When considering Weight Loss Surgery, one of the most common questions a patient faces is: Gastric Bypass vs. Gastric Sleeve: Which One Is Right for Me? At My New Body Obesity Centerwe have performed over 5000 of both procedures.

You should understand the similarities and differences between both types of bariatric procedures. When reviewing gastric bypass vs sleeve, there are a number of factors to consider:

What is the link between Bariatric Surgery and COVID-19? A study among patients who have undergone Weight Loss Surgery was conducted by the Cleveland Clinic. The results were published in the journal of Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases,  showing that patients with bariatric surgery have a significant lower risk of being hospitalized and intensive care unit admission, after being infected with COVID-19.