MidState Medical Center offers two innovative surgical options for the treatment of obesity—Laparoscopic Roux en Y Gastric Bypass Surgery (RYGB) and the Adjustable Gastric Banding System, more commonly known as LAP-BAND®. Both procedures are proven to help patients achieve significant weight loss, and most importantly, that weight loss is sustained over time.

Additionally, these procedures are performed laparoscopically, meaning that they are minimally invasive. Patients report less discomfort and are able to resume normal activities earlier than those who undergo traditional surgical procedures.

The details on gastric bypass surgery and LAP-BAND are provided below to give you a better understanding of what each type of surgery entails, how the two options are alike, and how they differ. Individual consultation with our team will help you choose the best option for your needs.