Bariatric Surgery

Lose weight. Gain a Happier, Healthier YOU.

Let us help you take the steps toward overall health and an active lifestyle.

Our Program

Obesity is a disease that can be treated through medical interventions. Coryell Health Minimally Invasive Surgery Center offers bariatric surgery complemented by expert nutrition advice and behavioral health counseling to maximize results and long term success.

Unlike other weight loss programs, medical weight loss is directed by a physician. David Gochnour, MD, board certified general and bariatric surgeon, specializes in Obesity Medicine trained in managing weight related conditions. Working with experts from the fields of nutrition and psychiatry, a comprehensive medical weight loss program leads to better outcomes.

 

Gastric Bypass

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Sleeve Gastrectomy

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Possible Benefits 

  • Cholesterol – a five point increase in HDL, or “good” cholesterol, lowering the risk of heart disease. 
  • Hypertension – a lowering of blood pressure, both systolic and diastolic, by about 5mmHg on average 
  • Diabetes – a decrease in A1C by about half a point, the same improvement as many anti-diabetic medications 
  • Insulin Resistance – significantly less insulin in the blood 
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea – reduction in pauses and gaps in breathing during sleep, helping oxygenation 
  • Inflammation – fat cells, especially abdominal fat cells, produce a large number of substances that result in inflammation. Modest weight loss helps reduce this inflammation. 
  • Arthritis – help decrease pressure and inflammation of joints.

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Bariatric Surgery-Gatesville / Coryell Health Medical Clinic
1507 West Main Street, Building 1
Gatesville, TX 76528

Phone: (254) 404-2555

Fax: (254) 248-0626

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DaVinci Robot

The da Vinci Xi system lets our surgeons perform gastric bypass (also called Roux-en-Y) and sleeve gastrectomy bariatric procedures using minimally invasive techniques. Patients may have a shorter length of stay after surgery when their doctor uses the precise capabilities of the da Vinci system. Here’s how robotic-assisted surgery works:

  • Your surgeon makes a few small incisions and uses a 3D high-definition camera for a clear, magnified view of the surgical area.
  • Using the camera, the surgeon guides the tiny instruments to perform the procedure.
  • Every hand movement of the surgeon is translated by the da Vinci system in real-time, bending and rotating the instruments so he or she can operate on the digestive system.

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Meet the Doctor – David Gochnour, MD

 

David Gochnour, MD, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, is accepting new patients at Coryell Health Medical Clinic, Building 1.Dr. Gochnour has extensive experience in minimally invasive surgery, robotics and bariatric surgery.

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Weight Loss Program

Coryell Health is committed to helping individuals improve their overall health and wellness by working with patients to overcome daily struggles with food choices. Our weight loss and lifestyle choices education protocol gives individuals struggling with weight management what they really need: a structured program that can put an end to constant dieting.

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Ideal Protein Program

Coryell Health offers a comprehensive weight loss program including bariatric and metabolic surgery, Ideal Protein Weight Loss protocol, complemented by expert nutrition advice and behavioral health counseling to address obesity and it’s related medical problems. This comprehensive and individualized approach maximizes results and long term success.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of bariatric services do you provide?

    -Gastric bypass

    -sleeve gastrectomy

  • What is gastric bypass surgery?

    Gastric bypass is one of the most common types of weight loss surgery. The surgery alters the stomach, creating a small pouch that is connected directly to the small intestine. After surgery, food will bypass most of the stomach and the first section of the small intestine. A permanent change to diet is required to maintain weight loss and nutritional health. Because of the limited amount of capacity for food, patients will need to commit to eating healthfully and add nutritional supplements to their daily intake.

    RISKS OF GASTRIC BYPASS SURGERY

    Gastric bypass surgery has been proven to be successful in helping obese patients lose weight. Like all surgery, gastric bypass surgery involves risks such as malnutrition, stomal stenosis (the narrowing of the opening between the stomach and intestine) and “dumping syndrome” (where food gets dumped from the stomach into the small intestine without being digested). Peritonitis, or a stomach leak, is the most serious complication. Other risks include ulcers, hernias, blood clots and pulmonary embolism. Nutritional management, careful oversight of your health and quick reporting of issues to your doctor can help resolve these issues.

