May 11th, 2023

Which Weight Loss Procedure is Right for Me?

Weight loss surgery is a big deal, and it probably took you years of failed diets and workouts to realize you need next-level help. Now that you’ve decided on undergoing a weight loss procedure, you’re faced with a confusing lineup of options. We can help.

At NuSelf Bariatrics, we focus on weight loss and weight loss alone. Dr. Sashi Ganta and our team help folks throughout Austin and Cedar Park, Texas, look and feel better for life.

As medical weight loss specialists, we offer the most advanced, minimally invasive techniques and use the latest technologies to ensure a safe and effective weight loss procedure.

We also give you expert advice based on years of education and experience.

If you’re overwhelmed by the vast array of surgical weight loss options, relax — the NuSelf Bariatrics team is here to help. Here’s a rundown of several surgical weight loss solutions we offer and things to consider before making a decision.

What to consider when choosing a weight loss procedure

Weight loss surgery is never the first method we advise for dropping pounds and getting healthy, but it may become necessary if other measures haven’t worked and your weight is jeopardizing your health.

Our goal is to help you improve your health so you can live a long, happy life. Sometimes surgery can help; sometimes it can’t.

Each of our weight loss procedures has specific requirements. Some are more invasive than others, so you must be able to withstand the rigors of anesthesia and surgery. Others are barely invasive and more easily tolerated. Here are the factors to consider when weighing your options:

To qualify for most bariatric surgeries, you need to have a BMI of 40 or higher or 35-40 if you have a weight-related condition like fatty liver disease, hypertension, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, or diabetes. People with uncontrolled diabetes may qualify with a BMI as low as 30.

Types of weight loss procedures

NuSelf Bariatrics offers a comprehensive lineup of weight loss surgeries, and each goes about the job a bit differently.

Gastric sleeve

Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, involves removing a large portion of the stomach to create a smaller, banana-shaped stomach. This surgery:

Dr. Gant performs several variations of the gastric sleeve procedure, including traditional open surgery, endoscopic surgery, and a single-incision approach that only a few surgeons in the country can do.

This procedure is best for those with a BMI of 40 or higher or a BMI of 30 or higher with other health conditions.

Gastric bypass

Gastric bypass surgery involves rerouting your small intestine to a small pouch created from your stomach. This type of surgery:

This procedure is best for those with a BMI of 40 or higher or a BMI of 35 or higher with other health conditions. Gastric bypass is a good choice if you have high cholesterol or acid reflux.

Duodenal switch

Duodenal switch surgery combines sleeve gastrectomy with rerouting the small intestine to reduce calorie absorption even more. This procedure:

Duodenal switch is best for those with a BMI of 50 or higher or those with a BMI of 40 or higher with other health conditions like diabetes or sleep apnea. You may need to take vitamin supplements for nutritional support during life after duodenal switch surgery.

SADI/DS procedure

Single anastomosis duodenal ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy (SADI/DS) is a combination of a gastric sleeve and a duodenal switch.

We remove a portion — about 80% — of your stomach to create a smaller stomach and reroute the small intestine to reduce calorie absorption. This procedure:

This procedure is best for those with a BMI of 50 or higher or those with a BMI of 40 or higher with other health conditions like diabetes, sleep apnea, or high blood pressure.

Lap band

Lap band surgery involves placing a band around the upper portion of your stomach to create a smaller stomach pouch. It comes with several benefits:

This procedure is best for those with a BMI of 40 or higher or a BMI of 30 or higher with related health conditions.

Expert advice about weight loss procedures

These are only highlights of our weight loss procedures. There’s lots more to learn at NuSelf Bariatrics.

We also offer several nonsurgical and cosmetic weight loss options, so contact us by phone or online to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ganta to find out which weight loss procedure is best for you.