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Experts in Effective Weight-Loss Surgery

If diet and exercise haven’t been enough to achieve a healthy body weight, you’re not alone — and you might be a great candidate for bariatric surgery. Our team has extensive experience in the following weight-loss procedures, many of which are minimally invasive and performed robotically, including:

  • Sleeve gastrectomy (also called gastric sleeve)
  • Gastric bypass
  • Duodenal switch
  • Gastric balloon
  • Lap-Band® evaluation and surgery
  • Complex revision surgery (modifies a previous procedure)

Watch our introductory video to learn more about these weight-loss solutions and more.

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Specializing in Leading-Edge Procedures

Our team of experts offers comprehensive bariatric surgery care with advanced treatments and surgical techniques that reduce the amount of consumed food and the digestion and absorption of calories. Your surgeon will talk with you about the benefits of each procedure and the best fit for your lifestyle.

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    Sleeve Gastrectomy

    Sleeve gastrectomy, also called gastric sleeve, has become popular since it doesn’t involve bypassing the small intestine and has minimal long-term complications. Sleeve gastrectomy works best for people with lower BMIs who can supplement the procedure with increased physical activity.

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    Gastric Bypass

    Gastric bypass surgery is designed to reduce the size of the stomach to one or two ounces and reroute food away from the stomach into the first part of the small intestine. It works by several mechanisms that increase energy expenditure and changes in digestive hormones.

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    Duodenal Switch

    The duodenal switch procedure reduces the stomach in a way similar to sleeve gastrectomy and bypasses much of the small intestine. It works mainly by reducing the absorption of fats and proteins and requires long-term adherence to vitamins and supplements.

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    Gastric Balloon

    The gastric balloon is an FDA-approved, non-surgical treatment for weight loss. Gastric balloons help our patients lose weight — and keep it off. While this weight-loss balloon method is temporary, limiting the amount of food you can eat helps you maintain a healthy weight over time.

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    Lap-Band® Evaluation

    You may be a candidate for a Lap-Band® evaluation if you feel you didn’t meet your goal of losing weight and keeping it off, want to understand why your weight-loss procedure hasn't worked as you thought it would, or would like to discuss Lap-Band® surgery options with our team.

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    Revisions and Conversions

    We offer surgical procedures for people who previously had bariatric surgery that did not work properly for them. Such conditions include band slippage or blockage, weight regain or severe heartburn and reflux.

Information to Start Your Journey Strong

This in-depth video explains some of the options you have when considering bariatric surgery, what conditions weight-loss surgery can help heal, background on our expert team and much more.

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Learn the Basics of Bariatric Surgery

When considering weight-loss surgery, you likely have a lot of questions. In addition to understanding your BMI, you’ll want to know what the procedure and recovery look like. You can find answers to those questions and many more in our FAQs as well as our introductory video.

Meet Our Team of Bariatric Surgeons

Each of our hospitals has a dedicated team of accomplished bariatric surgeons to help guide your weight-loss journey.

Alfredo Fernandez, MD

Alfredo Fernandez, MD

Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Carrollwood

Marco Rajo, MD

Marco Rajo, MD

Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Carrollwood

Naga Thatimatla, MD

Naga Thatimatla, MD

Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Dade City

Shiva Seetahal, MD

Shiva Seetahal, MD, FASMBS

General and Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Heart of Florida

Rishi Ramlogan, MD

Rishi Ramlogan, MD, FASMBS

General and Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth North Pinellas

Salvador Ramos, DO

Salvador Ramos, DO

General and Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Ocala

Juan Gutierrez, MD

Juan Gutierrez, MD

General and Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Ocala

John Dietrick, MD

John Dietrick, MD

Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Tampa

John Gonzalvo, DO

John Gonzalvo, DO

Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Tampa

Michel Murr, MD

Michel Murr, MD

Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Tampa

Michael P. Latzko, MD

Michael P. Latzko, MD

General and Bariatric Surgeon
AdventHealth Sebring

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Reach Your Goals With Medical Weight Loss

An alternative to bariatric surgery, medical weight loss helps you achieve a healthier weight through behavioral support, dietary guidance and more. Learn more about our medical weight-loss program at AdventHealth Tampa.

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On a Mission to Advance Bariatric Care

Our hospitals have been recognized by these national organizations for upholding the highest standards of quality and safety in bariatric care.

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    Nationally Accredited Center

    The MBSAQIP designation is the most distinguished level of accreditation a bariatric program can receive. To achieve this designation, a series of on-site inspections are performed to evaluate the quality of care provided by the center, our physicians and support teams. The inspections include a thorough evaluation of all aspects of surgical processes and extensive data on health outcomes is collected. Five of our hospitals hold this designation:

    • AdventHealth Carrollwood
    • AdventHealth Dade City
    • AdventHealth Heart of Florida
    • AdventHealth Ocala
    • AdventHealth Tampa
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    Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction® Center

    The Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery accreditation means AdventHealth is committed to quality bariatric care by meeting strict criteria developed by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Four of our hospitals hold this accreditation:

    • AdventHealth Carrollwood
    • AdventHealth Dade City
    • AdventHealth Heart of Florida
    • AdventHealth Ocala
    • AdventHealth Tampa
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    UnitedHealthcare® Center of Excellence

    Three of our hospitals have been certified as UnitedHealthcare® Bariatric Centers of Excellence:

    • AdventHealth Dade City
    • AdventHealth Heart of Florida
    • AdventHealth Ocala
    • AdventHealth Tampa
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    Cigna 3-Star Quality Bariatric Center

    Four of our hospitals have been designated as Cigna 3-Star Quality Centers for Bariatric Surgery:

    • AdventHealth Carrollwood
    • AdventHealth Dade City
    • AdventHealth Heart of Florida
    • AdventHealth Ocala
    • AdventHealth Tampa
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    Cigna Center of Excellence (COE) Quality Bariatric Center

    One of our hospitals is recognized as a Cigna Center of Excellence Quality Bariatric Center.

    • AdventHealth Ocala
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    Aetna Institutes of Quality® Bariatric Surgery Facility

    Aetna Institutes of Quality® recognizes one of our hospitals for consistently delivering evidence-based, high-quality bariatric surgery care for people with morbid or extreme obesity.

    • AdventHealth Carrollwood
    • AdventHealth Dade City
    • AdventHealth Ocala
    • AdventHealth Tampa

Take the First Step Toward a Healthier You

If you’re ready to feel healthy again, we’re ready to answer your questions. Watch our introductory video to learn more and reach out to our team today to get started.

Or call us at 800-270-3043.