Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Reflux and Weight Loss Surgery in Colorado Springs
Since 2001, our practice has provided specialized surgical solutions for reflux disease and obesity management in Colorado Springs. Led by Dr. Robert Wilcox, a board-certified surgeon with advanced training in metabolic and bariatric procedures, we combine technical expertise with personalized care. Our team utilizes cutting-edge robotic and minimally invasive techniques to address complex conditions like morbid obesity and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Nurse Practitioner Julie Unruh brings over a decade of experience as a first assist in surgeries and coordinates comprehensive patient care from consultation through recovery. We maintain active certifications through the American Board of Obesity Medicine and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons, ensuring adherence to the highest clinical standards.Our practice has earned recognition as a Center of Excellence program director, reflecting our commitment to quality outcomes. We prioritize patient education through detailed consultations, dietary counseling, and postoperative support programs. With over 20 years of local service, we've helped thousands achieve lasting improvements in health and quality of life. Our facility maintains partnerships with major insurers while offering transparent cash-pay options for bariatric procedures. Every treatment plan emphasizes long-term wellness through evidence-based surgical interventions and compassionate patient relationships.
Services
Weight Loss Surgery
Reflux Surgery
Robotic Gastric Bypass
Sleeve Gastrectomy
LINX Reflux Management
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Board-certified surgeons with 20+ years of local experience
- Robotic-assisted surgical techniques for precision outcomes
- Personalized care from consultation through recovery
- Center of Excellence program director designation
- Comprehensive postoperative support programs
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons
Services
Weight Loss Surgery
Surgical treatment for morbid obesity using minimally invasive techniques. Addresses BMI-related health complications through metabolic procedures. Ideal for patients seeking lasting weight reduction solutions when traditional methods fail.
Reflux Surgery
Advanced surgical management for chronic acid reflux disease. Implements LINX system technology and fundoplication techniques. Benefits patients experiencing medication-resistant gastroesophageal reflux symptoms.
Robotic Gastric Bypass
Computer-assisted gastric bypass procedures enhance surgical precision. Minimally invasive approach reduces recovery time while maintaining long-term weight loss effectiveness. Utilizes state-of-the-art da Vinci surgical systems.
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Restrictive weight loss procedure removing 80% of the stomach. Hormonal benefits aid diabetes management. Provides durable weight reduction with lower complication rates compared to other bariatric surgeries.
LINX Reflux Management
Minimally invasive treatment for GERD using magnetic bead technology. Preserves natural anatomy while preventing acid reflux. Allows immediate return to normal eating patterns post-surgery.
People
Robert T. Wilcox
Surgeon
Board-certified bariatric surgeon with 20+ years in Colorado Springs. Completed surgical residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center. Specializes in robotic-assisted weight loss and reflux procedures. Diplomat of American Board of Obesity Medicine.
Julie Unruh
Nurse Practitioner
Certified nurse practitioner and surgical first assist since 2014. Bariatric coordinator with specialized LINX system training. Provides comprehensive patient care from consultation through postoperative recovery. Former Naval Medical Center staff member.
Questions
What weight loss surgery options do you offer?
We provide Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and LINX reflux management systems using robotic-assisted techniques for optimal outcomes.
Do you accept my insurance plan?
We work with major insurers including Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and commercial providers. Contact our office for verification with your specific plan.
Are cash-pay options available for surgery?
Yes, we offer competitive self-pay pricing for bariatric procedures with flexible payment arrangements available for qualified patients.
What makes your reflux treatment unique?
Our practice specializes in advanced anti-reflux solutions including LINX system placement, a minimally invasive alternative to traditional fundoplication procedures.
How experienced is your surgical team?
Dr. Wilcox has performed over 2,000 bariatric procedures since 2001, supported by Nurse Practitioner Julie Unruh with 10+ years as surgical first assist.
Reviews (3)
Kelly P.
Aug 26, 2021
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My life changed 2 yrs ago when Dr. Wilcox and his fabulous nurse, Julie, performed my gastric bypass with hiatal hernia repair. I am down 100 lbs and no longer have acid reflux, sleep apnea, pre-diabetes, or high blood pressure. I now lead an active lifestyle thanks to them. I highly recommend Pikes Peak Bariatric!
Brooke Magnanti
Dec 21, 2020
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I am over two years out from weight loss surgery and holding steady at 92lbs down! I lost all of my excess weight and it has changed my life!!! I would recommend surgery and more specifically this team, Dr. Wilcox and Julie Unruh, to anyone. They are hands down the best in the business!
Emilia Angelo
Dec 02, 2020
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3 years ago I went to Dr. Wilcox and Nurse Julie for my gastric bypass surgery and I have no regrets! They took amazing care of me and always put my health and needs first. They did an amazing job and I wouldnt have trusted anyone else but them. They are truly there for you and want the best for you. Im 50ft and started at 185lbs and now im 110 lbs! I feel so much healthier and I wouldnt know where I would be today without Dr. Wilcox and Nurse Julie!
