Endoscopic Revision of Bariatric Surgery in Aventura, FL

Q: What leads to weight regain after bariatric surgery?

Many factors can lead to weight regain, including hormonal changes, gradual post-surgical dilation of the stomach pouch, progressive widening of the connection between the stomach and small intestine, and changes in metabolism since the original bariatric surgery.

Q: What is a bariatric revision procedure?

Bariatric revision can be performed through a surgical or a non-surgical procedure. A revision corrects or enhances the original bariatric procedure. The technique depends on the original procedure, the patient's health, and current BMI.

Q: Are there specific qualifications for bariatric revision surgery?

Factors include cause of weight regain or unsatisfactory weight loss, the original bariatric surgery or procedure needing revision, the patient's overall health and medical conditions, and side effects or symptoms related to the original surgery or procedure.

Q: Is there a limit to how many weight loss procedures a person can have?

No. There are no specific guidelines on how many weight loss surgeries or procedures a person can have. Each case is reviewed individually to determine if an additional procedure is recommended.

Q: What types of bariatric surgery can be revised?

Examples include surgical or laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, and duodenal switch. These procedures can be revised to help patients who have regained weight since the original operation.

Q: What kind of support will I get after an endoscopic revision procedure?

After your revision procedure, you will have access to support from the clinical team, a personalized lifestyle and wellness expert for 12 months, and resources to a community of patients who have also undergone endoscopic weight loss procedures.

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Cost

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$11,500

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$574/mo

Procedure fee
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*Please note: A $50 initial consultation is required before scheduling your procedure.

What Is Endoscopic Revision?

Non-Surgical Weight Loss

Tightens Pouch or Sleeve

Performed Under Sedation

Takes about 1 hour

Go home the same day

Back to normal in a few days

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How It Helps You Lose Weight

Gastric bypass revision (TORe ) shrinks stomach pouch and outlet between the stomach and intestines to slow down digestion.

Gastric sleeve revision re-tightens the stomach sleeve to help you feel full sooner.

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Dr. Simmons is triple board-certified and a national leader in bariatric endoscopy and obesity medicine. He trained at top institutions including the University of Miami, University of Southern California, and Cornell Medicine, and now brings his expertise back to Florida to help patients like you.

He prescribes FDA-approved weight loss medications in Aventura Miami and Tampa, FL, with a focus on your safety, health improvement, and long-term results.

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FAQs

We’ve gathered answers to the most common questions about non-surgical weight loss revision, so you can feel informed and empowered.

What Leads to Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery?

Many factors beyond your control can lead to weight regain after surgery including: hormonal changes, gradual post-surgical dilation of the stomach pouch, progressive widening of the connection between the stomach and small intestine, and changes in metabolism since the original bariatric surgery.

What Is a Bariatric Revision Procedure?

Bariatric revision can be performed through a surgical or a non-surgical procedure. A revision is performed to correct or enhance the original bariatric procedure/surgery the patient had done.

The technique used for the revision will depend on the original weight loss procedure, the patient’s health, current BMI, and more. A bariatric endoscopist or bariatric surgeon will be able to determine which technique will work best for the patient’s current circumstances to get the weight loss back on track.

Are There Specific Qualifications for Bariatric Revision Surgery?

Factors considered when determining if a patient qualifies for a bariatric revision procedure include:

Cause of weight regain or unsatisfactory weight loss
Original bariatric surgery or bariatric procedure that will need revision
Patient’s overall health and medical conditions
Side effects or symptoms related to the original bariatric surgery or bariatric procedure

Is There a Limit to How Many Weight Loss Procedures a Person Can Have?

No, there are no specific guidelines regarding how many weight loss surgeries or procedures an individual can have. Each patient’s situation will be reviewed and considered individually to determine if an additional procedure is recommended.

What Types of Bariatric Surgery Can Be Revised?

Examples of bariatric surgery operations include:

Surgical or laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
Gastric bypass
Mini gastric bypass
Duodenal switch

These bariatric surgical procedures can be revised to help patients who have regained weight since the original operation.

What Kind of Support Will I Get After an Endoscopic Revision Procedure?

After your revision procedure, you will have access to various sources of support including our clinical team, a personalized lifestyle and wellness expert for 12 months, and resources to a community of patients who have also undergone endoscopic weight loss procedures.