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Dr. Michel Gagner heads our surgical talent as one of the world’s most preeminent experts in minimally invasive weight-loss surgery. Dr. Gagner pioneered the use of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, also known as gastric sleeve surgery. Clinique Michel Gagner is here to guide you through this life-changing process.
Clinique Michel Gagner is here to support and encourage you in your weight-loss journey. We invite you to learn about our treatment methods for weight loss and complete our questionnaire by clicking Become a Patient. For current patients, you may access our Patient Resources to better inform your surgical journey.
Bariatric surgery is recommended only for patients suffering from severe chronic obesity. This is a condition that is often difficult, if not impossible, to treat with diet and exercise alone.
Bariatric surgery is generally performed on patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than or equal to 35 kg/m2, or about 100 pounds over their normal weight. In some cases, the procedure is recommended for patients with a lower BMI if they have health conditions that include hypertension, diabetes, asthma, or sleep apnea.
Knowing your BMI can help screen any weight-associated health problems you may be at risk for. You can use this calculator to determine your BMI; however, we recommend an official diagnosis with one of our top surgeons.
What should you do if your BMI is above normal? Talk to your healthcare provider about achieving a healthier weight, or request an appointment with us by completing our questionnaire.
Clinique Michel Gagner specializes in bariatric surgery, and we also provide a suite of general surgery procedures. We believe our team of preeminent experts offer the best surgical outcome as pioneers in weight-loss surgery. Along with a multi-disciplinary support staff we build strong relationships and work with our patients to ensure an everlasting progressive treatment to obesity.
Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
A laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a less invasive surgery that reduces stomach volume with the remaining section left in the shape of a sleeve.
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
A laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass consists of creating a small pouch from the stomach (constraining food intake), which is connected directly to the small intestine.
Mini Gastric Bypass
A mini gastric bypass (MGB) provides the dual action of gastric reduction and intestinal malabsorption. The mini version of the gastric bypass involves less intestinal rerouting and a shorter overall surgery time.
Duodenal Switch
The end product of a duodenal switch is two intestinal limbs. It combines a sleeve gastrectomy with an intestinal bypass. It is most effective for Type 2 diabetes. However, nutrient absorption is limited within the lower intestines.
Single Anastomosis Duodenal Switch
A single anastomosis duodenal switch (SADS) reduces bowel movement frequency as well as produces fewer side effects and vitamin deficiencies.
Revisions Surgeries
With all the years of experience Dr. Gagner has accumulated, it is no wonder he is one of the world’s renowned experts in highly complex bariatric surgery revision procedures. Dr. Gagner can accommodate most patient cases. Once he has a chance to learn the peculiarities of a case, he can advise on the best course of action.
Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
A laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a less invasive surgery that reduces stomach volume with the remaining section left in the shape of a sleeve.
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
A laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass consists of creating a small pouch from the stomach (constraining food intake), which is connected directly to the small intestine.
Mini Gastric Bypass
A mini gastric bypass (MGB) provides the dual action of gastric reduction and intestinal malabsorption. The mini version of the gastric bypass involves less intestinal rerouting and a shorter overall surgery time.
Duodenal Switch
The end product of a duodenal switch is two intestinal limbs. It combines a sleeve gastrectomy with an intestinal bypass. It is most effective for Type 2 diabetes. However, nutrient absorption is limited within the lower intestines.
Single Anastomosis Duodenal Switch
A single anastomosis duodenal switch (SADS) reduces bowel movement frequency as well as produces fewer side effects and vitamin deficiencies.
Revisions Surgeries
With all the years of experience Dr. Gagner has accumulated, it is no wonder he is one of the world’s renowned experts in highly complex bariatric surgery revision procedures. Dr. Gagner can accommodate most patient cases. Once he has a chance to learn the peculiarities of a case, he can advise on the best course of action.
