DFW Bariatrics and General Surgery, Dr. Sachin Kukreja’s practice, posted this video on its YouTube channel on September 17, 2025.
From the video’s description on YouTube
Let’s talk about cannabis and bariatric surgery — because I get this question all the time.
Here’s the breakdown:
1⃣ Nicotine is a hard stop before surgery — huge complication risks. If you use cannabis, make sure it’s not mixed with tobacco.
2⃣ CBD vs THC: CBD has anti-inflammatory benefits and is approved for some medical uses. THC affects appetite and nausea.
3⃣ Safety in surgery:
Occasional THC: studies show no major difference in complications.
Heavy/chronic THC: higher risk of pneumonia, stroke, heart attack, and blood clots post-op.
4⃣ Post-surgery effects: surgery can make THC hit faster and stronger — which can lead to unpleasant side effects and derail weight loss progress.
5⃣ Smoking vs edibles: Edibles often mean more munchies + lots of sugar. That’s not helpful for weight loss goals.Bottom line: THC isn’t always off-limits forever — but your care team needs to know if you’re using it.
More videos from the practice are on Dr. Sachin Kukreja’s profile.
