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Your Trusted Bariatric Surgery Partner in North Texas
At Weight Loss Specialists of North Texas, we are dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, personalized bariatric care. Our team of board-certified surgeons and specialists combines advanced surgical techniques with holistic support to address obesity and its related health challenges. With over two decades of collective experience in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery, we prioritize patient-centered care that emphasizes long-term success. Our approach integrates nutritional counseling, medical aesthetics, and support groups to ensure comprehensive treatment. We are committed to earning trust through transparency, empathy, and evidence-based practices, helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improved quality of life.Our expertise in procedures like sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and duodenal switch is matched by our dedication to patient education and post-operative support. We operate in partnership with leading hospitals in North Texas, ensuring access to state-of-the-art facilities. By focusing on individualized care plans and addressing both physical and emotional aspects of weight loss, we empower patients to reclaim their health and confidence.
Services
Duodenal Switch
Gastric Bypass
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Weight Loss Medication
Medical Aesthetics
Highlights and features
- Board-certified surgeons with fellowship training in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery
- Comprehensive 360-degree approach including nutritional counseling and medical aesthetics
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual health profiles and goals
- Partnerships with premier hospitals in Flower Mound, Frisco, and Trophy Club
- Proven track record of successful weight loss transformations with ongoing patient support
What people say
Life-changing transformations
Compassionate care
Successful weight loss
Supportive follow-up
Empathetic staff
Services
Duodenal Switch
This advanced bariatric procedure combines restrictive and malabsorptive techniques to achieve significant weight loss. By reducing stomach size and rerouting the intestines, it limits both food intake and calorie absorption. Ideal for patients with severe obesity, the procedure offers long-term metabolic benefits and improved quality of life through comprehensive weight management.
Sleeve Gastrectomy
A minimally invasive procedure removing 80% of the stomach to create a smaller, banana-shaped pouch. This restrictive surgery promotes weight loss by limiting food consumption and reducing hunger hormones. Patients benefit from faster recovery times and sustained weight loss while maintaining normal digestive function.
Gastric Bypass
This gold-standard bariatric procedure creates a small stomach pouch and bypasses part of the small intestine. Combining restriction and malabsorption, it delivers effective weight loss and diabetes management. The surgery offers durable results through both anatomical changes and metabolic improvements for long-term health benefits.
Weight Loss Medication
Prescription medications complement surgical interventions by regulating appetite and metabolism. These FDA-approved treatments target neurochemical pathways to support sustainable weight management. When combined with lifestyle changes, they provide additional tools for patients seeking comprehensive obesity treatment solutions.
Medical Aesthetics
Post-weight-loss aesthetic treatments address excess skin and body contouring needs. Services like Bodytite procedures help patients achieve their desired appearance after significant weight loss. These complementary treatments enhance overall satisfaction and confidence in physical transformation outcomes.
People
Folahan Ayoola, M.D.
Medical Director
Board-certified general surgeon with fellowship training in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery. Serves on hospital committees and professional societies while providing expert surgical care and physician education.
Questions
Am I a candidate for bariatric surgery?
Candidates typically have BMI ≥35 with related health issues or BMI ≥30 for self-pay patients. Our team evaluates medical history, weight loss attempts, and commitment to lifestyle changes during consultations.
What surgical options are available?
We offer duodenal switch, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and revisional procedures. Each option has different benefits and considerations based on individual health profiles and weight loss goals.
Do you accept insurance for weight loss surgery?
We work with major insurance providers and offer financing options. Our team helps verify coverage and provides cost estimates during the pre-consultation process.
What support exists after surgery?
We provide comprehensive post-operative care including nutritional counseling, support groups, vitamin programs, and medical aesthetics to address body contouring needs during transformation.
How does the consultation process work?
Start by calculating BMI and scheduling an initial consultation. Our team reviews medical history, discusses goals, and creates personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
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Reviews (4)
Courtney M.
Jun 29, 2022
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Had a gastric sleeve that failed then went to Dr A, before he became famous. Told him I could eat large meals still and he said I won't make your stomach smaller. Now I don't take in nutrition, am anemic & am still obese!
Arletta Barcenas
Mar 04, 2022
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This place is great, they actually care about the patients. They don't push you into doing something your not ready to do, they actually listen. This team is designed to get you to your weight loss goals. I was skepitial at first because my first experience at another specialist was I was a number but not here, I've lost the weight and know I can have my adominal plasty of course after insurance approval. I couldn't be happier with this specialist.
Sommer D.
Feb 17, 2022
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I absolutely love Dr. A, my surgery was 1/24/22 and it has been smooth sailing so far. Best decision I've ever made. Still learning to live with my new stomach but it's not near as bad as I feared before surgery. I highly highly recommend Dr. A if your wanting WLS.
Carla Lovell
Oct 18, 2021
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Dr. Al-Kalla was great! Informative and very helpful with his explanations about procedures and how they work, I would recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable surgeon with a personable bedside manner.
