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People who are severely obese are at high risk of developing serious health conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, orthopedic problems and sleep apnea. Unfortunately, traditional diets have poor success rates among those who are significantly overweight (100 pounds or more, or twice their ideal body weight).

The alternative is weight loss surgery – which is safer and less invasive than ever before. UC Irvine Healthcare’s bariatric surgery services offers individuals in Orange County and surrounding communities the latest options for people contemplating surgery. Our team specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic approaches to bariatric surgery, including the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and the LAP-BAND® techniques.

The bariatric surgery program at UC Irvine has been accredited as a Level 1a Bariatric Center by the American College of Surgeons Bariatric Surgery Center Network. The accreditation demonstrates that UC Irvine has the resources to successfully further surgical education and provide high-quality care to patients with greater opportunities for safe and effective outcomes.