Gastric Bypass Surgeons in Dallas

	James Davidson, M.D.   Dr. Davidson is the Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery, Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas and a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Davidson is board certified in general surgery. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed his internship at the Hennepin County General Hospital and a general surgery residency at the University of New Mexico. Dr. Davidson attended a vascular surgery fellowship at the University of Tennessee.
	Wade Barker, M.D. Dr. Barker began his undergraduate studies at Southwest Texas State University and completed them at Eastern New Mexico University, where he graduated magna cum laude. He also received a Loan Star scholarship and was named an outstanding biology student. Dr. Barker completed his medical education, internship, and general surgery residency at Texas Tech University School of Medicine.

Gastric Bypass Surgery, Dallas

We all know that the best way to lose weight is through a healthy diet and regular exercise. But if you're among the millions of people who have tried everything and still can't lose the excess weight, then bariatric surgery may be an option for you.

Gastric bypass surgery, which changes the anatomy of your digestive system to limit the amount of food you can eat and digest, is the most popular bariatric surgery in the United States. Most surgeons prefer this procedure because it's safer and has fewer complications than other weight-loss surgeries. It can provide long-term, consistent weight loss if accompanied with ongoing lifestyle changes.

Obesity in Dallas, Texas

The prevalence of obesity in Dallas -- defined as having a Body Mass Index of 30 or more -- is estimated by state officials at more than one in three. In the metro Dallas region, more than 65% of the population is overweight (BMI of 25 and up).  One out of two children is overweight and Type 2 Diabetes is striking kids as early as age eight.

Texas Obesity Statistics

• In 2007 nearly 66 percent of Texas adults were overweight or obese

• In 2007, 32 percent of Texas high-school students were overweight or obese

• 300,000 die every year of complications associated with obesity

• Average weight has risen from 166 lb. in 1962 to 191 lb. in 2001

• Life expectancy for an obese person is 58 years, but 78 years for non-obese

• Childhood obesity increased by 230% over the past 25 years

• 62% of the population is overweight

• 5.1% of the population suffers from morbid obesity

Treatment for Obesity in Dallas, Texas

Many bariatric surgeons in Dallas, TX specialize in the surgical treatment of obesity. If you or someone you know in the Dallas area is struggling with clinical obesity and health related conditions, we can help! The weight loss doctors listed in this site specialize in obesity and weight loss surgery as well as long-term patient management to help you take control of your obesity and regain your health.

With a highly trained team of surgeons, nurses, nutritionists, exercise therapists and psychologists, Bariatric Surgery Specialists are able to provide patients with a safe and effective weight-loss surgery, comprehensive pre- and post-operative education and ongoing post-op care.

Mission of Dallas Gastric Bypass Surgeons

• Provide state-of-the art, minimally invasive surgical options for all our patients

• Continue to improve the “standard of care” in one of the nation’s 10 largest cities

• Establish gastric bypass surgery as a true specialty which requires specialized training and a multi-disciplinary team approach

• Provide compassion, superior outcomes and warm, personal attention to our patients