Dr. Alex Fondaw, MD
Board certified general surgeon specializing in Bariatric and foregut surgery as well as comprehensive weight loss from lifestyle changes to medications to bariatric surgery.
Your Journey to Health Starts Here
Expert weight loss and surgical care tailored for you
Comprehensive Weight Loss
Personalized plans to help you shed pounds safely using the most up to date data and medications.
Experienced and specialized training in the full range of bariatric procedures and their pre- post-operative management, including revisions.
Anti-reflux procedures, hernias of all kinds, Gallbladders, Appendices, Breast, Colorectal, and lumps and bumps
Bariatric Surgery
General and Foregut Surgery
FAQs
What is a comprehensive weight loss center?
Few places can offer expertise in the full range of Weight loss management from lifestyle and diet, to medications including GLP-1s, as well as surgical options. There is a place for every one of these, and if you go somewhere that doesn't have the full range or understanding of all options, you may not be getting the best weight loss care you could.
Who qualifies for weight loss meds and surgery ?
Insurance coverage is a driver for many
For medical weight loss, insurance candidates usually have a BMI over 30 or over 27 with related health issues (comorbidities).
Bariatric surgery candidates usually have a BMI over 35 or over 30 with related health issues (comorbidities).
Comorbidities include: Type 2 Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Sleep Apnea, Heart disease, Fatty liver disease, arthritis, Reflux of GERD (bariatric surgery only)
How long is recovery time?
Recovery varies but most patients return to normal activities within two to four weeks, and back to a regular diet at 6 weeks.
Are there risks involved?
As with any surgery, risks exist but are minimized with expert care.
Bariatric surgery has become as safe or safer than most common surgeries, including gallbladder removal, appendix removal, and knee replacement
Are there non-insurance (cash pay) options?
Yes, we offer very competitive cash-pay pricing for our surgeries and medical management.
How do I schedule a consultation?
You can book a consultation through the website or call the office directly at 512-302-1210.
