Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Bariatric Surgery Solutions
At Alabama Weight Loss Surgery, we specialize in providing advanced bariatric solutions to help patients achieve lasting weight loss and improved health. Our team of highly experienced surgeons, including Dr. Miles, Dr. Schmitt, and Dr. Wood, has performed over 8,000 weight loss surgeries, serving patients from Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and beyond. Recognized as a Center of Excellence by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and a Blue Distinction Center by Blue Cross/Blue Shield, our program combines surgical expertise with comprehensive care from doctors, nurses, and nutritionists. We offer personalized treatment plans using cutting-edge techniques such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and revisional surgeries, tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our surgeons pioneered laparoscopic and robotic procedures in Alabama, ensuring patients receive the safest and most effective care.We emphasize individualized attention, avoiding one-size-fits-all approaches, and provide educational resources like patient seminars and success stories to guide decision-making. Our commitment to excellence extends to continuous innovation, with a focus on addressing obesity-related conditions like diabetes and joint pain. Patients benefit from a multidisciplinary team dedicated to long-term health outcomes, supported by tools like BMI calculators and online assessments. With decades of collective experience, we prioritize compassionate care and evidence-based practices to help patients regain their health. Our program's reputation as a national model reflects our dedication to advancing bariatric care while maintaining a patient-centered philosophy.
Services
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass
Lap-Band
Revisional Surgery
Robotic Surgery
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Our surgeons have performed over 8,000 weight loss surgeries with national recognition.
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Pioneers of laparoscopic and robotic bariatric procedures in Alabama.
- Comprehensive care team includes surgeons, nutritionists, and specialists.
- Recognized as a Center of Excellence for bariatric surgery standards.
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
What people say
Regain health
Experienced surgeons
Personalized approach
Lasting results
Comprehensive care
Services
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Sleeve gastrectomy reduces stomach size to promote significant weight loss through restrictive eating. This procedure helps patients achieve lasting results by limiting food intake while maintaining normal digestion. Our surgeons use advanced laparoscopic techniques for faster recovery and minimal scarring.
Gastric Bypass
Gastric bypass creates a small stomach pouch connected directly to the small intestine, altering digestion for effective weight loss. This procedure addresses obesity-related conditions like diabetes while offering long-term health benefits through combined restrictive and malabsorptive mechanisms.
Lap-Band
Lap-Band surgery places an adjustable silicone band around the upper stomach to create a feeling of fullness. This reversible procedure allows personalized restriction adjustments and maintains normal digestive function while supporting gradual weight loss.
Revisional Surgery
Revisional surgery addresses complications or insufficient results from prior weight loss operations. Our experts evaluate individual cases to determine optimal corrective approaches, including conversion to different procedures or band adjustments for improved outcomes.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic-assisted procedures enhance surgical precision through computer-guided instruments and 3D visualization. This technology enables complex bariatric operations with greater accuracy, reduced trauma, and faster recovery times compared to traditional methods.
People
Dr. Miles
Bariatric Surgeon (Retired)
Pioneering bariatric surgeon with extensive experience in laparoscopic procedures and program development for weight loss solutions.
Dr. Schmitt
Lead Bariatric Surgeon
Recognized expert in metabolic surgery with thousands of procedures performed and contributions to national bariatric care standards.
Dr. Wood
Bariatric Surgeon
Specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic weight loss surgeries, focusing on individualized patient care and outcomes.
Lisa Kuntz
Patient Coordinator
Manages patient journeys through pre-operative education and post-operative support to ensure comprehensive care experiences.
Taylor Dean
Nutrition Specialist
Provides dietary guidance and long-term nutritional support to optimize health outcomes following bariatric procedures.
Questions
What weight loss surgery options are available?
We offer sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, Lap-Band, and revisional surgeries using laparoscopic or robotic techniques.
Am I a candidate for bariatric surgery?
Candidates typically have a BMI over 40 or BMI over 35 with obesity-related conditions like diabetes. Take our online assessment to determine eligibility.
Do you accept insurance?
We are a Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery. Check with your provider about coverage for specific procedures.
What support is available after surgery?
Our program includes nutrition counseling, patient seminars, and support groups to ensure long-term success.
How experienced are your surgeons?
Our surgeons have performed over 8,000 weight loss surgeries and pioneered advanced techniques in Alabama.
Are financing options available?
Yes, we offer financing and self-pay options for patients seeking weight loss surgery.
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