Gastric bypass in Waxahachie is a highly effective weight loss surgery performed by Dr. Chad Carlton. It helps reduce food intake, improve blood sugar control, and promote significant weight loss, improving your health and quality of life.
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Reduce Caloric Absorption and Lose Weight
Gastric bypass is a minimally invasive weight loss surgery performed by Dr. Carlton. During the procedure, a small pouch is created in the stomach, which limits how much food you can eat. Part of the small intestine is then rerouted to this pouch, which alters how food and nutrients are absorbed. This reduces hunger and increases feelings of fullness. By limiting food intake and changing gut hormones, gastric bypass helps you lose significant weight, improve health, and manage conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.
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Benefits of Gastric Bypass:
- Significant weight loss, typically 60-80% of excess weight.
- Improves obesity-related conditions—diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
- Reduces hunger and increases feelings of fullness.
- Minimally invasive surgery with shorter recovery times.
- Long-term weight loss results with proper diet and exercise.
- Improves overall metabolic health and energy levels.
- Enhances quality of life and mobility.
- Can lead to the resolution or improvement of type 2 diabetes.
How Does Gastric Bypass Work?
Gastric bypass in Waxahachie changes how the stomach and small intestine handle food. During surgery, Dr. Carlton creates a small pouch at the top of your stomach to reduce the amount of food you can eat. The rest of the stomach is bypassed, and part of the small intestine is rerouted to connect to this new pouch. This limits the amount of food and nutrients that are absorbed.
This procedure promotes weight loss in two main ways. First, the small pouch makes you feel full with much smaller amounts of food. Second, rerouting the intestine changes how the body processes food, reducing hunger hormones and improving blood sugar control. As a result, patients lose significant weight, and health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure often improve. This combination of restriction and malabsorption leads to long-term weight loss.
Am I a candidate for gastric bypass?
You may be a candidate for gastric bypass if your BMI is 40 or higher or if your BMI is between 35 and 39.9, with obesity-related health issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea. Additionally, if you have struggled to lose weight through diet and exercise and are committed to making long-term lifestyle changes, gastric bypass could be right for you. Dr. Carlton will evaluate your medical history and help determine your candidacy.
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How Much Weight Can I Lose With Gastric Bypass?
With gastric bypass, you can expect to lose 60-80% of your excess weight within 12 to 18 months after surgery. The amount of weight loss depends on factors like your commitment to diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. Most patients experience significant weight loss during the first year, followed by gradual stabilization. This surgery not only helps with weight loss but also improves obesity-related health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea.
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 Bypass FAQs
What is the recovery time after gastric bypass?
Recovery after gastric bypass typically takes 2-4 weeks. Most patients can return to work within this time, but light activities should be resumed gradually. You may need to follow a strict diet during the first few weeks. Complete recovery may take up to 6 months.
Will I have to follow a special diet after surgery?
Yes, after gastric bypass, you’ll follow a specific diet, starting with liquids, progressing to pureed foods, and then soft foods before returning to solid foods. Eating smaller meals, avoiding sugary foods, and getting adequate protein is key to long-term success.
How soon will I see weight loss results?
You will begin seeing weight loss results within the first few months, with significant weight loss (60-80% of excess weight) typically occurring within the first year. Long-term weight loss results are possible with ongoing lifestyle changes.
Why Choose Dr. Carlton?
Dr. Chad Carlton is a board-certified bariatric and general surgeon with 15+ years of experience. As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, he specializes in minimally invasive weight loss procedures like gastric bypass in Waxahachie. His personalized approach ensures that each patient receives comprehensive care and support throughout their journey. If you’re considering gastric bypass in Waxahachie, schedule a consultation with Dr. Carlton today.
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