My Bariatric Solutions

Weight Loss Clinic in Fort Worth, Texas

Call (817) 422-55703100 N Tarrant Pkwy, Ste 100, Fort Worth, TX 76177

5 (1 reviews)

About My Bariatric Solutions

My Bariatric Solutions in Fort Worth is a weight loss center focused on bariatric care, offering support for both surgical and non-surgical patients working toward significant weight reduction. The clinic serves patients across the Fort Worth metro who are dealing with obesity and the health conditions that come with it. The team includes bariatric-experienced clinical staff who understand the complexity of treating patients with high BMI and related comorbidities.

The clinic has built a reputation around personalized care rather than a cookie-cutter program. That matters in bariatric medicine, where patients come in with very different histories, health profiles, and previous experiences with weight loss. Staff here tend to spend more time with patients than you'd find at a general weight loss center, which is reflected in the clinic's consistently strong patient ratings.

Services Offered

My Bariatric Solutions provides comprehensive support for patients considering or recovering from bariatric surgery, including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and adjustable gastric banding procedures. Pre-surgical consultations cover candidacy assessment, surgical risk evaluation, and insurance pre-authorization support for qualifying patients. For patients who want to avoid surgery or who aren't yet surgical candidates, the clinic offers medically supervised non-surgical weight loss programs. These include physician-directed dietary intervention, behavioral counseling, and prescription weight loss medications for appropriate patients. Post-surgical support is a major part of what the clinic does. Bariatric surgery changes how your body absorbs nutrients, and long-term success depends heavily on ongoing monitoring and dietary adjustment. The clinic provides follow-up care that tracks nutritional status, body composition, and weight trajectory well past the initial post-operative period. The team also offers nutritional counseling as a standalone service for patients who've had bariatric surgery elsewhere and need support managing their diet and supplementation. This fills a real gap, since not every bariatric surgery center provides robust long-term follow-up.

Weight Loss Centers

Treatment Options

Bariatric Surgery Consultation and Pre-Surgical Program

Comprehensive evaluation for gastric sleeve, bypass, or banding candidacy, including psychological screening, nutritional prep, and insurance pre-authorization support.

3 to 6 months pre-operative processVaries by insurance; self-pay surgical costs from $10,000 to $25,000

Non-Surgical Medically Supervised Weight Loss

Physician-directed program using dietary intervention, behavioral support, and prescription medications for patients who aren't surgical candidates or prefer a non-surgical path.

6 to 12 months$150 to $300 per month

Post-Bariatric Surgery Follow-Up Care

Ongoing monitoring of nutritional status, body composition, and weight trajectory for patients who've had bariatric surgery, including lab work and dietary adjustment.

Ongoing, especially intensive in first year post-surgery$75 to $150 per visit depending on services

Nutritional Counseling for Bariatric Patients

Standalone counseling sessions for post-surgical patients managing supplementation, dietary restrictions, and eating behavior changes specific to bariatric anatomy.

As needed$80 to $150 per session

What to Expect

The initial consultation at My Bariatric Solutions involves a thorough review of your health history, weight history, and weight loss goals. If you're interested in surgery, the physician will assess your BMI, comorbidities, and overall surgical candidacy. If you're pursuing a non-surgical approach, this visit establishes your baseline and sets the direction for your program.

For surgical patients, the pre-operative process typically includes psychological evaluation, nutritional counseling, and a medically supervised pre-surgical diet. The timeline varies depending on insurance requirements and individual readiness. The clinic helps coordinate this process, including insurance documentation and pre-authorization.

Post-surgery, the follow-up schedule is frequent in the first year, then tapers as you stabilize. Regular labs track nutritional markers like vitamin B12, iron, calcium, and vitamin D, which are commonly affected by bariatric surgery. Adjustments to supplementation and diet are made based on your results.

Non-surgical patients follow a similarly structured process with regular physician oversight, though the cadence looks more like a standard medical weight loss program.

Why Choose My Bariatric Solutions

Bariatric-specific expertise is the clearest reason to choose this clinic over a general weight loss center. The staff has experience managing the particular challenges that come with high-BMI patients and post-surgical care, including nutritional deficiencies, dumping syndrome, and weight regain after surgery. That specialized background makes a real difference in the quality of follow-up care.

The clinic's willingness to work with patients who've had surgery elsewhere is also significant. Many people find that their original surgical center doesn't provide adequate long-term support, and having a local clinic that can step in and provide ongoing monitoring is genuinely useful.

For patients exploring surgery, the pre-surgical process here is thorough. Being properly evaluated and prepared reduces complications and improves outcomes, so the time spent on pre-operative work is worth it.

The five-star patient rating reflects consistent positive experiences, which suggests the staff is responsive and takes patient concerns seriously. That kind of track record matters when you're making a significant health decision.

