Bariatric Surgery Clinic
You've taken the first step towards a healthier you. Here you can find out more about the procedures used by our physicians, get the answers to some of the questions you may have always wondered about, and take a look at the great changes bariatric surgery brings for those who have tried it.
In partnership with UMC Health System, our multi-disciplinary team approach to weight loss surgery provides successful long-term weight loss for each patient. If you have any questions, please call us directly: 806.743.2373.
Weight Loss Surgery Options
Sleeve Gastrectomy (Restrictive Procedure)
In this surgery, two-thirds of the stomach is permanently removed. Sleeve gastrectomy creates a sleeve or tube-like structure and permanently reduces the size of the stomach.
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (Restrictive + Malabsorptive Procedure)
A small part of the stomach, roughly the size of an egg, is used to do this surgery. Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery reduces the amount of food you take in at meals since the smaller stomach is connected directly to the middle portion of the small intestine. This bypasses the rest of the stomach and upper portion of the small intestine, reducing fat and calories absorbed from foods that you eat, thus increasing your weight loss potential.
Laparoscopic Adjustable Band (Fills + Revisions)
Revisions or conversions are provided on Laparoscopic Adjustable Band.
Revisional Bariatric Surgery
Revisional surgery is available for patients who have side effects, complications or weight regain after the laparoscopic adjustable band, sleeve gastrectomy and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgeries.
Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (Restrictive + Malabsorptive Procedure)
This surgery is performed for very high BMI patients as a staged procedure. A biliopancreatic diversion will change the normal process of how you digest food by making the stomach smaller. Food bypasses part of the small intestine and fewer calories are absorbed. This type of weight loss surgery has its risks and only a select patient population will require and meet the criteria for the surgery.
Before + After
See results like these past Texas Tech Physicians patients.
Jessica
Marty
Steven
Make an Appointment
Make an appointment to discuss which option is best for you with our bariatric surgical experts. All patients will need their primary care physician (PCP) to fax us a consult to 806.743.2381. An appointment will be scheduled within 48 hours and our office will contact you with the appointment information. If your insurance requires a referral or authorization, have your PCP request it and send it to us using the fax number above.
You may contact us at 806.743.2373 to check the status of your appointment or with any questions you may have.
Payment Details
Payment is expected at the time of services. All self-pay patients will be required to contact TTUHSC Central Financial Screening at 806.743.1970 ext. 268 before appointment can be scheduled. Most Insurance companies require co-pays be collected. It is up to you to know what co-payment for your insurance is required. These fees will be collected at the time of your visit. Check/cash/major credit cards are accepted.
Resources
Texas Tech Physicians Medical Pavilion
3601 4th Street, 4th Floor
Lubbock, Texas 79430
Phone: 806.743.2373
Fax: 806.743.4354
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Due to the nature of our services, our physicians may occasionally be summoned to
or delayed by emergencies. Your patience and understanding is appreciated.
