Best Bariatric Surgeons in Missouri
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BARIATRIC SURGEONS
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BestBariatricSurgeons.com ranks top bariatric surgeons in Missouri so you can compare programs and surgeons efficiently.
34.6% of Missouri adults have obesity (BMI 30+), based on CDC BRFSS 2024 data. Source
About 12.5% of Missouri adults have diabetes (2024 estimate). Source
More than 270,000 bariatric procedures were performed in the US in 2023. Source
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12152 Tesson Ferry Road, Ste B, St. Louis, MO- 63128
Dr. Chinnappan, MD, FACS, FASMBS, FRCS (Lon) is a board-certified general surgeon specialized in Bariatric Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery with more than 14 years of bariatric experience in the St. Louis, Missouri, area. Dr. Chinnappan has performed thousands of bariatric surgeries. He is skilled in Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric bypass, Gastric Balloon, Endoscopic Revision surgery, Lap band, and revision weight loss procedures.
2355 Dougherty Ferry Rd, Suite#430 St Louis, MO 63122
Dr. Minkin, DO, FACOS, FASMBS, is a general surgeon specializing in minimally invasive abdominal and bariatric surgery and has more than two decades of experience in the St. Louis, Missouri area. He has done over 4,000 bariatric operations and is skilled in advanced laparoscopic surgical procedures and is proficient in upper and lower endoscopy as well.
10296 Big Bend Rd Ste 206 St. Louis, MO 63122
Dr. Snow, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon and a specialist in Bariatric Surgery with more than 15 years of experience, currently located in St. Louis, Missouri. He is highly skilled in surgeries of Gastric Banding, Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Revision/Conversion of Prior Procedures, and Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy.
23401 Prairie Star Parkway, Suite B-300 Lenexa, KS 66227
Dr. Aragon, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon and specialist in laparoscopic bariatric surgery with more than 10 years of experience. His area of surgical expertise includes - laparoscopy, minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, and general/gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Aragon is currently located in Kansas City, Missouri. He also speaks multiple languages, including Spanish and Portuguese.
Dr. Aragon loves connecting with patients on a personal level and spending quality time with each one to make their experience and weight-loss journey unique and special. He loves taking photos with his patients and praying with them before their surgeries. He is known by his patients as a surgeon with great hands and a great heart!
7201 W 110th Street Suite 120, Overland Park, Kansas 66210
Dr. Lopez, DO, is a board-certified general surgeon with a specialization in family medicine and has more than 28 years of surgical experience. His area of expertise includes - laparoscopic gastric band procedures, bariatric surgery, bio-identical hormone and replacement therapy and metabolic medicine. He is currently serving the greater Kansas City, Missouri, area. Dr. Lopez is a traditionally trained physician who believes in a holistic approach to healthcare and healing.
10951 Lakeview Ave Lenexa, KS 66219
Dr. Sabharwal, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon and specialist in Bariatric Surgery, Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, currently serving the Kansas City, Missouri area. He has more than 20 years of surgical experience and is skilled in performing various bariatric surgeries as well as surgeries like Abdominal Hernia, Inguinal Hernia, Intestinal Obstruction removal, and Ventral Hernia.
6001 SW 6th Ave., Suite 220 Topeka, Kansas 66615
Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD, FACS, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Bariatric Surgery Division at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Berntsen is from La Harpe, Kansas, accomplished a bachelor degree at Pittsburg State University and is a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Medicine, where she completed her surgical residency. She finished additional training in gastrointestinal laparoscopic surgery, breast surgery, and bariatric surgery.
5701 W 119th St, Ste 320, Overland Park, KS, 66209
Nicole Fearing, MD is a highly respected, board-certified general and bariatric surgeon at Bariatric and Metabolic Specialists in Overland Park, KS, Lawrence, KS and the Kansas City Northland in Missouri. Her special interests include weight loss surgery and bariatric surgery, laparoscopic gastric restrictive procedure (lap band), hiatal hernia repair, and treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and type 2 diabetes.
Meritas Health Comprehensive Surgery 2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 625 Kansas City, MO 64116
Dr. Keenan Berghoff, MD is a general surgery specialist in Kansas City, MO. He is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital. Dr. Keenan R. Berghoff is a general surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri and is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital. He received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Keenan R. Berghoff has expertise in treating bariatric surgery, surgical removal of colon, among other conditions
Advanced Surgical & Bariatrics of NJ 81 Veronica Ave Suite 205 Somerset, NJ 08873
Dr. Lora Melman, MD is a minimally invasive surgery specialist in Kansas City, MO and has 19 years experience. They graduated from Saint Louis University School Of Medicine in 2005 and completed a residency at Residency-Surgery-Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University School Of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri|Washington U/Barnes Hospital|Washington U/Barnes.They currently practice at Saint Luke's Trauma and Critical Care Specialists and are affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton.
6001 Sw 6th Ave Suite 220 Topeka, KS 66615
Dr. Jennifer McAllaster, MD, FACS, FASMBS, D-ABOM is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Metabolic, Bariatric, andamp; Minimally Invasive Surgery Division at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. McAllaster received her undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas and her medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. She completed her residency in general surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.
Dr. McAllaster joined our faculty in 2017 and is board-certified in general surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.
6001 Sw 6th Ave Suite 220 Topeka, KS 66615
Dr. Carlyle Dunshee, II, MD, FACS, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery and Division Chief of the Bariatric Surgery Division at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Dunshee was born and raised in Fort Scott, Kansas. He attended Duke University, graduating with honors in Zoology. He attended the University of Kansas, School of Medicine, graduating in 1995. Following this, he completed a six-year General Surgery training program at The Brody School of Medicine, East Carolina University. During that time, he also completed his Master of Business Administration at East Carolina University as well.
6001 Sw 6th Ave, Topeka, KS
Dr. Sidney Y. Hu is a general surgeon in Topeka, Kansas and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including University of Kansas Hospital and University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus. She received her medical degree from University of Kansas School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Sidney Y. Hu has expertise in treating bariatric surgery, upper gi endoscopy, mastectomy, among other conditions.
2790 Clay Edwards Dr, North Kansas City, MO
Dr. Joshua M. Mourot is a general surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri and is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital. He received his medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Dr. Joshua M. Mourot has expertise in treating bariatric surgery, upper gi endoscopy, surgical removal of colon, among other conditions.
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Missouri Weight Loss Surgery
Our missions is to help you discover the top weight loss surgeons of Missouri. Below you'll find our hand-picked list of top bariatric surgeons in Missouri. Narrow your search to these regions in Missouri: St Louis Bariatric Surgeons and Kansas City Bariatric Surgeons.
Our Selection Criteria:
1. Education
We list only the most qualified bariatric professionals who have accreditations, awards, and licensing.
2. Experience
Vast surgical experience in laparoscopic bariatric surgery and general surgery is a must. Must have the necessary practical experience for various weight loss surgeries.
3. Empathy
Surgeons with the professionalism and empathy to provide the best service to those seek obesity treatments.
Bariatric Surgery FAQs
The cost of bariatric surgery will depend on various factors such as the procedure involved, insurance coverage, and location. In Missouri, patients can expect to pay between $10,000-$30,000 for most bariatric surgeries. For more information regarding the cost of bariatric surgery in Missouri, click here.