Best Bariatric Surgeons in Fort Worth, TX

Bariatric (weight loss) surgeons with offices in Fort Worth and nearby Tarrant County cities, and what to know before you choose one.

Thinking about weight loss surgery in Fort Worth? The surgeons below have profiles on Best Docs Network and offices in Fort Worth, Hurst, Arlington, Colleyville or Grapevine. Each profile shows the surgeon's training, the operations they perform and how to reach the practice. Read how doctors are chosen as best in their field.

Hossein Bagshahi, M.D.

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Bariatric and General Surgeon · Bagshahi Bariatric and General Surgery (DFW Weight Loss Surgery)

1101 W. Rosedale St., Suite 1, Fort Worth, TX 76104

  • Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS)
  • Fellowship-trained in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery, with fellowship training in robotic surgery
  • Gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, duodenal switch and SIPS, and revision surgery, including for patients who had weight loss surgery elsewhere
  • Affiliated with Texas Health Fort Worth and Texas Health Denton; teaches surgery at the TCU School of Medicine
  • Fluent in English and Farsi

See Dr. Bagshahi's full profilePatient reviewsHis diet guide after surgery

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Types of weight loss surgery

Cleveland Clinic lists these as the main types of bariatric surgery. Your surgeon will recommend the one that fits your health and goals.

  • Gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy). The most common type: most of the stomach is removed, leaving a narrow tube. What to expect from a gastric sleeve.
  • Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y). The surgeon creates a small stomach pouch and connects it to the small intestine. How gastric bypass works.
  • Duodenal switch and SADI-S. A sleeve combined with an intestinal bypass, for more weight loss. SADI-S and duodenal switch.
  • Without surgery. Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) and GLP-1 medicines are options for some people. ESG · GLP-1 injections.

Who qualifies for weight loss surgery?

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) recommends metabolic and bariatric surgery for:

  • people with a BMI of 35 or more, whether or not they have obesity-related health problems
  • people with type 2 diabetes and a BMI of 30 or more

ASMBS says surgery should also be considered at a BMI of 30 to 34.9 when nonsurgical methods haven't brought lasting weight loss or better health. Some insurance plans still use older rules, such as a BMI of 40 or more, or 35 or more with a condition such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease or sleep apnea, which is how Cleveland Clinic and the National Institutes of Health (NIDDK) describe them. Check your plan's requirements early.

How to choose a bariatric surgeon in Fort Worth

  • Training. ASMBS advises surgery by a board-certified surgeon with specialized experience or training in bariatric and metabolic surgery.
  • A full team. ASMBS recommends a center with a multidisciplinary team, so you get help with nutrition, exercise and emotional health before and after surgery.
  • Accreditation. The American College of Surgeons' MBSAQIP program accredits bariatric centers that pass voluntary, independent peer review. Some insurers require an accredited facility.
  • The operation you need. Not every practice performs every procedure. If you had weight loss surgery before, ask about experience with revisions.
  • Questions to ask. Which operation do you recommend for me, and why? How many of these do you perform? What does follow-up look like, and for how long? Which insurance plans do you accept, and is there self-pay pricing?

Frequently asked questions

Who is the best bariatric surgeon in Fort Worth?

There is no single best surgeon for everyone. Look for a board-certified surgeon with specialized training in bariatric surgery who works in a center with a full team, ideally an accredited (MBSAQIP) center, and who performs the operation you need, including revisions if you have had surgery before. The surgeons on this page all practice in Fort Worth or nearby Tarrant County cities. Dr. Hossein Bagshahi is featured at the top as a sponsored listing.

What BMI do you need for weight loss surgery?

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) recommends surgery for people with a BMI of 35 or more, and for people with type 2 diabetes and a BMI of 30 or more. It says surgery should be considered at a BMI of 30 to 34.9 when other methods have not worked. Some insurance plans still use older rules, such as a BMI of 40, or 35 with an obesity-related condition.

What is an MBSAQIP-accredited center?

MBSAQIP is the American College of Surgeons' Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program. Accredited centers go through voluntary, independent peer review to meet uniform safety and quality standards. ASMBS notes that some insurers require surgery at an accredited facility.

Where is Dr. Bagshahi's office in Fort Worth?

At 1101 W. Rosedale St., Suite 1, Fort Worth, TX 76104. He is affiliated with Texas Health Fort Worth and Texas Health Denton.

Which weight loss surgeries are available in Fort Worth?

Fort Worth bariatric surgeons commonly offer the gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and duodenal switch operations, and revision surgery for people who had a weight loss operation before. Ask each practice which procedures it performs.

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This page is for general information only and is not medical advice. Talk with a qualified health professional about your own situation.