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Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery

Experience life-changing weight loss and relief from diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea. With over 22 years of expertise, we provide personalized care and lifetime support for lasting results..

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Get off your meds!

The day after surgery you will be taken off your blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol medication. Most patients are able to remain off these medications for their lifetime.

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About Us

At MGB Surgery, we specialize in the transformative Mini-Gastric Bypass procedure, a groundbreaking weight loss surgery designed to help individuals suffering from obesity and related health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea. With over 22 years of experience, our lead surgeon Dr. David E. Hargroder [ Link to bio page ] is one of the most experienced practitioners of this procedure in the U.S., having trained directly with Dr. Robert Rutledge, the procedure’s creator.

We pride ourselves on offering personalized care, providing patients with direct access to our surgeon and a dedicated, compassionate team. From initial consultations to lifetime follow-up care, we are committed to ensuring that each patient achieves their health goals and improves their quality of life. Our patients come from all over the country, choosing us not only for our surgical expertise but for the family-like environment we cultivate.

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Our Services

Experience life-changing weight loss and relief from diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea. With over 22 years of expertise, we provide personalized care and lifetime support for lasting results..

Most Experienced Surgeons

With over 22 years of experience, MGB Surgery is led by one of the earliest adopters of the Mini-Gastric Bypass (MGB) procedure, trained directly by Dr. Robert Rutledge, the creator of the surgery.

Exclusive Procedure

One of only a few clinics in the U.S. offering the Mini-Gastric Bypass, a quicker and less invasive surgery compared to traditional options like Roux-en-Y.

Specialized Bariatric Surgery

Focuses solely on Mini-Gastric Bypass, designed for significant weight loss and resolving obesity-related conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea.

Tailored Patient Care

Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan based on their health conditions and weight loss goals, ensuring a highly tailored experience.

Effective for Health Conditions

Patients experience a rapid improvement or resolution of obesity-related comorbidities like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and joint pain, improving overall quality of life.

High Success Rate

On average, patients lose a significant percentage of their excess body weight, with many reporting long-term weight loss and health improvements.

45-Minute Surgery

The Mini-Gastric Bypass typically takes just 30 to 45 minutes, a fraction of the time required for other bariatric surgeries.

Minimal Hospital Stay

Most patients only need an overnight stay after surgery, with a rapid recovery and minimal downtime.

Lifetime Care

MGB Surgery provides free lifetime follow-up care, ensuring ongoing support through regular check-ups, advice, and consultations after the surgery.

Personal Surgeon Access

Patients receive the surgeon’s personal phone number for direct access, demonstrating a high level of commitment to patient care.

Serving Patients Nationwide

Although based in Carthage, Missouri, patients travel from all across the U.S. to receive the comprehensive remote pre-surgery consultations, support, and personalized care that comes with our practice.

Remote Pre-Op and Post-Op Services

From initial consultations to follow-up care, most interactions are conducted via phone or internet, making the process convenient for out-of-state patients.

Close-Knit Team

The MGB Surgery staff consists of a small, dedicated team that builds close relationships with patients, providing a family-like atmosphere and personalized care.

Patient Support Network

New patients are given the opportunity to connect with former patients, creating a strong support community.

Self-Pay Bariatric Surgery

MGB Surgery operates on a self-pay model, offering competitive pricing for those without insurance, with financing options available for qualified candidates.

Revision Surgery

MGB Surgery is able to convert prior lap band or gastric sleeve patients to mini gastric bypass

Informative Webinar

An hour-long on-demand webinar provides prospective patients with detailed information about the procedure and its benefits, followed by a call to action to contact the team for next steps.  View our FREE Webinar

Patient Education

Patients are educated on the stages of recovery, dietary requirements, and how to maintain long-term success post-surgery.

Testimonial

Our clients consistently express their joy in working with us, praising our dedication and personalized approach that truly transforms their lives.

"Dr. Hargroder is a very caring doctor! He is concerned about your whole self, not just doing your surgery. I had mine done in 2010. I lost 141 pounds and have not taken any diabetic or high blood pressure medicine since! I do not need them anymore! I am active and feel great! Wish I had done this sooner!""

Jeanette Carpenter

“Dr. Hargroder has much compassion and care for his patients. After researching the different weight loss surgeries it was my only choice to have the Mini-Gastric Bypass surgery. My only regret was not having this surgery sooner.”

Sharon Anderson

“Everyone with Dr Hargroder is wonderful. Had surgery Jan 6, 2021 and am doing great so far. My 3 month labs are much improved and off my blood pressure medicine. Glad I made this decision.”

Amy Hamann

“No hype. No pressure. And no doubt: life-changing. My MGB was Nov 2014. Only wish I had done it years earlier. On a personal note: David Hargroder is not only an outstanding surgeon, he's genuinely patient-centered. Not just a great doctor, but one of the finest people I know. You'll never know unless you at least take that first step.”

Tom Lawson

“Dr. H is amazing. I researched all options. Truly the best decision I have ever made for my health and well-being.”

Stacie Stickney Williams

“I am 39 and in just 5 months post op I’m in the best health in the past 15-17 years. Thanks Dr. H.”

Terry Aslinger

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