Denver Bariatrics: Transforming Lives Through Expert Weight Loss Care

Life Changing Weight Loss Care Designated a Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, our elite group of surgeons, physicians and support staff work in unison, creating individualized plans that consider your unique health needs. Whether you’re interested in the most advanced surgical procedures or nonsurgical weight loss options, Denver Bariatrics provides complete care to ensure you achieve lasting health.

Bariatric Procedures Offered

• Gastric Sleeve

• Gastric Bypass

• Duodenal Switch

• OAGB/Mini Gastric Bypass

• Bariatric Revisions

• Balloon Non-Surgical Procedures

Other Services & Facilities

Denver Bariatrics offers a complete approach to weight loss that goes beyond surgery. Addressing patients’ physical, nutritional and emotional needs, Denver Bariatrics offer the following additional services and facilities:

• Medical Weight Loss Program

• Nutritional Counseling

• Support Groups

• Financing Options

• Patient Porta

• State-of-the-Art Facilities

Staff or Team

• Michael A. Snyder, MD:– Since 2002, Dr. Snyder has performed more than 8,000 bariatric surgeries. He’s a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Snyder is the only surgeon in the region performing Mini-Gastric Bypass

• Matthew A. Metz, MD: Dr. Metz is a board certified bariatric surgeon and Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at The Aurora Medical Center. He has conducted thousands of surgeries during his career. Dr. Metz was the first surgeon in the region to offer laparoscopic loop duodenal switch and is also proficient in robotic surgery.

• Frank H. Chae, MD: Dr. Chae has performed more than 7,000 surgeries and brings 20 years of experience to Sky Ridge. He was the first surgeon to perform laparoscopic bariatric surgery in Denver. He was serves as Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge and a clinical assistant professor at the University of Colorado

• John S. Weaver, MD: As the leader of our Balloon Non-Surgical Procedures program, John Weaver, M.D. provides patients non-invasive weight loss options, allowing them to lose weight without having surgery.

• Rachel L. Moore, MD: Board-certified in obesity medicine and surgery.

Location & Contact Details

Denver Bariatrics operates three conveniently located offices to serve patients across the region:

• Arvada Office: 9950 W 80th Ave. Suite 24, Arvada, CO 80005

• Boulder Office: 5495 Arapahoe Ave Ste 100, Boulder, CO

• Colorado Springs Office: 6965 Tutt Blvd. Suite 200, Colorado Springs, CO 80923

Phone: (303) 280-0900

Pricing

The cost of weight loss surgery and bariatric procedures at Denver Bariatrics depends on a number of factors, including procedure, patient, and insurance coverage. For example, weight loss surgeries like gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy may vary widely from non-surgical weight loss services like the balloon procedure, which typically is not covered by insurance.