Bariatric Surgery at MercyOne

If weight loss is part of your health journey, trust the experts at MercyOne. From nutritional counseling and exercise guidance to bariatric surgery and continuous support, our accredited program offers a wide range of treatment options to fit your lifestyle.

Our team of highly trained and experienced providers specialize in delivering safe and effective surgical solutions, tailored to your unique needs and health goals. With a commitment to proven methods and compassionate care, we help you achieve lasting results that go beyond weight loss — helping you stay motived and committed so you can live a healthier and more vibrant life.

Types of bariatric procedures

Gastric Bypass

Gastric bypass works in two ways: by restricting large amounts of food and through the malabsorption (difficulty absorbing) of nutrients from food.

Patients simply can't eat as much as they did before surgery, because this new, small pouch has a lessened capacity to hold food. Because most of the stomach and some of the small intestine has been bypassed, some of the nutrients and calories in your foods will not be absorbed. Additionally, the stomach can now only hold a few ounces of food at a time, causing significant weight loss.

Gastric bypass surgery is commonly performed laparoscopically, which results in is shorter recovery times and less postoperative pain.

Gastric Sleeve

The sleeve gastrectomy, also known as a gastric sleeve procedure, works to help reduce the size of the stomach and reduce the hormones that cause you to feel hunger. An estimated 70-80% of the stomach is removed and no intestines are bypassed. This procedure avoids complications such as dumping syndrome and has less risk of intestinal obstructions and vitamin or mineral deficiencies.

Sleeve gastrectomy is the most common procedure with less risk of potential complications.

Robotic bariatric surgery

Although it’s called “robotic surgery,” your surgeon operates the surgical system which features surgical arms with tiny wristed instruments that bend and rotate 360 degrees, far greater than the human hand. With robotic surgery, you may have less pain, scarring, blood loss and risk of infection.

Revision and conversion surgery

For post-surgery patients who may have experienced poor weight loss, weight regain or complications, they may be a candidate for revision or conversion surgery to help them meet their weight loss goals.

For a successful conversion surgery, patients will explore and address barriers that prevented success with their original weight loss surgery. Through these conversations, we can help patients manage their routine, strategies and nutrition plans for a new lifestyle and long-term success.

*Bariatric surgery procedures available at MercyOne are location specific. Ask your surgeon what treatment option is right for you.