{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":["Service","SurgicalProcedure"],"subjectOf":{"@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"HOW MUCH DOES GASTRIC BYPASS SURGERY COST?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"At Alabama Surgical Associates, we realize that for many of our patients, gastric bypass is a life-saving procedure. To ensure that better health is within everyone\u2019s reach, we offer highly competitive self-pay pricing for patients whose procedure is not covered by insurance or who wish to streamline the weight loss surgery process by self-paying. Learn more about the cost of gastric bypass surgery, and get information on payment options we offer our patients.","name":"HOW MUCH DOES GASTRIC BYPASS SURGERY COST? 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Answer","@id":"https:\/\/www.alweightlosscenter.com\/weight-loss-options\/gastric-bypass-huntsville-alabama\/#Answer2"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.alweightlosscenter.com\/weight-loss-options\/gastric-bypass-huntsville-alabama\/#Question2"}],"name":"FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT GASTRIC BYPASS","@id":"https:\/\/www.alweightlosscenter.com\/weight-loss-options\/gastric-bypass-huntsville-alabama\/#FAQPage"},"howPerformed":"Gastric bypass changes the anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract by reducing the size of the stomach and altering the path food takes. Our doctor uses a laparoscopic technique, which is a less invasive method with fewer scars, a shorter hospital stay, and quicker recovery times. Surgery is performed with the patient under anesthesia.\n\nDuring the procedure, Dr. Doucette will divide the stomach into an upper and lower portion. This will create a smaller upper stomach (pouch), and bypass the lower stomach and the beginning of the intestine. The smaller upper part of the stomach is then connected to the middle of the small intestine. The lower stomach and the beginning of the intestine is then reconnected further down to the intestine. The stomach is left smaller and the digestive tract shorter. As a result, after surgery, patients will feel full faster because there is less room for food and have less hunger as a result of the changes in hunger hormones.","preparation":"When patients partner with Alabama Surgical Associates, we work with them extensively as they prepare for gastric bypass surgery. Patients undergo a thorough medical evaluation to determine that they are a good candidate for bariatric surgery. We also make sure patients are educated about all aspects of the gastric bypass procedure, recovery period, and ongoing journey to a healthier lifestyle. By the time their surgery is scheduled, patients have learned about healthy eating, exercise, and emotional factors that may contribute to their obesity. They will also have built relationships with multiple members of our care team, so patients have a strong support network to rely on throughout their bariatric surgery experience.","followup":"Since we take a laparoscopic approach, our patients will have a shorter hospital stay and quicker recovery. Most patients can resume regular activities within a week after surgery. After surgery, our doctors and team monitor recovery through a number of check up appointments. Our team also provides support for the dietary and lifestyle changes that must accompany weight loss surgery.\n\nIn order to support patient\u2019s long term success, our practice offers a comprehensive post-op weight loss program. Resources at Alabama Surgical Associates include long-term follow up care and licensed dietitians experienced in weight loss nutrition to guide patients through the nutritional changes after gastric bypass.","name":"Gastric Bypass","url":"https:\/\/www.alweightlosscenter.com\/weight-loss-options\/gastric-bypass-huntsville-alabama\/","additionalType":"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gastric_bypass_surgery","description":"Gastric bypass has been one of the most commonly performed bariatric surgical (weight loss) procedures for the last several decades.","medicineSystem":"WesternConventional","procedureType":"PercutaneousProcedure","bodyLocation":"Stomach","relevantSpecialty":"Surgical","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.alweightlosscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Gastric_Bypass.jpg","height":"490","width":"460","@id":"https:\/\/www.alweightlosscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Gastric_Bypass.jpg"},"sameAs":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.alweightlosscenter.com\/weight-loss-options\/gastric-bypass-huntsville-alabama\/"},"areaServed":[{"@type":"State","url":"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Alabama","name":"Alabama","@id":"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Alabama"},{"@type":"City","url":"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Huntsville,_Alabama","name":"Huntsville","@id":"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Huntsville,_Alabama"}],"@id":"https:\/\/www.alweightlosscenter.com\/weight-loss-options\/gastric-bypass-huntsville-alabama\/"}