About This Location
Methodist Charlton offers patients numerous options in advanced weight loss procedures. Our bariatric surgeons serve the Dallas County area.
Weight Loss Surgeries
Obesity increases risk factors for various health complications, such as diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea and more. When the risk becomes significant a doctor may recommend bariatric surgery. Bariatric surgery (weight loss surgery) can be a life-saving operations for people with severe weight issues. The surgeons at Methodist Charlton provide patients with individualized surgical options help lose weight and gain health.
Providers at this location
Manuel E. Castro-Arreola, MD
Services at this location
Most forms of weight loss surgery involve shrinking or bypassing the stomach so that the patient will feel fuller quicker. This makes it easier for people to eat more reasonably sized meals and avoid overeating. Most weight loss surgeries are permanent, but there are some reversible and minimally invasive options.
Bariatric surgeries offered at Methodist Charlton include:
- Laparoscopic inverted gastric sleeve surgery
- Gastric bypass
- Gastric balloon
- Adjustable gastric banding
- Revision weight-loss surgery
The surgeons at Methodist Charlton will guide and inform you on the specifics of each procedure before agreeing to surgery. Bariatric surgery is big decision, and you should know what the procedure will involve, what will be required of you during recovery and beyond.
