SADI/SIPS is an advanced weight loss surgery in Arlington that treats obesity and other related conditions, helping you lose weight safely and effectively. Performed by Dr. Chad Carlton, this procedure supports your journey toward better health and long-term success.
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Promote Significant And
Sustained Weight Loss
SADI/SIPS is a minimally invasive bariatric surgery that combines two proven weight loss methods: restriction and malabsorption. First, a sleeve gastrectomy removes about 70% of the stomach, reducing how much you can eat and lowering hunger. Next, the small intestine is rerouted using a single connection, which limits how many calories and nutrients your body absorbs. By decreasing food intake and calorie absorption at the same time, SADI/SIPS promotes greater, long-lasting weight loss and improved metabolic health.
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 SADI / SIPS:
- Produces greater average weight loss than many other bariatric procedures
- Combines restriction and malabsorption for enhanced results
- Reduces appetite by lowering hunger hormone production
- Limits calorie absorption to support ongoing weight loss
- Decreases risk of dumping syndrome compared to gastric bypass
- Lowers risk of internal hernia and ulcer formation
- Can be performed after sleeve gastrectomy for additional weight loss
- Performed laparoscopically with shorter hospital stay
How Does SADI / SIPS Work?
SADI/SIPS promotes weight loss by combining restriction and malabsorption in one procedure. During surgery, Dr. Carlton performs a sleeve gastrectomy, which involves removing about 70% of your stomach. This creates a smaller, tube-shaped stomach that holds less food, so you feel full sooner and eat smaller portions. The removed portion of the stomach is responsible for producing much of the hunger hormone ghrelin, so your appetite naturally decreases.
Next, Dr. Carlton reroutes the first portion of your small intestine and reconnects it farther down using a single connection. This shortens the pathway where digestion and absorption occur, meaning your body naturally absorbs fewer calories and nutrients from the food you eat. By reducing intake and absorption, SADI/SIPS helps you achieve substantial, long-term weight loss while improving metabolic health.
Am I a Candidate for SADI / SIPS?
You may be a candidate for SADI/SIPS if you have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or a BMI of 35-39.9 with obesity-related health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea. This procedure is often recommended if you have struggled to achieve lasting weight loss with diet and exercise alone. You should be ready to commit to long-term lifestyle changes, including healthy eating, regular follow-up visits, and daily vitamin supplementation.
How Much Weight Can I Lose With SADI / SIPS?
Most patients experience significant weight loss after SADI/SIPS. When performed as a primary procedure, you may lose about 70-75% of your excess body weight. If SADI/SIPS is done after a sleeve gastrectomy, average weight loss is around 45-50% of excess body weight. Results vary, but overall, SADI/SIPS can lead to far greater weight loss than other bariatric surgeries.
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.”
SADI / SIPS FAQs
How Long Does the SADI / SIPS Procedure Take?
SADI/SIPS surgery typically takes about one to two hours to complete. The exact length of your procedure can vary based on your anatomy and whether you have had prior abdominal surgery.
Will I Need to Take Vitamins and Supplements After SADI / SIPS?
Yes. Because SADI/SIPS reduces how much your body absorbs from food, daily vitamin and mineral supplementation is essential. This typically includes a bariatric multivitamin, calcium, vitamin D, iron, and sometimes additional supplements.
Is SADI/SIPS Reversible?
SADI/SIPS is a permanent procedure. While revisions are possible in rare cases, the surgery is performed to provide lifelong weight loss and metabolic benefits. This is why careful evaluation and commitment to lifestyle changes are so important before moving forward.
Why Choose Dr. Carlton?
Dr. Carlton is a board-certified bariatric and general surgeon with 15+ years of experience helping patients achieve life-changing weight loss. As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, he provides exceptional surgical skills and compassionate, personalized care. He is personally involved in every step of your journey, from consultation through recovery. Schedule your consultation for SADI/SIPS in Arlington today to take the first step toward better health.
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