Business Details
26 Years
experience
Comprehensive Weight Loss Solutions in Louisiana
Since 2000, The Surgical Specialists of Louisiana have established themselves as regional leaders in comprehensive weight loss and wellness solutions. Our team of seven board-certified surgeons and dedicated support staff have performed over 14,000 bariatric procedures, including gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, duodenal switch, and revisional surgeries. We offer personalized care through our MyWeight medically supervised program, addressing needs for patients seeking to lose 15 to 150+ pounds. Our practice combines surgical expertise with non-surgical options like incisionless procedures and intermittent fasting guidance. With three convenient locations across Louisiana, we provide lifelong follow-up care and virtual appointment options to serve a broader patient base. Our surgeons maintain sensitivity to both physical and emotional aspects of weight loss, supported by patient advocates who assist with insurance verification and financing.We operate at Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital and maintain affiliations with multiple facilities to ensure optimal patient care. Our experience-driven approach includes educational resources through online seminars, support groups, and a comprehensive learning center. Recognized for innovation since introducing laparoscopic banding in 2000, we continue advancing our minimally invasive techniques using da Vinci Robotic and Senhance Surgical systems. This commitment to excellence has made us the most experienced program in the region, serving patients from initial consultation through post-operative success.
Services
Gastric Sleeve
Gastric Bypass
Duodenal Switch
Lap-Band
ORBERA Balloon System
Incisionless Revisional Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Revisional Weight Loss Surgery
Non-Surgical Weight Loss
General Surgery Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have performed over 14,000 bariatric procedures since 2000
- Our team includes seven board-certified surgeons with specialized expertise
- We offer lifelong follow-up care and virtual appointment options
- Our practice combines surgical and non-surgical weight loss approaches
- Three convenient Louisiana locations serve patients statewide
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Services
Gastric Sleeve
This minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure removes part of the stomach to create a smaller, banana-shaped pouch. Patients experience reduced hunger and increased satiety due to hormonal changes. The procedure typically takes one hour with rapid recovery.
Gastric Bypass
A dual approach procedure that creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the small intestine. This restrictive and malabsorptive technique produces significant weight loss and metabolic improvements. It's performed laparoscopically with proven long-term results.
Incisionless Surgery
Advanced techniques performed under anesthesia without external incisions. These procedures offer reduced complications and faster recovery for revisional surgeries or primary weight loss interventions. Specialized equipment accesses the digestive tract through natural openings.
Non-Surgical Weight Loss
The MyWeight program provides personalized diet plans and behavioral counseling under medical supervision. This option suits patients seeking 15-50 pound reductions or post-bariatric surgery maintenance. Includes nutritional guidance and progress monitoring.
Revisional Surgery
Specialized interventions for patients experiencing weight regain or complications from prior bariatric surgeries. Options include conversion to different procedures or endoscopic adjustments. Our surgeons have extensive experience addressing anatomical changes over time.
People
Matthew French
Surgeon
Board-certified bariatric surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive techniques. Specializes in gastric sleeve and revisional procedures. Committed to comprehensive patient care and long-term weight management success.
Clark Warden
Surgeon
Experienced bariatric surgeon offering personalized weight loss solutions. Proficient in robotic-assisted and incisionless procedures. Focuses on improving patients' quality of life through surgical and non-surgical interventions.
James Redmann
Surgeon
Specializes in complex bariatric surgeries including duodenal switch and revisional operations. Maintains active involvement in patient education through support groups and informational seminars across Louisiana.
James A. Leithead III
Surgeon
Provides expert care in laparoscopic and robotic weight loss procedures. Active participant in continuing medical education to maintain cutting-edge surgical techniques for improved patient outcomes.
Questions
Am I a candidate for weight loss surgery?
Candidates typically have BMI ≥40 or BMI ≥35 with weight-related health conditions. Schedule a consultation to determine eligibility based on medical history and weight loss goals.
What procedures are available?
We offer gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, duodenal switch, Lap-Band, incisionless revisional surgery, and ORBERA Balloon System. Each option is discussed during personalized consultations.
Do you accept insurance?
Our team assists with insurance verification and financing options. Coverage varies by provider and policy. We also offer cash pay programs for self-pay patients.
Are virtual appointments available?
Yes, all surgeons offer virtual consultations for initial evaluations and follow-up visits. This option provides convenient access to our specialists from any location.
What is recovery time?
Most patients return to normal activities within 2-4 weeks. Incisionless procedures typically allow faster recovery, while major surgeries require gradual reintroduction of physical activity.
Do you offer non-surgical options?
Yes, the MyWeight program provides medically supervised diet plans and nutritional counseling. We also offer the ORBERA Balloon System as a temporary non-surgical weight loss aid.
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