self-esteem and energy levels with bariatric surgery and counseling.
“There are 2 dietitians on staff the offer unique, fact-based advice. I found that to be the differentiating factor”
Scott M.
“My first appointment was very insightful. I left the office confident, informed and empowered to make the right choice for my health.”
Shari M.
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.
we’ll help you pay for surgery With Financing and Insurance Options
Gastric bypass surgery can cost as little as $647/mo with our self-pay pricing option. We will file all paperwork with your insurance provider and help maximize your coverage.
We also work with several financing vendors:
- CareCredit®
- MedChoice
- MedicalFinancing.com™
- American Healthcare Lending™
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.
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Dr. Matthew St. Laurent
Eliminate Your Excess Weight
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America's Top Surgeons
To become a board-certified general surgeon, Dr. St. Laurent completed a residency in his surgical specialty and then passed a challenging written examination presented by a specialty board. He maintains his certification through a commitment to continuing education.
Not all surgeons take the extra step to become board-certified. By choosing Dr. St. Laurent for your weight loss surgery, you can rest assured that you are working with a highly trained medical professional who is knowledgeable, ethical, and able to handle any unforeseen surgical challenges.
Contact Dr. St. Laurent today to set up a no-pressure, educational consultation with a board-certified doctor who was named one of America's Top Surgeons by the Consumers Research Council of America.
Treatment Timeline
Before, During, and After Gastric Bypass Surgery
I totally recommend Dr. St. Laurent for the most comprehensive, efficient, and positive patient experience! Johaymar A., Google Review
Consultation
Dr. St. Laurent will complete a thorough analysis of your medical history and conduct some tests to determine whether gastric bypass or another type of bariatric surgery is right for you. If you both mutually agree to move forward with surgery, your gastric procedure will be scheduled.
Preparation
Carefully follow all of Dr. St. Laurent's instructions. Practice healthy habits, like quitting smoking and limiting your alcohol consumption. Refrain from certain medications, especially ones that make it difficult for your blood to clot, like ibuprofen and aspirin. You'll also need to make arrangements for someone to help you around your home after your bariatric surgery.
Anesthesia
When the day of your weight loss surgery arrives, the first step will be to put you under general anesthesia so you are fully asleep during the procedure.
Incisions
Next, Dr. St. Laurent will make several small incisions in your abdomen to access your stomach and small intestine. He will insert a laparoscope and small surgical tools through the incisions.
Stomach Division
Dr. St. Laurent will divide your stomach into two separate sections using surgical staples, ensuring that the upper section, which will contain food, is much smaller than the lower section.
Rerouting the Intestine
After separating your stomach, a portion of your small intestine will be connected directly to the upper pouch, allowing food to pass directly through it.
Close Incisions
Once the small intestine is connected to the upper pouch, the gastric bypass is complete. Dr. St. Laurent will remove his tools and stitch the incisions shut. The entire procedure, including connecting your small intestine to the upper pouch, usually takes between one hour and 90 minutes.
Recovery
Generally, an overnight hospital stay is required after gastric bypass surgery. Dr. St. Laurent will monitor your progress and release you when you can walk short distances comfortably and eat a reasonable amount of your diet.
Once you are released, you will need to limit your activity for up to two weeks. After that time, you can gradually increase your activity level over the next few weeks. You will also need to modify your diet, gradually adding in solid foods until you can tolerate them easily. Most patients return to a normal diet and activity levels in around six weeks.
Healthy Weight Loss
After you are fully recovered, it is important to eat a healthy diet and lead a healthy lifestyle to achieve the best possible weight loss results. At our office in Houston, Texas, we continue to support our patients well after their bariatric surgeries with nutritional and psychological counseling. As you continue to work with us, you should experience noticeable weight loss within six months.
We Minimize the Risks
Associated With Gastric Bypass Surgery
Like any surgical procedure, gastric bypass surgery could cause an infection or excessive bleeding. There's also a chance that the stomach or intestines could be damaged during the procedure. Gastric bypass surgery is uniquely associated with a complication known as "dumping syndrome." When food passes from the stomach into the small intestine too quickly, it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
By choosing Dr. St. Laurent, you greatly reduce your chances of encountering any of these issues. He has completed thousands of surgeries and uses the safest, most precise technology during every procedure. Dr. St. Laurent will also give you detailed instructions after surgery so that you can avoid dumping syndrome.
How Our Team Ensures
Comprehensive & Long-Term Results
In addition to providing a customized lifestyle plan created by our full-time dietitian, Michelle, our practice helps gastric bypass patients by providing:
Emotional Support
Dr. St. Laurent believes that obesity is a disease — not a moral failing. This philosophy led him to complement weight loss surgery with psychological help to achieve the best possible results. He and his expert team will work tirelessly to help you conquer any emotional and mental obstacles holding you back from a healthier lifestyle.
Body Contouring
Gastric bypass results in incredible weight loss. Unfortunately, this can also lead to loose skin, wrinkles, and stretch marks that develop after the rapid reduction in weight. We provide various thermal and laser-based body contouring procedures that you can undergo to eliminate these cosmetic concerns, allowing you to feel even more comfortable in your new body.
"I really thought I would struggle...but when I chose to take the guidance of Dr. St. Laurent and Michelle seriously instead of like a suggestion, it wasn't a terrible transition."
Christy J.
