Bariatric surgeons specialize in weight loss surgery and have developed several different surgical procedures to help patients lose weight and maintain a healthy weight for a lifetime. These procedures are referred to as restrictive, malabsorptive, or a combination of the two. Restrictive procedures limit the amount of food the stomach can hold. Malabsorptive procedures limit the number of calories and nutrients that can be absorbed.
Two weight loss operations are offered at the Martha Jefferson Bariatric Care Center. One is the Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass procedure. The other is the Gastric Lap Band procedure. Dr. Trahan has received extensive training in both, and assists patients in determining which surgery is best depending upon the patient's preference, goals and overall health.