Patrick Chiasson, MD, MA, FACS
Tucson Weight Loss Surgeon
Minimally Invasive Surgery Specialist performing Laparoscopic Bariatric surgery, Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty, and Hiatal Hernia / LINX procedures.
Ready for a Fresh Start? It’s time to take Control.
Patrick Chiasson, MD, MA, FACS
Tucson Weight Loss Surgeon
Minimally Invasive Surgery Specialist performing Laparoscopic Bariatric surgery, Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty, and Hiatal Hernia / LINX procedures.
Ready for a Fresh Start? It’s time to take Control.
42% OF THE U.S. POPULATION HAS OBESITY.
1 in 5 adults suffers from Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Fighting A Modern Day Epidemic
According to a recent New England Journal of Medicine article, 50% of American adults will have Class I obesity (defined as being 50 lbs overweight) by the year 2030. We now understand that obesity is associated with multiple medical conditions such as GERD, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Dr. Chiasson has championed cutting-edge, minimally invasive surgical procedures throughout his career to give people a fighting chance at saving their lives.
DISEASES TREATED BY DR. CHIASSON
Dr. Patrick Chiasson, the premier Tucson Weight Loss Surgeon, treats a number of digestive diseases, each with a minimally invasive technique that lends to faster recovery and less scar tissue. Each of the digestive disorders shown below is a serious condition and requires immediate attention. Understanding there is a period of time to educate oneself prior to taking the leap and setting an appointment, we want to provide you with as much useful information as possible. Click on the conditions below to learn even more.
Dr. Chiasson strongly believes in the importance of providing service to all members of our diverse community.
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ENDO-BARIATRIC PROCEDURES
ORBERA INTRA-GASTRIC BALLOON
SLEEVE GASTROPLASTY
REVISION PROCEDURES
SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY (VSG)
GASTRIC BYPASS (GBP)
SINGLE ANASTOMOSIS DUODENAL SWITCH
REVISION PROCEDURES
HIATAL HERNIA
TRANSORAL INCISIONLESS FUNDOPLICATION
LINX PROCEDURE
FUNDOPLICATION
The fundoplication is a procedure that decreases heartburn by partially re-enforcing the muscle/sphincter that separates the stomach from the esophagus in patients who have a poorly functioning esophagus.
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ENDOSCOPIC SLEEVE GASTROPLASTY (ESG)
Tucson Bariatric Surgeon, Dr. Patrick Chiasson, believes that the newly evolving field of Endo-Bariatrics is poised to play a significant role in the management of obesity.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently authorized the “Apollo ESGTM System” to perform this groundbreaking procedure. ESG is an endoscopic weight loss procedure involving a small suturing device attached to the end of a GI endoscope. The endoscopist uses the suturing device to reduce the size of the stomach from the inside significantly. The procedure involves no incisions or scars and does not remove any of the stomach.
Over 25,000 patients have undergone the Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) procedure worldwide, and there is ample published evidence that the weight loss effects of the procedure are long-lasting. The ESG is indicated for adult patients with obesity who have not been able to lose weight or maintain weight loss through more conservative methods. “I feel that this procedure will help to bridge the treatment gap for individuals who are fearful of invasive bariatric surgery.” Read More
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REAL LIFE-CHANGING RESULTS
Dr. Chiasson, your experienced non-invasive Tucson Weight Loss Surgeon and Foregut Surgeon is committed to educating the public about the very real outcomes that come with digestive disorders and diseases. He has attracted an entire community of people that come from all over the country to take action and fight for their lives.
G.M.
I checked the Internet for area surgeons that specialized in GERD-related issues and, after thoroughly vetting each of the doctors listed, made an appointment to meet with Dr. Patrick Chiasson. During my initial visit Dr. Chiasson listened carefully to my concerns and took the time to discuss the best available options that could manage and hopefully resolve my condition. After discussing options with Dr. Chiasson I was interested in learning more about the Linx Reflux Management System. Dr. Chiasson demonstrated the simple device made of interlinked titanium beads and explained that it is installed at the junction of the esophagus and the stomach through a minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure. As an engineer I was intrigued by the device’s simplicity of design and its significant record of proven effectiveness. After some additional study of the Linx Reflux Management System I advised Dr. Chiasson that I would like to move forward with the procedure.
Over the next three weeks I underwent several tests designed to determine the severity of my condition and to generate data that would be used to determine if the Linx Reflux Management System was appropriate for me. After the test results were reviewed I was scheduled for surgery. From the minute I entered the Northwest Medical Center I was provided with immediate attention and care. The in-processing procedure was quick and efficient and within a very short time I was taken back to the pre-op area. Once again the professional staff was efficient and attentive and through their professionalism and humor placed me at ease. I obviously don’t have any memory of what happened next, but when I awoke I was taken to my room where at team of caring professionals assured that I received all the attention and care that I needed. The next morning I was discharged and was able to complete my short recovery at home.
Today marks two months since my surgery and I can honestly say that my life has changed for the better. The proton pump inhibitor medications that I had been taking for the past five years are no longer needed. I have not taken any medication since my surgery and I have not experienced even one episode of pain or discomfort that was a daily occurrence prior to my surgery.
Dr. Chiasson and his team provided me with an opportunity to enjoy the rest of my life without pain and without medication. His staff is friendly, knowledgeable and professional and always greeted me with a smile. I would like to thank Dr. Chiasson for his skill and compassion for his profession. I fully endorse Dr. Chiasson for anyone who needs relief from recurrent pain.”
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In 2016, more than 1.9 billion adults, 18 years and older, were overweight. Of these over 650 million were obese. You are not alone and you do not need to feel any less of a person if you are overweight or obese. Take action now and increase your quality of life with Dr. Patrick Chiasson, the leading Tucson Bariatric Surgeon.