Bariatric Surgery in Atlanta, GA

Losing weight through diet and exercise is not always successful. If you have tried your best and are not seeing results, surgical weight loss can help you shed unwanted pounds and improve your health. Dr. Michael Willimans and Dr. Brendon Curtis at Laparoscopic & Endoscopic Surgery Institute offer bariatric surgery in Alpharetta and the Greater Atlanta area.

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Types of Bariatric Procedures

All bariatric surgery procedures will limit the size of the stomach. However, only some will involve altering the intestines. If the surgery is malabsorptive, you will have a smaller stomach as well as a bypass in the digestion process. Therefore, all malabsorptive surgeries are considered to be combined surgeries.

Restrictive Surgery

The restrictive type of bariatric surgery restricts the amount of food taken in by limiting the size of the stomach and promotes feelling of fullness with smaller portions. Learn more about restrictive bariatric surgery.

Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy

Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Infographic
Surgeons use this procedure to remove a portion of the stomach, causing you to feel full after just a few ounces. This is different from other bariatric surgery procedures because it does not alter the intestines in any way.
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Greater Curvature Plication

Greater Curvature Plication Infographic
This procedure alters the size of your stomach to limit the amount of food you can consume before feeling full. However, instead of removing a portion of the stomach, it folds and sews it shut.
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Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAP-BAND)

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAP-BAND) Infographic
Surgeons place a constrictive band known as LAP-BAND around the upper portion of your stomach. It restricts stomach expansion, reducing food intake and making you feel full sooner while eating.
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Malabsorptive Surgery

Malabsorptive bariatric procedures limit the absorption of foods in the intestine by bypassing part of the small intestine to some degree. Learn more about malabsortive bariatric surgery.

Biliopancreatic Diversion

Biliopancreatic Diversion Infographic
Surgeons prefer biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD-DS) over traditional BPD surgery for weight loss procedures. This procedure removes a portion of the stomach and reroutes the intestine to minimize absorption of calories.
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Combined Bariatric Surgery

In combined bariatric surgery, malabsorptive and restrictive methods are combined in some way. Learn more about combined bariatric surgery.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Infographic
Restricts stomach size and reroutes the small intestine, reducing absorption and bypassing the lower stomach during digestion. Not only do you consume less food, you also absorb fewer calories.
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Biliopancreatic Diversion – Duodenal Switch

Biliopancreatic Diversion – Duodenal Switch Infographic
A bariatric procedure which combines the reduction in stomach size and diversion of ingested food to the distal small intestines.  This procedure may be used as a primary procedure or as a revision of a sleeve gastrectomy to enhance weight loss. 
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Non-Surgical Bariatric Procedure

Gastric Balloon

Gastric Balloon Infographic
Doctors insert a soft gastric balloon called Orbera into the stomach and then inflate it to occupy a majority of the space.This helps slow digestion and manage portion sizes. It stays in place for 6 months while you learn and practice proper diet and exercise techniques. After six months, we deflate and remove the balloon, and you continue your new healthy lifestyle.
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Revisional Bariatric Surgery

Different Options Availble (For Current Patients Only)

The outcome of bariatric surgery is generally quite good. However, not all surgeries produce the results that a patient originally anticipated. This experience is common with the more outdated operations, such as stomach stapling (VBG), which is no longer widely used by surgeons. For patients who have had bariatric surgery performed in the past and are unhappy with the results, revisional surgery may be an option.
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Benefits

Couple enjoying active lifestyle after bariatric surgery procedures. The most obvious benefit of bariatric surgery is severe weight loss. Patients may lose 80-100 pounds in the first year. Weight loss results are influenced by the procedure type and lifestyle adjustments. Weight-related health conditions like Type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, arthritis, etc., are significantly reduced or eliminated. Patients report having a better quality of life and tend to live longer than those who do not have surgery.

Risks

As with any surgery, there are a few risks you need to be aware of before having the procedure. Less than one in 20 patients will experience major complications from surgery. This makes it less risky than hip replacement or gallbladder surgery. Also consider the risks of not having the surgery. Your doctor would not recommend bariatric surgery if they didn’t think the benefits outweighed the risks.

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Now is the time to know if surgery is right for you. Don’t wait, contact us today! Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgery Institute. Has been providing high-quality weight loss surgery for years in multiple locations.

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Top Bariatric Surgeons in Atlanta, GA

Michael Williams, MD, FACS, FASMBS, brings over 18 years of experience, and Brendon Curtis, MD, FACS, FASMBS, brings over a decade of experience in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery. Together, they provide patient-centered care at Laparoscopic & Endoscopic Surgery Institute for patients in Alpharetta and the Greater Atlanta area.

Testimonials

We couldn’t be happier

We couldn’t be happier with the care we have received from Dr Curtis and his staff. My dad had to have hernia repair surgery as well as a dysfunctional peritoneal catheter removed and a new catheter placed. This was a big surgery for an 87 year old with congestive heart failure, COPD and end stage Kidney failure. Dr Curtis is kind, caring, a great communicator and an excellent surgeon. We are very grateful to have been in his care. We HIGHLY recommend him!

T.O.

Wonderful job

Dr. Williams & his entire staff are amazing! I went to see Dr. Williams because I had a rare congenital hernia that needed to be repaired. I was very nervous. From the minute I met Dr. Williams I knew I was in good hands. He did a wonderful job with a difficult surgery. And he continued to make sure postop that I was healing & progressing appropriately. He is an excellent surgeon & a compassionate caring doctor & human!

S.H.

I had the best experience ever

I had the best experience ever. From the interactions with the office staff to Dr. Williams himself everything was great. Dr. Williams is Great in all ways. I am recommending him to everyone that is looking to have bariatric surgery. I had no complications and even though I know there are many variables to that, I attribute it to having an amazing Doctor that made sure I had all the knowledge and support I needed to avoid having complications. Thank you

T.O.

We couldn’t be happier

We couldn’t be happier with the care we have received from Dr Curtis and his staff. My dad had to have hernia repair surgery as well as a dysfunctional peritoneal catheter removed and a new catheter placed. This was a big surgery for an 87 year old with congestive heart failure, COPD and end stage Kidney failure. Dr Curtis is kind, caring, a great communicator and an excellent surgeon. We are very grateful to have been in his care. We HIGHLY recommend him!

T.O.
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Alpharetta, GA

5755 North Point Parkway, Suite 223, Alpharetta, GA 30022

(770) 282-1322
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Your Journey to Weight Loss Success Can Begin Today

We are committed to not only treating your immediate surgical needs but also helping you achieve lasting health by making informed decisions about your weight and establishing healthy habits. Our staff are excited to meet you and begin helping you with your weight loss journey!

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