Blog

Lap Band Revision Options

Dr. Ricardo Bonnor, MD, FACS, FASMBS is a board-certified bariatric surgeon who has worked extensively with weight loss patients to understand their needs. He specializes in procedures that optimize digestive function for long-lasting results. Contact Texas Endosurgery Associates at (281) 579-5638 to learn more about how we can improve your […]

Read More

Experiencing Weight Regain?  

Are you underwhelmed by the results of your lap band surgery? You are not alone. Within the past several years, 20 to 30 percent  of lap band or gastric adjustable band patients didn’t think the procedure was worth the time and expense. Perhaps you are not achieving the results you […]

Read More

Gastric Sleeve Revision

Contents1 Sleeve Revision2 Gastric Restrictive Revision3 Eligible Candidates4 Private Consultation in Houston5 Preparation and Procedure6 Healthy Recovery and Aftercare7 Remarkable Results8 Revising a Sleeve to a Duodenal Switch9 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)10 References Sleeve Revision As the number of sleeve gastrectomies continues to rise in the United States and worldwide, […]

Read More

Sleeve Revision

Sleeve gastrectomy is the most popular bariatric surgery in North America. (1) And, though it is an effective surgical weight loss tool for many men and women who have obesity, the sleeve doesn’t work well for everyone. Medical literature shows a long-term failure rate for sleeves in the United States […]

Read More

Weight-Loss Surgery Recovery

Weight-Loss Surgery Recovery

Meet Dr. Ricardo Bonnor, MD, FACS, FASMBS, a highly skilled and board-certified surgeon dedicated to your well-being. For more information about bariatric procedures, or to schedule a consultation, please call (281) 579-5638. Contents1 Benefits of Bariatric Surgery2 About Bariatric Surgery Recovery2.1 What Will Happen Immediately After My Surgery?3 Post-PACU3.1 Wound […]

Read More

Boosting Fertility with Weight-Loss Surgery

Boosting Fertility with Weight-Loss Surgery

Weight-loss surgery is proven to have a positive impact on fertility for individuals struggling with obesity. Excess weight can have a significant effect on reproductive health and increase the risk of infertility. (1)  If you’ve been trying to conceive without success and are considering weight reduction interventions, Dr. Ricardo Bonnor, […]

Read More

Semaglutide (GLP-1) vs. Weight-Loss Surgery

For more information about bariatric surgery and your options, call Dr. Ricardo Bonnor, MD, FACS, FASMBS  in Houston at (281) 579-5638. Contents1 Solutions for Weight Management2 What is Semaglutide?3 Disadvantages of Semaglutide4 What are “Ozempic Face” and “Ozempic Body”?5 Is Semaglutide Right for Me?6 Benefits of Weight-Loss Surgery7 Am I […]

Read More

Weight Regain After Sleeve Gastrectomy

Contents1 Weight Regain After Sleeve Gastrectomy? 2 Candidates and Evaluation for a Sleeve Revision 3 Sleeve Revision  4 Recovery  4.1 How to Maintain Weight Loss 5 Cost of a Sleeve Gastrectomy Revision in Houston 6 Commonly Asked Questions (FAQ) 7 References Weight Regain After Sleeve Gastrectomy?  Anatomically, weight regain can be caused by gastric dilatation in part […]

Read More

“Sleeve it and Tuck it” -Tummy Tuck after Sleeve Gastrectomy.

To discuss post-weight loss surgery body contouring, call Texas Surgical Arts in Houston to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ricardo Bonnor M.D., F.A.C.S. Get started today by calling his Houston practice at (281) 579-5638, or fill out a contact form, and a member of his team will get back to […]

Read More

Impact of Weight Loss Surgery on Diabetes

At Texas Endosurgery Associates in Houston, we understand the profound impact that diabetes can have on one’s quality of life. That is why Dr. Ricardo Bonnor, MD, FACS, FASMBS, and our team are dedicated to providing surgical solutions to help patients more effectively manage their diabetes and achieve long-term weight […]

Read More