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DUODENAL SWITCH WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY

A powerful surgical option designed for significant, sustained weight loss and metabolic improvement.

If you have a body mass index (BMI) of 50 or greater, you may be considering having duodenal switch surgery. This innovative weight loss procedure is used to treat patients who are classified as 'super obese' and at a high risk of developing one or more comorbid conditions related to their excess weight.

Here at Beltline Health, our team of highly skilled and experienced weight loss specialists offer this life-changing surgery to patients who require a highly effective treatment for chronic, life-threatening obesity.*

We use the latest in laparoscopic techniques to improve patient outcomes and reduce the risk of surgical infections, pain, and complications.

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Comprehensive Care

From diagnosis to treatment, we handle everything in-house for a seamless experience.

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Minimally Invasive Technology

Advanced treatments mean less pain, faster recovery, and lasting results.

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Expert Team

Our board-certified specialists provide compassionate, personalized care.

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Fast Recovery

Most procedures take under an hour, and you can resume daily activities the same day or the next.

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Who Should Not Have Duodenal Switch Surgery?

Patients who have pre-existing digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome, gastric reflux (GERD), or Crohn's Disease may find that the duodenal switch surgery aggravates their symptoms, and therefore are not good candidates for this procedure. Similarly, patients who have pre-existing mineral or vitamin deficiencies, such as those who suffer from chronic anemia, are often advised against having this procedure.

What Is The Duodenal Switch Diet Like?

Patients who undergo duodenal switch surgery must follow a highly restrictive lifelong diet that involves consuming healthy, lean proteins and vegetables while avoiding complex carbohydrates and simple sugars. Because this procedure impacts the absorption of nutrients, patients also need to continuously monitor levels of vitamins and minerals in their blood, and supplement their diet daily with a variety of muti-vitamins.

Does Insurance Cover Duodenal Switch Surgery?

As with most weight loss operations, many insurance providers will cover the costs related to duodenal switch surgery for patients who meet specific surgical criteria. Pre-qualification screening may include extensive documentation confirming past attempts to shed excess weight with a medically-supervised diet program, physiological testing, and letters of recommendation from various doctors and surgeons.

Here at Beltline Health, we accept coverage from most major insurance providers as well as private medical financing and cash payments for all of our services. Learn more about our financing options.

How Does The Duodenal Switch Work?

Duodenal switch surgery is actually two separate procedures performed in one surgical session. Patients are first given a sleeve gastrectomy to dramatically reduce the capacity of their stomach - this helps to minimize both caloric intake and the production of hunger-stimulating hormones. A gastric bypass is then performed to bypass approximately half of the small intestines - this further reduces the amount of calories and fat the body can absorb in order to promote a rapid reduction in unwanted body fat.

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What is duodenal switch surgery?

Duodenal switch surgery combines a sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass to reduce stomach size and calorie absorption, helping patients with severe obesity achieve significant weight loss.

Who qualifies for duodenal switch surgery?

This procedure is typically recommended for individuals with a BMI of 50 or greater who are at high risk of obesity-related health conditions and have not succeeded with other weight loss methods.

What is the diet after duodenal switch surgery like?

Patients must follow a strict diet focused on lean proteins and vegetables, avoid sugars and carbs, and take daily multivitamins to prevent nutrient deficiencies.

Does insurance cover duodenal switch surgery?

Many insurance plans cover this surgery for eligible patients, but pre-qualification may require documentation of previous weight loss efforts and recommendations from healthcare providers.