Weight Loss Seattle | Surgical & Non-Surgical Programs

Weight Loss In Seattle

If you have not found any success with diet and exercise, Dr. Brian Sung can help you achieve lasting weight loss with a surgical, endoscopic, or medication-based program.

Dr. Sung is a double board-certified bariatric surgeon and offers personalized weight loss solutions in Seattle, Bellevue, and Kirkland, WA.

What Weight Loss Is Available In Seattle?

Weight loss programs can help you shed excess pounds to improve many metabolic conditions and your quality of life. Newvue offers the most modern bariatric surgical procedures and techniques, including:

Surgical Procedures

Non-surgical Procedures (Endoscopic Options)

Some patients may qualify for prescription weight loss medication that can be used alone or in combination with a weight loss procedure. Each option uses slightly different mechanisms to safely and effectively promote weight loss.

Dr. Sung has over two decades of experience and offers bariatric surgery, endoscopic weight loss, and prescription weight loss therapy in Seattle, Bellevue, and Kirkland, WA, to help you lose weight and improve your health. Book your consultation today.

What it is

A surgery or endoscopic procedure that is performed to help you reach a healthy weight.

Performed by

Dr. Sung is a double board-certified bariatric surgeon with 20 years of experience.

How it works

During a weight loss procedure, the size of your stomach is reduced, so you consume fewer calories, stay feeling full, and lose weight.

Recovery

Recovery from surgical procedures can take between three and six weeks depending on the complexity, and endoscopic procedures normally only take a few days.

Benefits Of Weight Loss Programs

Can help achieve significant, long-term weight loss when diet and exercise alone have not worked.

Helps reduce how hungry you get by changing how your stomach and hormones work.

The reduced capacity of your stomach reduces hunger and helps with portion control so you eat less and lose weight.

Can improve or eliminate obesity-related conditions like high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.

Helps improve mobility and your energy levels and can enhance your quality of life.

Can boost your confidence and your comfort as your weight decreases.

Provides a guided and medically supervised path to lose weight safely and effectively and maintain your results.

Seattle Bariatric Surgeon with Proven Expertise

Dr. Brian Sung, MD, FACS, FASMBS, DABOM

Dr. Sung has more than 20 years of experience as an expert in bariatric surgery and has over 3,000 procedures to his credit. He specializes in bariatric surgical procedures and endoscopic weight loss that help combat obesity and improve your health. He pioneered outpatient sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass at Swedish Medical Center and served as Washington’s Access to Care Representative, contributing to healthcare policy and legislation.

He is a member of:

American Board of Surgery
American Board of Obesity Medicine

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How Weight Loss Works

Weight loss can be facilitated in different ways depending on your specific circumstances. Depending on your current health, BMI (body mass index), and other determining factors, Dr. Sung will talk with you about your options for safe and effective weight loss.

You may be a good candidate for a surgery-free procedure like endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) or a gastric balloon. Surgery may be a more effective solution for some individuals, such as a gastric sleeve or gastric bypass. The details of how each weight loss technique works will vary by procedure and by the person.

Non-surgical procedure

If you undergo a non-surgical, endoscopic procedure, it usually takes between 30 minutes and an hour to perform.

Surgical Procedure

A surgical procedure can take anywhere from one hour to three hours.

Setting

Endoscopic procedures are normally done as an outpatient, and surgical procedures can be outpatient or may require a hospital stay.

Scarring

Surgical procedures will require incisions and normally will result in scarring, and endoscopic procedures are done from inside your stomach, do not use incisions, so there is no visible scarring.

Recovery

Recovery is normally around one to three days after an endoscopic procedure and can be three to eight weeks for surgery depending on the complexity.

How Much Does Weight Loss Cost In Seattle, WA?

The cost of a weight loss procedure in Seattle, WA, will depend on the exact technique used and the extent of your procedure. Insurance coverage or using a flexible spending account can also affect your out of pocket costs. During your personal consultation, we can provide you with the detailed costs of your specific weight loss procedure and plan.

We offer financing options to qualifying patients to help make weight loss more affordable and accessible.

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Why Choose Newvue Medical In Seattle

Experienced Specialist

Dr. Sung is a double board-certified bariatric surgeon with more than 20 years of experience performing bariatric surgery and endoscopic weight loss procedures.

Modern Techniques For Optimal Results

The combination of the latest advanced techniques and our years of experience provides you with the results you want while always putting your safety first.

Personalized Treatment

Your weight loss plan is designed and customized to fit your needs, circumstances, and goals to help you safely achieve sustainable weight loss and improve your health.

Excellent Patient Care

The Newvue Medical team provides the highest level of support and guidance from your first consultation through your recovery and beyond. We have been recognized locally for excellence and are trusted by patients in Bellevue, Kirkland, and the Seattle area.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know which weight loss option is right for me?

The best option depends on your BMI, health history, weight loss goals, and past attempts with diet or medication. Dr. Sung will review all of these during your consultation and recommend a plan that fits your needs and lifestyle.

How much weight can I expect to lose?

The amount of weight you can lose varies by procedure and by person. Gastric bypass or duodenal switch surgery normally leads to the most weight loss. People usually lose weight more gradually with endoscopic procedures and medications, but their results can be significant

What kind of diet will I need to follow after a weight loss procedure?

Most patients start with clear liquids, then slowly move to soft foods, and eventually transition to regular meals regardless of the type of weight loss procedure they had. Making permanent lifestyle changes, like prioritizing eating a healthy low-calorie diet, will be necessary to maintain your results.

Will I need to take vitamins after surgery?

Yes. Many weight loss procedures change how your body absorbs nutrients, so daily vitamins are usually required to prevent nutritional deficiencies.

How soon can I return to work after a weight loss procedure?

Many people who undergo endoscopic weight loss procedures can return to their jobs within a few days, while surgery may require a few weeks of recovery depending on the type of work you do.

Will there be visible scars after my weight loss surgery?

Yes. Surgical procedures may leave small visible scars that will gradually fade, but endoscopic procedures do not involve incisions at all, so there will be no visible scarring.

Weight Loss In Seattle, WA

Newvue Plastic Surgery

10047 Main St Ste 103, Bellevue, WA 98004 (425) 463-9883

Monday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Tuesday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Wednesday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Thursday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Friday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Newvue Dermatology Aesthetics Wellness

140 Central Way, Kirkland, WA 98033 (425) 842-0454

Monday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Tuesday: 8:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Wednesday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Thursday: 8:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Friday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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