Gastric Bypass Surgery in the Rio Grande Valley
Struggling with long-term weight loss? Our team atHarlingen Bariatrics offers gastric bypass surgery to help patients in the Rio Grande Valley lose significant weight and improve health outcomes—with local care you can trust.
What Is Gastric Bypass Surgery?
Gastric bypass, or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, is a surgical weight loss procedure that reduces the size of your stomach and reroutes your digestive system to limit food intake and calorie absorption. It is ideal for patients with obesity-related conditions such as:
Type 2 diabetes
Sleep apnea
High blood pressure
Joint pain
Why Choose Harlingen Bariatrics?
Located in Harlingen and serving the entire RGV
Experienced, compassionate surgical team
Insurance approval assistance
Post-op coaching and long-term support
Bilingual staff available
Cost of Gastric Bypass Surgery in the Valley
The total cost of gastric bypass in South Texas starts $5,000+ depending on:
Your insurance coverage
Surgeon and facility fees
Pre-op and post-op care
What to Expect Before and After Surgery
Before Surgery:
Full medical evaluation
Insurance approval assistance
Nutritional guidance
Education on what to expect
After Surgery:
1–2 days in the hospital
Return to light activity in 2–3 weeks
Full recovery in 4–6 weeks
Long-term follow-up with our Harlingen team
Real Results, Local Support
“After gastric bypass, I’ve lost over 120 pounds and reversed my diabetes. The care I received here in Harlingen was beyond what I expected.”
– Jorge R., McAllen, TX