Weight Loss Surgeons in Alabama

Weight Loss Surgeons
ASA has established a comprehensive laparoscopic bariatric program. We have partnered with the Bariatric Wellness Institute and Crestwood Hospital to provide a range of services meeting the special needs of our patients. Located in Huntsville, AL.
Our Bariatric Program, in conjunction with Shelby Baptist Medical Center, strives toward minimally invasive approaches toward bariatric surgery, using Roux-en-y gastric bypass and LAP-BAND laparoscopic adjustable gastric band. Located in Birmingham, Alabama.
Jeffrey L. Caylor, D.O. has been in practice exclusively in Foley since 1996. He is Board Certified in General Surgery and performs general, bariatric and laparoscopic surgery. Specializing in Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band Surgery. Located in Foley, Alabama.
Obesity procedures include LAP-BAND, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and the ROSE procedure for gastric bypass revision. Two locations in Marshall County, Albertville and Guntersville, Alabama.
As leaders in General and Bariatric surgery, including the gastric bypass and laparoscopic adjustable band we take pride in all aspects of patient surgical education, disease state awareness, and surgical options. Located in Mobile, AL.
Weight Loss Surgeons

Consumer Guide to WLS

Weight Loss Surgery

Bariatric Surgeon Fees:

Cost vs. Expertise

When choosing a bariatric surgeon, it is important for prospective patients to take into account the doctor's level of skill and experience. The fee paid to the bariatric surgeon is one of the primary cost factors, yet your decision should not be based on cost alone.

The bariatric surgeon you choose will affect more than your budget, it is one of the key factors determining successful results. In most cases, you will pay more for a highly qualified bariatric surgeon, however, you can also expect better surgical outcomes and lower complication rates.

One of the questions to ask your bariatric surgeon is 'How many of my type of weight loss surgery (gastric band, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass) have you performed?' An experienced bariatric surgeon should have done at least 250 of your specific procedure.