We reviewed all the Bariatric Surgeons serving the greater Kansas City area, and picked the top picks based on experience, education, and empathy.

Kansas City had a population of 0.49 million according to the 2018 survey. Kansas had an adult obesity rate of 34.2 percent in 2015, up from 31.3 percent in 2014, when Kansas ranked 13th.

If you’re planning to get a bariatric surgery in Kansas City, you can expect to pay anywhere between $16,000 to $30,000 if self financed. The cost shall be lower when covered by insurance. Certain factors such as the number of procedures performed (abdominoplasty, liposuction, thigh lift, etc.), combined with the number of surgical settings, hospital stay, anesthesia, etc., will play a role in determining the final cost.

In Kansas, cheap health insurance plans are available for purchase through the state's marketplace or through Medicaid if your household income qualifies. For 2020, the average health insurance cost in Kansas is $517 for a 40-year-old.

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DR. ROBERT ARAGON, M.D.

23401 Prairie Star Parkway, Suite B-300 Lenexa, KS 66227

Bariatric Surgeon
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.

DR. JESSE J. LOPEZ JR., D.O.

7201 W 110th Street Suite 120, Overland Park, Kansas 66210

Bariatric Surgeon
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. PARAMJEET SABHARWAL, M.D.

11217 Lakeview Ave, Lenexa, KS 66219

Bariatric Surgeon
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.

Dr. Bernita Berntsen, M.D.

6001 SW 6th Ave., Suite 220 Topeka, Kansas 66615

Bariatric Surgeon
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.  

Dr. Nicole M. Fearing, M.D.

5100 West 110th St Ste 110 Overland Park, KS 66211

Bariatric Surgeon
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.  

Dr. Keenan Berghoff, M.D.

Meritas Health Comprehensive Surgery 2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 625 Kansas City, MO 64116

Bariatric Surgeon
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

Dr. Lora M. Melman, M.D.

Advanced Surgical & Bariatrics of NJ 81 Veronica Ave Suite 205 Somerset, NJ 08873

Bariatric Surgeon
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.

Dr. Sidney Hu, M.D.

6001 Sw 6th Ave, Topeka, KS

Bariatric Surgeon
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.

Dr. Joshua Mourot, M.D.

2790 Clay Edwards Dr, North Kansas City, MO

Bariatric Surgeon
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

Dr. Jen D. McAllaster, M.D.

3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Kansas City, KS 66160

Bariatric Surgeon
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.

Carlyle M. Dunshee, M.D.

3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Kansas City, KS 66160

Bariatric Surgeon
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.  

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Kansas City Weight Loss Surgery

Our mission is to connect you with the leading bariatric surgeons locally. We've hand-picked the top Bariatric Surgeons in the greaterKansas City area based on our three phase methodology. Consider:
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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

3. Empathy

Surgeons with the professionalism and empathy to provide the best service to those seek obesity treatments.

Bariatric Surgery FAQs

Generally, the recovery period for bariatric surgery can last anywhere from 2-6 weeks, depending on the specific procedure. It is always important to check with your healthcare provider about the specific timeline of your recovery.

The cost of bariatric surgery will vary depending on a number of factors such as insurance coverage and the specific procedure you opt for. In Kansas City, prices can range from $6,000 to $65,000 depending on the procedure. Click here to learn more about the cost of bariatric surgery in Missouri