Heath Smith Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS

Dr. Heath Smith, Bariatric Surgeon Heath Smith, MD, FACS is a dedicated, board-certified general and bariatric surgeon at My Bariatric Solutions in Decatur, Texas. From a young age, he knew that he wanted to become a surgeon and even participated in his first surgical case at 17 years of age. After high school, he received his undergraduate degree at Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, and went on to earn his medical degree from Texas A&M Health Science Center. Dr. Smith completed his residency at Virginia Tech Carilion, Roanoke, Virginia where he was awarded Resident and Fellow of the Month for his outstanding work, bedside manner, care, and compassion. Dr. Smith is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). His multifaceted expertise includes treatment for conditions such as advanced laparoscopy, bariatric surgery, colonoscopy, complex hernia surgery, colorectal surgery and procedures, diagnostic and therapeutic breast surgery, appendectomy, inflammatory bowel disease, surgical oncology, gallbladder surgery, thyroid surgery and trauma/critical care. Weight Loss Surgery with Dr. Heath Smith My patients deserve a physician and surgeon that treats them with compassion and understanding, will listen to them and treat them with respect and dignity. -Dr. Smith. Dr. Smith chose the field of bariatric surgery because of the vast benefits of the surgery. He is passionate about weight loss surgery because it allows the patient to look and feel better, and treats a multitude of comorbidities including diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and obstructive sleep apnea. It is rewarding to Dr. Smith when weight loss surgery patients are most likely completely off all medications that they needed before surgery. Dr. Smith is committed to caring and compassionate patient care. He is dedicated to patients and gives his time, even on Saturdays, for surgical consultations and support and education. He is committed to making sure that no patient gets left behind and that their needs are addressed and cared for. He is experienced in performing the Roux-en-Y (RNY) Gastric Bypass, Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG), LAP-BAND, and weight loss surgery revisions. He also offers the Orbera Intragastric Balloon which is a non-surgical procedure. Bariatric Surgery in Texas Dr. Smith and My Bariatric Solutions team offer a specialized multi-disciplinary approach working with patients on an individual basis providing education and support needed for successful long-term weight loss. Using state-of-the-art equipment and the very latest in surgical techniques, Dr. Smith and his team are dedicated to patient safety and compassionate care. If you are considering weight loss surgery, you can start your journey by watching our free online seminar or call us at (940) 249-9009 (Decatur), (817) 422-5570 (Fort Worth/Alliance Weight Loss Clinic), or (254) 400-2943 (Waco) to schedule a consultation. We look forward to meeting you!

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