Discover the best bariatric surgeons in Tampa, Florida.

As of 2022, the city of Tampa had an estimated population of 398,173, marking a 3.5% increase from 2020. The median household income is $66,802, with a 16.8% poverty rate.

Of all residents under the age of 65, 12.6% do not have health insurance coverage. The state of Florida has an obesity rate of 28%, putting it below the national average of 39.6%.

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Tampa 3000 Medical Park Suite 490 Tampa, FL 33613

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Dietrick is certified by the American Board of Surgery with expertise in weight loss surgery using minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic techniques. With more than 30 years of experience, patient-centered care remains his primary focus. Together, Dr. Dietrick works with a team of providers to apply a customized approach for improved well-being, emphasizing education, diet, nutrition, exercise and lifestyle changes. As a thought leader, Dr. Dietrick was integral in establishing the Surgical Weight Loss Institute at AdventHealth Tampa in 2005. Originally serving as medical director of the program, the hospital obtained national Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) accreditation through the American College of Surgeons (ASC) and the American Society for Metabolic Surgeons (ASMBS).

3000 Medical Park Drive Suite 490 Tampa, FL 33613

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Murr is certified by the American Board of Surgery and specializes in bariatric surgery. For over 30 years, he has been dedicated to helping individuals regain their health by providing cutting edge treatment in a caring and nurturing environment. Through a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Murr and his team focus on the whole health of each person and apply a customized approach for improved well-being. As a pioneer of bariatric surgery, Dr. Murr has served in leadership roles in many national scientific organizations. He maintains an active role in education and research. Founder of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) Florida State Chapter, Dr. Murr has been instrumental in working with Florida Legislature, encouraging insurance companies and employers to support comprehensive obesity management. Voted by his peers as the Top Bariatric Surgeon in Tampa, Dr. Murr is embedded in the community and has lived in Tampa for the last 20 years.

3000 Medical Park Drive Suite 490 Tampa, FL 33613

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Gonzalvo is certified by the American Board of Surgery and specializes in adult and adolescent bariatric surgery. A native of Tampa, Dr. Gonzalvo is dedicated to improving the overall health of the Tampa Bay community. Together, with a team of providers, he o¬ffers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary program and applies a customized approach for improved well-being to every patient. As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Dr. Gonzalvo is passionate about improving the health of those experiencing weight management difficulties, especially in the adolescent population. He is a highly experienced surgeon, specializing in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robot-assisted techniques, which results in less scarring and blood loss, faster healing, and less pain for his patients.

HCA Florida Surgical Weight Loss Specialists 2919 West Swann Ave Ste 301 Tampa, FL 33609

Bariatric Surgeon
Richard DiCicco, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified general and MBSAQIP Verified Bariatric Surgeon at HCA Florida Surgical Weight Loss Specialists. He is also the current Director of Bariatric Surgery at HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital, which is both an MBSAQIP accredited facility, as well as a Bariatric Center of Excellence Hospital.  

2919 West Swann Ave Ste 301 Tampa, FL 33609

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Adam Golas is a board-certified bariatric surgeon specializing in weight loss and minimally invasive surgery procedures. He is dedicated to liberating patients from obesity and the diseases associated with obesity by providing the most advanced treatments in a caring and nurturing environment. Dr. Golas has overcome much adverity in his life and with that approaches every patient encounter with humility, sincerity, and respect. Through a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Golas and his team at HCA Florida Weight Loss Specialists focus on the general health of each patient and apply a custom individualized approach for improved health and well-being.  

2191 9th Avenue N Suite 270 St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Kevin Huguet is the Medical Director and founder of the Bariatric Program, practicing at MIIS Weight Loss Institute, an affiliate of Tampa Bay Surgical Group in St. Petersburg, FL.  

6101 Webb Rd STE 101, Tampa, FL 33615, USA

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Alfredo Fernandez, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Tampa, FL. They graduated from Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña and completed a residency at ALTON OCHSNER MEDICAL FOUNDATION. They currently practice at Tampa Bariatrics and are affiliated with Hca Florida Brandon Hospital. Dr. Fernandez has experience treating conditions like Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Fernandez also speaks Spanish. Dr. Fernandez is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Tampa, Florida Weight Loss Surgery

Below, you will find a curated list of the best bariatric surgeons in Tampa, Florida. Additionally, you may consider broadening your search to all of Florida.

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Our Selection Criteria:

Education

We value candidates with the best education and accreditations.

Experience

Extensive surgical experience is of the utmost importance.

Empathy

We look for healthcare providers with the empathy and professionalism needed to help guide patients through their weight loss journey.

Bariatric Surgery FAQs

The cost of bariatric surgery is going to vary greatly depending on a variety of factors such as insurance coverage, patient location, and the exact procedure involved. Click here to learn more about the cost of bariatric surgery in Tampa, Florida.