  • What is sleeve gastrectomy?

    Sleeve gastrectomy is a weight loss surgery that removes 75-80% of the stomach. The procedure is done laparoscopically, through small incisions in the abdominal wall. The surgery divides the stomach, creating a smaller pouch with only 25% of the original volume. The reduction in stomach volume causes you to feel full faster and reduces the secretion of hunger hormones. On average, people lose 60-70% of their excess weight 12 to 24 months after surgery. As with any bariatric surgery, patients must adhere to a healthy diet and active living post-surgery.

    RISKS OF SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY

    As with any surgical procedure, complications can occur. Some possible complications include, but are not limited to: Infection, blood clots, pneumonia, bleeding ulcer, bleeding, leak, stricture (severe tightening of the sleeve) and worsening heartburn.

  • What is included in my personalized program?
    • A medical evaluation by a physician
    • Treatment of possible medical issues for your weight gain
    • Laboratory blood tests
    • Body composition analysis
    • An EKG or bone density screening, if necessary
    • Prescription weight loss medication, if necessary
    • Nutritional counseling
    • Mental Health therapy, if necessary.
  • What should I expect from this program?
    • A personalized approach to setting weight loss goals based on individual health profiles
    • A fundamental knowledge of nutrition and how your body gains and loses weight
    • Easy to prepare, affordable, and delicious foods and recipes
    • Lifestyle education, maintenance and guidance to help sustain your weight loss
    • One-on-one wellness coaching, to motivate, educate, and hold you accountable every step of the way
    • Join our Facebook group for online support with tips and recipes, videos, and more
  • Am I a Candidate for Medical Weight Loss?

    Anyone with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or over can benefit from a medical weight loss program. Body mass index measures your body fat relative to your height and weight.

  • What may disqualify me from bariatric surgery?

    The following health conditions must be identified and successfully managed before surgery:

    • Diabetes
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Severe or long-term (chronic) obstructive sleep apnea
    • Heart or lung disease
    • Depression, anxiety, substance abuse or other mental health conditions
    • Digestive tract disease, such as Crohn’s disease, ulcers, or esophagitis
    • Liver disease
    • Chronic pancreatitis
    • Issues with excessive bleeding

    Disqualifications can also include:

    • Being pregnant or planning to become pregnant within two years
    • Using tobacco or marijuana, drinking alcohol, or using illegal drugs
    • Using steroids over a long period of time or within the past 30 days
    • Having a mental health condition that is not successfully managed
    • Having a medical condition that makes surgery too risky
    • Having a BMI greater than 60 for females and 55 for males
  • Why do I need to meet with a psychiatrist before surgery?

    Many bariatric surgery candidates have mental health conditions, which can get in the way of making the significant, lifelong changes in eating and physical activity needed to support successful bariatric outcomes. A pre-surgical psychosocial assessment conducted by a psychiatrist is an opportunity to prepare bariatric candidates for surgery.

    During this evaluation, your psychiatrist will

    • help identify vulnerabilities (such as disordered eating behaviors like emotional eating),
    • provide support and education regarding what to expect following surgery (such as a warning about increased risk for alcohol use disorders) and
    • identify possible contraindications to surgery (such as active substance abuse or uncontrolled psychiatric illness).

    This assessment helps build a treatment plan with each candidate to facilitate the best possible outcome.

  • What results can I expect from bariatric surgery?

    Each procedure will have a different outcome. On average, people lose 50-80 percent of their excess body weight in the first year depending on the type of surgery performed and the level of commitment to the post-surgical diet and exercise regimen.

    As with any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with bariatric surgery. You and your surgeon will discuss specific risks related to your individual health condition and your selected surgical procedure.

  • Does my insurance cover bariatric surgery?
  • Why would I regain weight after gastric bypass?
  • How long will I need to stay in the hospital?
  • What is the recovery time following surgery?
  • What type of side effects can I expect?
  • What is the success rate?
  • What is the recovery process?
  • Can bariatric surgery improve my health and expand my lifespan?
  • How much weight will I lose after surgery?
  • How long does it take after my initial consultation to get scheduled for surgery?
  • Will I have excess skin after weight loss surgery?
  • What should I expect at my initial consultation?