Weight-Loss (Bariatric) Surgery at Sharp Chula Vista

Expert care for weight-loss surgery.

Located in San Diego's South Bay, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center’s Weight-Loss Surgery Program offers laparoscopic (less-invasive) Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and gastric banding (Lap-Band®) surgeries. The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass method has been endorsed by the National Institute of Health and has become the gold standard for the treatment of clinical obesity, while the FDA-approved Lap-Band® has also helped patients achieve weight-loss success and reduce or eliminate health problems, including diabetes and hypertension.

Weight-loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is for adults who are more than 100 pounds overweight with a body mass index of 40 or above (or between 35 and 40 for patients with obesity-related health conditions). To measure your BMI, please use our BMI Calculator.

From the initial information session through insurance verification, preparation for surgery, dietary counseling, surgery and beyond, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center's surgical weight-loss team is dedicated to improving the health of patients and making their weight-loss surgery experiences comfortable, well-explained and supported.

Why Choose Us?Read Sharp Chula Vista weight-loss surgery patient testimonials

  • Bilingual surgeons allow clear communication between Spanish-speaking patients and the weight-loss surgery team throughout the process
  • Cosmetic surgery is available to help patients look and feel their best after weight-loss surgery
  • Individual diet plans and other maintenance services keep patients on track toward reaching their weight-loss goals
  • Offers two surgical weight-loss options — Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and laparoscopic gastric banding (Lap-Band®)
  • Thorough assessments ensure that surgery is the best choice for each individual patient

Our Team
Sharp Chula Vista’s Weight-Loss Surgery Program is under the direction of Dr. Hugo Barrera and Dr. Francisco Hernandez. Both are board-certified in general surgery and are highly trained in performing the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and Lap-Band® procedures. Learn more about Sharp Chula Vista's weight-loss surgery medical directors.

Location
Sharp Chula Vista (Map)
751 Medical Center Court
Chula Vista, CA 91911

For More Information
To learn more attend a free weight-loss surgery seminar or visit Sharp's bariatric surgery program. To find a Sharp-affiliated physician, search for San Diego doctors or call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm.
Last Updated: January 21, 2010