Gastric sleeve surgery helps you lose weight and improve obesity-related conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. At LoneStar Bariatrics in Arlington, Dr. Chad Carlton guides you through a proven, minimally invasive path to better health and lasting results.
Reduce Hunger Pangs and Portion Size
Gastric sleeve surgery, also called sleeve gastrectomy, is a minimally invasive weight loss procedure that reduces the size of your stomach. During surgery, about 70-80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a narrow, sleeve-shaped stomach. This smaller stomach holds less food, so you feel full sooner and eat smaller portions. The procedure also helps lower hunger hormones, which reduces appetite. Together, these changes support steady weight loss and improvement in obesity-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea.
5 Convenient Locations
Serving patients throughout North Texas, LoneStar Bariatrics offers five convenient locations to better meet your needs. Our regional presence allows us to provide flexible scheduling, easy access to care, and consistent results-driven treatment close to home.
Arlington | Dallas | Hurst | Plano | Waxahachie
Benefits of Gastric Sleeve:
- Promotes significant and steady weight loss
- Reduces hunger and food cravings
- Improves obesity-related conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure
- Does not require intestinal rerouting or implants
- Preserves normal digestion and nutrient absorption
- Performed using minimally invasive techniques
- Shorter hospital stay and recovery time compared to open surgery
- Helps support long-term lifestyle changes
How Does the Gastric Sleeve Work?
The gastric sleeve works by changing both the size of your stomach and how your body regulates hunger. During surgery, Dr. Carlton removes a large portion of your stomach, creating a smaller, tube-shaped stomach that holds much less food. Because your stomach is smaller, you feel full faster and stay satisfied. The procedure also reduces levels of ghrelin, a hormone that stimulates appetite, helping decrease hunger. Together, these changes help you eat less, feel more in control, and support steady, long-term weight loss.
Am I a Candidate for Gastric Sleeve?
You may be a candidate for gastric sleeve surgery if you struggle with obesity and have not achieved lasting weight loss through diet and exercise alone. This procedure is often recommended if your body mass index (BMI) is 40 or higher, or 35 or higher with obesity-related conditions such as diabetes or sleep apnea. You should be committed to making long-term lifestyle changes, including healthy eating and regular activity. A consultation allows your care team to review your health history and determine if a gastric sleeve is right for you.
How Much Weight Can I Lose With a Gastric Sleeve?
Most patients lose about 60-70% of their excess body weight within the first 12 to 18 months after gastric sleeve surgery. Your results depend on factors like starting weight, overall health, and commitment to healthy eating and regular exercise. While individual results vary, many people experience steady weight loss along with meaningful improvements in overall health.
Patient Journeys
“I have had many unsuccessful diets and personal trainers as well as really bad Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) so I have struggled with my weight my whole life.”
“I had been diagnosed as pre-diabetic, had sleep apnea, and was just generally not happy with how much I weighed, so I started Googling…”
“I had tried so many different diets for so many years and ended up continually discouraged, continually sending myself in a shame spiral, and delving even further into disordered eating.”
“Before surgery, I was vomiting daily and could not use weight. I felt awful, gross and worthless. I found Lonestar Bariatrics on… “
“I had tried every diet out there to lose weight and nothing helped – I actually continued to gain weight when on diets. I was at a crossroads between a long, happy life… “
“I had tried diets and pills, and working out, I tried everything!!! Thankfully, a friend told me about Dr. Carlton, so I reached out.”
Gastric Sleeve FAQs
How Long Does Gastric Sleeve Surgery Take?
Gastric sleeve surgery typically takes about one to two hours to perform. Because it is done using minimally invasive techniques, the procedure involves small incisions and specialized instruments. This helps reduce tissue trauma and supports a smoother recovery.
How Long Will I Stay In The Hospital?
Most patients stay in the hospital for one to two nights after surgery. During this time, your care team monitors your recovery and ensures you can tolerate liquids before going home safely.
What Will I Be Able To Eat After Surgery?
Your diet progresses in stages, starting with clear liquids, then full liquids, pureed foods, soft foods, and eventually solid foods. You will receive detailed nutrition guidelines to help you heal properly and adjust to your smaller stomach.
Why Choose Dr. Carlton?
Dr. Carlton is a board-certified bariatric and general surgeon who remains dedicated to every patient he treats. As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, he follows the highest standards of safety and care. From your first consultation through recovery, you receive attentive, personalized support. Dr. Carlton is involved in every step of your journey to help you achieve lasting success. Schedule your consultation for a gastric sleeve in Arlington today.
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