Gastric Bypass

Also known as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, is a weight loss procedure where a small pouch is created from the upper stomach and connected directly to the small intestine, bypassing the rest of the stomach and a portion of the intestines. This reduces both the amount of food you can eat and the calories absorbed. It’s performed using minimally invasive techniques—often with the Da Vinci XI robotic system—for greater precision and faster recovery. Gastric bypass is especially effective for patients with severe obesity or related metabolic conditions like type 2 diabetes.

Pros:

Weight loss of 70-80% excess body weight

Can improve or resolve acid reflux

Strong long-term data supporting its effectiveness

Highly effective in improving or resolving Diabetes

Reversable

Cons:

More complex surgery

Risk of Dumping Syndrome

Higher risk of vitamin deficiencies