Best Bariatric Surgeons in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Dr. Michael Gooden is the Chair of Surgery at ARCOM and a veteran of the United States Army.  Dr. Gooden received his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, which he attended on an Army scholarship. He then completed his residency in General Surgery at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. C. Micheal Gooden specializes in general surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and bariatric surgery. In his free time, he likes to spend time with family, work on the farm as well as hunting and fishing.

Dr. Josh E. Roller, MD has devoted his professional life to gaining all the skills and surgical techniques necessary to help those who struggle with significant amounts of excess weight. A highly-trained, board-certified surgeon, Dr. Roller is fellowship trained in advanced, minimally invasive bariatric surgery. He is one of the most highly-trained, compassionate, and dedicated bariatric surgeons practicing in the Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Tulsa areas and beyond.

Dr. Yong S. Kwon, MD brings advanced skills and training to Roller Weight Loss & Advanced Surgery. His patients enjoy a lower risk of complications, a more comfortable post-surgery experience, less time in the hospital, a faster recovery, and life-changing weight loss results. Dr. Kwon’s prestigious educational background has proven his passion for offering patients the best possible care and outcomes. His continued dedication and commitment to pursuing additional training, particularly in weight loss and anti-reflux surgery, reflect his deep passion for helping his patients experience a major life-changing transformation.

Jaime N. Dutton, MD, is a minimally invasive bariatric and general surgeon and an independent member of the active medical staff of Northwest Health. She has changed her patients’ lives with her expansive surgical specialties. Dr. Dutton was fellowship trained at Stanford University in Advanced Minimally Invasive Bariatric Surgery and General Surgery. She serves as an independent member of the medical staff at Northwest Health and is a valued member of our surgical team at Roller Weight Loss & Advanced Surgery.

Dr. Kristin Roller, MD utilizes medical weight loss strategies including nutritional changes, behavior modification, exercise regimens, and medications for patients needing to lose weight prior to surgery. She also oversees the long-term follow-up care for our bariatric patients. She truly enjoys seeing her patients regain the ability to do things they had lost the ability to do as their health and quality of life improve and medical problems resolve.

Dr. Jessica Pries, MD, FACS, and FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained advanced bariatric and minimally invasive surgeon. Dr. Pries has dedicated her career to stay at the leading edge in advanced, minimally invasive surgeries, including bariatric weight loss surgeries. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained advanced bariatric surgeon with outstanding skills in performing minimally invasive weight loss surgeries.