If you’ve been struggling with obesity and haven’t achieved lasting results through diet, exercise, or non-surgical methods, gastric bypass surgery may be the safe and effective solution for long-term weight loss.

At Houston Weight Loss, fellowship-trained and board-certified bariatric surgeon Dr. Irfan Wadiwala offers laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery to help patients lose significant weight and improve obesity-related health conditions. Many patients lose 60–80% of their excess body weight within the first 12–18 months following surgery.

📞 Call (281) 653-6544 or schedule your consultation online today to learn if gastric bypass is the right step toward a healthier future.

What is Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Gastric bypass surgery (also known as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass) is an FDA-approved, minimally invasive weight loss procedure. During surgery:

• A small stomach pouch is created to limit how much you can eat.
• The small intestine is rerouted to bypass part of the digestive tract.

This process not only reduces food intake but also changes how your body absorbs calories and nutrients—leading to faster, more sustainable weight loss.

Benefits of Gastric Bypass Surgery

Patients often choose gastric bypass because of its proven effectiveness. Key benefits include:

• Significant and long-lasting weight loss results
• Resolution or improvement of conditions like type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, and high blood pressure
• Minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure
• Faster recovery compared to open surgery
• Long history of safety and success in bariatric care

What to Expect During the Gastric Bypass Procedure

At Houston Weight Loss, Dr. Wadiwala performs gastric bypass using laparoscopic techniques, requiring only small incisions.

Step-by-step:

1. A small stomach pouch is created to hold less food.
2. A section of the small intestine is connected to the pouch, bypassing part of the digestive tract.
3. This rerouting reduces calorie absorption and helps you feel full sooner.

Because it’s minimally invasive:

• Pain is reduced
• Recovery is quicker
• Scarring is minimal

Recovery After Gastric Bypass

Recovery is usually faster with laparoscopic techniques, though more involved than Lap-Band due to digestive rerouting.

What to expect:

• Many patients go home within 1–2 days
• Return to normal activities in 2–4 weeks
• Special dietary phases (liquid → pureed → soft → regular foods)
• Lifelong vitamin supplementation is required to avoid deficiencies

Most patients notice significant weight loss within the first year, along with improvement in obesity-related health problems.

Is Gastric Bypass Surgery Right for You?

You may be a candidate if you:

• Have a BMI of 40+, or 35+ with obesity-related health conditions (diabetes, sleep apnea, hypertension, etc.)
• Have not achieved sustained weight loss through diet, exercise, or medication
• Are committed to long-term lifestyle and nutritional changes
• Want a proven, long-term solution for obesity and related health risks

During your consultation, Dr. Wadiwala will review your medical history, lifestyle, and goals to determine if gastric bypass is right for you.