Insurance & Pricing

Many major insurance plans cover bariatric surgery when specific clinical criteria are met, including BMI thresholds and documented comorbidities. My Bariatric Solutions can help patients navigate the pre-authorization process and understand what their plan requires. Coverage for non-surgical programs and follow-up care varies widely by insurer.

For uninsured patients or those whose plans don't cover bariatric care, the clinic offers self-pay options. Surgical costs can be substantial, so asking about financing options during your consultation is worthwhile. Non-surgical program fees are typically lower and more manageable on a monthly basis.

First-Time Patient Tips

If you're considering bariatric surgery, go into your first consultation with realistic expectations about the timeline. Insurance pre-authorization alone can take several months, and the pre-operative preparation period adds more time. Understanding this upfront prevents frustration down the road.

Bring a full list of your current medications and supplements to every appointment. Bariatric surgery affects drug absorption, and your prescriptions may need to be reformulated or switched after surgery.

Don't skip post-operative follow-up appointments even if you're feeling good and losing weight well. Nutritional deficiencies often develop gradually and don't cause obvious symptoms until they're significant. Regular lab work catches these problems early.

If you're coming in for non-surgical weight loss, be upfront about past attempts and what hasn't worked. The more the clinical staff understands your history, the better they can avoid recommending approaches that have already failed you.

Pros & Cons

Advantages

The clinic's bariatric specialty means staff genuinely understand the medical complexity of high-BMI patients and post-surgical care.
Accepting patients who had surgery elsewhere fills an important gap for people who didn't get adequate follow-up care from their original surgical center.
The clinic can help navigate insurance pre-authorization for surgical patients, which is a time-consuming and confusing process to do on your own.

Things to Consider

Bariatric surgery is a major, irreversible procedure, and patients should take time to fully understand the long-term lifestyle changes it requires before committing.
Wait times and pre-authorization timelines can extend the process considerably for patients who are ready to move quickly.

Service Area

My Bariatric Solutions serves the greater Fort Worth area, including Arlington, Keller, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, North Richland Hills, and surrounding Tarrant County communities. The clinic's Fort Worth location makes it a practical option for patients across the mid-cities corridor and western portions of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro. Patients from smaller surrounding towns also travel in for bariatric-specific care.

Local Insight

Fort Worth is a large, diverse city with a wide range of income levels and healthcare access. Obesity rates in Tarrant County track close to the Texas statewide average, which is consistently among the highest in the country. That context makes bariatric care both necessary and in high demand locally. The clinic serves a patient population that reflects the city's diversity, and staff experience with varied patient backgrounds shows in how care is delivered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be considering surgery to come to My Bariatric Solutions?

No. The clinic offers non-surgical weight loss programs for patients who want medical oversight without pursuing surgery. You don't need to be a surgical candidate to get care here.

Can I come here if I already had bariatric surgery somewhere else?

Yes, the clinic accepts patients who had surgery at other centers and need ongoing follow-up care, nutritional support, or help managing weight regain. This is actually a common reason people seek out bariatric-specific clinics after their original provider stops providing long-term support.

How do I know if I'm a candidate for bariatric surgery?

General criteria include a BMI over 40, or a BMI over 35 with obesity-related health conditions like type 2 diabetes or sleep apnea. The clinic does a full evaluation to assess candidacy, which includes both medical and psychological components.

Will my insurance cover bariatric surgery?

Many major insurance plans do cover bariatric surgery when you meet the clinical criteria and complete required pre-operative steps. The specifics vary a lot by plan. The clinic can help you understand what your insurance requires and assist with the pre-authorization process.

What's the difference between gastric sleeve and gastric bypass?

Gastric sleeve removes a portion of the stomach to reduce its capacity, while gastric bypass reroutes part of the digestive tract in addition to reducing stomach size. Bypass typically produces greater weight loss but also carries a higher risk of nutritional deficiencies. The physician will walk through the tradeoffs based on your specific situation.

How long does the pre-surgical process take?

It varies depending on your insurance requirements and how quickly you complete the required steps, but most patients should plan for three to six months from initial consultation to surgery. Some insurance plans require a documented supervised diet period of several months before approving surgery.

What nutritional supplements do I need after bariatric surgery?

Most bariatric patients need to take a bariatric-formulated multivitamin, calcium citrate, vitamin D, and vitamin B12 for life after surgery. The specific regimen depends on which procedure you had. The clinic monitors your labs regularly and adjusts your supplement protocol based on what your bloodwork shows.

What happens if I regain weight after surgery?

Some regain is normal, but significant weight regain after bariatric surgery is usually addressable. The clinic can evaluate whether dietary habits, behavioral factors, or anatomical issues are contributing and recommend an appropriate response. Coming in early when you notice regain gives you more options than waiting until it becomes severe.