Learn more about weight loss with bariatric surgery.

Bariatric surgery is more than a surgical procedure — it's a life-changing decision. The benefits of weight-loss surgery extend far beyond losing pounds. It can dramatically improve a variety of serious obesity-related health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, joint pain, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, infertility and sleep apnea. We also offer robotic-assisted bariatric procedures.

Bariatric surgery at Sharp HealthCare.

At Sharp Memorial Hospital and Sharp Coronado Hospital, our surgeons lead the way in minimally invasive weight-loss procedures. Our surgeries are nearly always performed with small abdominal incisions or laparoscopically, resulting in less discomfort, fewer complications, a shorter hospital stay and a quicker recovery.

A supportive team every step of the way.

For those with a body mass index (BMI) above 35, weighing at least 80 to 100 pounds over an ideal weight — we're here to help. Highly skilled affiliated surgeons take the time to understand your story — working with you to choose your very best option.

Don’t take risks with your health. Significant weight loss is a long-term commitment, and our teams will be with you every step of the way — before, during and after your procedure.

Bariatric surgery options for you.

Vertical sleeve gastrectomy — restricts stomach volume and the amount of food intake by removing 85 percent or more of the stomach without bypassing the intestines or preventing the body from fully absorbing nutrients from the gastrointestinal tract. This procedure is available at both Sharp Memorial Hospital and Sharp Coronado Hospital.

Roux-en-Y laparoscopic gastric bypass — a procedure that alters the process of digestion so you feel fuller faster. The surgery is performed through small abdominal incisions, which results in less pain and a quicker recovery.

Both surgeries result in similar weight loss, and change the body’s microbiome and other hormones, resulting in decreased hunger, improved blood sugar control and increased metabolism.

Find a bariatric surgeon.

If your weight has become a health problem, don't struggle alone. We can help restore a stronger, healthier you.

And through our convenient Find a doctor tool, we make choosing the right bariatric surgeon easy.

Frequently asked questions about bariatric surgery for weight loss.

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You may also attend our free support groups before your surgery so you know what to expect with the lifestyle changes after bariatric surgery. At the support groups, you will have the opportunity to speak with our bariatric surgery experts and talk with patients who had bariatric surgery.

Learn more at an upcoming seminar.

We host free virtual seminars offered by Sharp Coronado Hospital or Sharp Memorial Hospital each month where certified bariatric specialists will help you understand the different procedures available at Sharp and answer any questions you have.