Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery

Is it Safe to Have Weight Loss Surgery?

Dr. Jason F. Moy
Dr. Brian T. Chin
Daniel Roman
July 1, 2020
Is it Safe to Have Weight Loss Surgery?

Commonly asked questions for a Bariatric Surgeon, Dr. Brian Chin.

Dr. Brian Chin practices advanced laparoscopic, bariatric, and general surgery at BASS Medical Group’s Walnut Creek and Brentwood offices.

Dr. Chin earned his medical degree at the University of Michigan Medical School, then returned to California for his surgery residency at the University of California at San Diego, where he won the Department of Medicine’s Halasz Award for surgical consultation and the Department of Surgery’s Chairman’s Prize for teaching and service excellence. Additionally, he served as administrative chief resident.

Following residency, Dr. Chin completed a fellowship in bariatric and advanced laparoscopic surgery at the University of California at San Francisco, working alongside world-renowned leaders at the forefront of laparoscopic surgery.

Read his full bio here

Video Transcript

Is weight loss surgery safe? Weight loss surgery has become very safe over the past 20 years, particularly with the advancements in minimally invasive surgical techniques. The risk of complications today, after weight loss surgery is very low, and the risk of death is almost unheard of today. I'm Dr. Brian Chin, thanks for listening. If you would like to learn more about me or Bass Medical Group, please visit us online at BASS Bariatric Surgery Center or check us out on YouTube.

The Best Bariatric Care in California

BASS Bariatric Surgery Center and Dr. Brian T. Chin offers some of the best bariatric care in northern California. Our team is ready to make you as comfortable as possible during your recovery from your surgery. If you are interested in gastric bypass surgery and want to know more, contact our expert bariatric surgeons to find out if this surgery is right for you.

About The Author

Daniel Roman, Content Writer

Daniel Roman is a Digital Content Writer at BASS Medical Group. He received his Masters in Journalism from UC Berkeley in 2021. Daniel has published multiple newspaper articles covering public health issues. His latest was a magazine cover story on pandemics and diseases that he co-wrote with Dr. Elena Conis, a historian of medicine, public health, and the environment.

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Ozempic vs. Bariatric Surgery: Key Differences

Feature
Ozempic (Semaglutide)
Bariatric Surgery
Mechanism of Action
Appetite suppression, slowed gastric emptying
Restriction, malabsorption, hormonal changes
Invasive/Non-Invasive
Non-invasive (injection)
Invasive (surgery)
Expected Weight Loss
15-20% of body weight
40-70% of excess weight
Duration of Treatment
Ongoing (weekly injection)
One-time procedure
Reversibility
Yes
Varies (some procedures reversible)
Cost
Lower initial cost, ongoing medication expense
Higher initial cost, potential long-term savings
Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation
Surgical risks, nutritional deficiencies, digestive issues

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