G. Brent Sorensen Bariatric Surgeon M.D.

  Dr. Sorensen became interested in bariatrics during his surgical residency. He trained with pioneers in the field of laparoscopic bariatrics Stephen Scott, M.D., and Roger De La Torre, M.D..  He then did a fellowship in advanced laparoscopy and bariatrics.   Dr. Sorensen performs gastric banding, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy and duodenal switch procedures. He also performs other minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures. Since joining Saint Luke's, he has introduced techniques to improve bariatric patient care and outcomes.   Dr. Sorensen is a board certified general surgeon and a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES). He also serves as an associate professor of surgery for the University of Missouri–Kansas City.