Discover the best bariatric surgeons in Minnesota.

As of 2023, Minnesota had an estimated population of 5,737,915, marking a 0.5% increase from 2020. As of 2022, the median household income was $84,313, with a poverty rate of 9.6%.

Minnesota has an obesity rate of 34.6%, making it the 19th most obese state in the U.S.

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11035 Boone Cir, Minneapolis, MN, 55438

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Charles A. Svendsen is a general surgeon in Minneapolis, Minnesota and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Allina Health Abbott Northwestern Hospital and Allina Health United Hospital. He received his medical degree from University of Minnesota Medical School and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Charles A. Svendsen has expertise in treating bariatric surgery, among other conditions. Dr. Charles A. Svendsen accepts Medicare, Aetna, Humana, Blue Cross, United Healthcare.

3931 Louisiana Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55426

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Patrick Shabino, MD is a general surgery specialist in Minneapolis, MN and has over 6 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN / HOSPITAL AND CLINICS in 2017. He is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital. His areas of interest are surgical weight loss, hernia surgery, abdominal wall reconstruction, acid reflux surgery, gallbladder surgery and endoscopy.

6405 France Avenue South, Suite W440 Edina, MN 55435

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Luis E. Laguna is a general surgeon in Edina, Minnesota and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital and M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital. He received his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Luis E. Laguna has expertise in treating bariatric surgery, mastectomy, surgical removal of colon, among other conditions.

320 E Main St Crosby, MN 56441

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Andrew Loveitt, DO is a general surgery specialist in Crosby, MN and has over 11 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities Cuyuna Regional Medical Center - Crosby and Riverwood Healthcare Center. As the medical director of the Hernia Specialists of Minnesota, Dr. Loveitt continually advances his expertise in hernia repair. His interests in hernia repair include alternatives to traditional plastic mesh, robotic repair, and reconstruction of large abdominal wall hernias. Additionally, Dr. Loveitt trains other surgeons in robotic-assisted hernia repair techniques as a proctor.

320 E Main St, Crosby, MN

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Shawn A. Roberts is a general surgeon in Crosby, Minnesota and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Riverwood Healthcare Center and Cuyuna Regional Medical Center. He received his medical degree from University of Minnesota Medical School and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Shawn A. Roberts has expertise in treating colonoscopy, upper gi endoscopy, mastectomy.

320 E Main St, Crosby, MN

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Timothy LeMieur was born and raised in Little Falls, Minn. He graduated from St. John’s University in Collegeville, Minn. with a degree in Biology. Tim attended the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis with an emphasis in surgery, then completed his general surgery training at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis. Dr. LeMieur then joined the surgery staff at Crosby’s Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC) and Aitkin’s Riverwood Healthcare Center (RHC) in 1999. His surgical practice is varied, emphasizing flexible endoscopic, laparoscopic, and robotic surgeries.

420 Delaware Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Bariatric Surgeon
Daniel Leslie, MD, is a Professor and Chief of the Division of GI/Bariatric Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Minnesota, the system-wide Director of the Comprehensive Weight Management Program for University of Minnesota Health/Fairview, and the Medical Director for CentraCare Weight Management. He completed his medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, followed by a residency and fellowship in General Surgery and Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Minnesota.

705 Pleasant Ave S, Park Rapids, MN

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Daniel A. Smith is a general surgeon in Park Rapids, Minnesota and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes and CHI St. Joseph's Health-Park Rapids. He received his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Daniel A. Smith has expertise in treating colonoscopy, upper gi endoscopy, mastectomy, among other conditions.

111 Hundertmark Rd Ste 115N Chaska, MN 55318

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Jeffrey Baker, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Fridley, MN and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1987. He is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center. Dr. Baker has performed more than 3,000 bariatric surgical procedures over the course of his career including sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, gastric banding and revisional bariatric surgeries.

6600 France Ave S Ste 605 Edina, MN 55435

Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Lucian Panait, MD is a general surgery specialist in Edina, MN and has over 24 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ovidius University in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital and St. Francis Regional Medical Center. He is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery, and has leadership positions with prestigious surgical societies.

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Minnesota Weight Loss Surgery

Below, you will find our curated list of the best bariatric surgeons in Minnesota. Additionally, you may consider shifting your search to Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Our Selection Criteria:

Education

We value the best educational experience.

Experience

Extensive experience in general and bariatric surgery is a must.

Empathy

We look for candidates with the empathy necessary for handling the weight loss process.

Bariatric Surgery FAQs

The exact cost of bariatric surgery will vary depending on factors such as insurance coverage and the exact procedure involved. However, in general, bariatric surgery in Minnesota can range from $10,000 all the way to $50,000.

While many insurance providers will offer some form of coverage for weight loss surgery, this will depend on your specific provider.