Bariatric and metabolic surgery encompasses advanced weight-loss procedures designed to treat obesity and related metabolic disorders such as type 2 diabetes.
Dr. Bhandari’s expertise spans gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, banded gastric bypass, mini-gastric bypass, banded mini-gastric bypass, single-incision sleeve gastrectomy, and gastric banding. Performed using minimally invasive techniques, these surgeries reduce operative risks, promote sustainable weight loss, and improve or resolve comorbidities, offering patients a transformative improvement in health and quality of life.
Gastric Bypass
This surgery makes the stomach much smaller and changes the path food takes through the intestines. By reducing the amount of food you can eat and limiting calorie absorption, it helps with significant weight loss. It is also known to improve or even reverse type 2 diabetes in many patients. Recovery is usually quick since it’s done through small cuts.
Sleeve Gastrectomy
In this procedure, about 80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a thin, sleeve-shaped stomach. This not only limits how much you can eat but also reduces hunger by lowering appetite hormones. It is one of the most common and effective weight-loss surgeries. Patients often notice rapid weight loss and improvement in health problems linked to obesity.
Banded Gastric Bypass
This combines a gastric bypass with a soft band placed around the new stomach pouch. The band prevents the pouch from stretching over time, helping maintain portion control for long-term weight loss. It is useful for patients who want to avoid weight regain in the future. The surgery is performed with minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery.
Mini-Gastric Bypass (MGB) / One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB)
This is a simplified version of gastric bypass surgery that creates a small, narrow stomach pouch and connects it to the intestines with just one join (anastomosis) instead of two. This approach shortens the surgery time and lowers potential risks, while still delivering excellent weight-loss and diabetes improvement results. By reducing the amount you can eat and altering the path of food, it helps you feel full sooner and absorb fewer calories. Performed using small incisions, it offers faster recovery and minimal discomfort for patients.
Banded Mini-Gastric Bypass
Similar to MGB but with the addition of a band around the stomach pouch for more control over portion sizes. This combination provides strong initial weight loss and helps maintain it in the long run. It is especially helpful for patients who have had weight regain after previous surgeries.
Single-Incision Sleeve Gastrectomy
A sleeve gastrectomy performed through a single, small cut, usually hidden in the belly button. This offers the same benefits as the regular sleeve—weight loss and reduced hunger but with almost no visible scar. Recovery is quick, and pain is minimal compared to traditional open surgery.
Gastric Banding
An adjustable silicone band is placed around the top part of the stomach, creating a small pouch that fills quickly. This limits food intake and helps with steady, gradual weight loss. The band can be adjusted over time for better results. It is a reversible and less invasive weight-loss option.