Leaders in Surgical Care
Leaders in Surgical Care
At Mountain View Surgical’s Lone Tree office, our board-certified surgeons provide bariatric surgery for patients across Lone Tree and the surrounding South Denver communities. Weight-loss surgery is a proven, lasting tool when diet and exercise alone haven’t worked. You’ll be cared for by the same trusted surgical group that serves the whole south metro, close to home near Sky Ridge Medical Center in the Park Meadows area.
Metabolic and bariatric surgery helps people with severe obesity achieve significant, durable weight loss and improve or resolve conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and joint pain. The most common procedures are the sleeve gastrectomy (which removes part of the stomach to reduce its size) and the gastric bypass (which reroutes the digestive tract). Both are performed with minimally invasive laparoscopic or robotic techniques. Bariatric surgery is not a shortcut — it’s one part of a supported program that includes medical evaluation, nutrition, and long-term follow-up to help you succeed.
You may be a candidate if:
What to expect:
Recovery:
Whenever it is appropriate, our surgeons use minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic (da Vinci) techniques for bariatric surgery, which generally mean smaller incisions, less pain, and a faster recovery than open surgery. Your surgeon will recommend the safest, most effective approach for your specific condition. Learn more about our robotic surgery program.
Your care in Lone Tree is provided by Mountain View Surgical’s board-certified surgical group, who see Lone Tree patients from our nearby Centennial and Parker offices:
Chris Winter, MD, FACS • Michael Bertocchi, MD, FACS • Christine Rogness, MD, FACS • John James, MD, FACS • Jeffrey Harr, MD, FACS • Tyler Chan, MD, FACS • Eliza “Shevie” Kassai, MD, FACS • Jessica Babcock, MD • Blake Babcock, MD • Lauren Gleckler, MD
Medically reviewed by Chris Winter, MD, FACS.
“Excellent team of doctors and staff, great experience and highly recommended! Thanks for everything!”
Kevin Telfer — Verified Google review · 6 years ago
For Lone Tree patients, that means expert bariatric surgery without the drive into central Denver. Our team coordinates care with Sky Ridge Medical Center in the Park Meadows area, and we’re easy to reach for families in RidgeGate, Lincoln Station, Heritage Hills and along I-25 and Lincoln Avenue.
How much weight will I lose?
Results vary by procedure and by person, but patients who follow the program typically lose a substantial portion of their excess weight over the first 12–18 months. We’ll set realistic expectations at your consultation.
Is weight-loss surgery covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans cover bariatric surgery when specific medical criteria are met. Our team will help verify your benefits and guide you through the approval process, and we can discuss self-pay options.
Which is better — gastric sleeve or bypass?
Neither is universally “better.” The right choice depends on your weight, health conditions, and goals. Your surgeon will review the trade-offs of each and recommend the best fit for you.
Is bariatric surgery safe?
Modern bariatric surgery is minimally invasive and has a strong safety record. Every patient is carefully evaluated beforehand, and our program supports you closely before and long after surgery.
How soon can I be seen for bariatric surgery in Lone Tree?
We serve Lone Tree patients from our nearby Centennial and Parker offices. Call 303-805-1855 and our team will arrange a prompt consultation — most new patients are seen within a week or two.
Mountain View Surgical serves Lone Tree patients from our nearby Centennial and Parker offices — there is no separate Lone Tree clinic address. Patients travel a short distance for bariatric surgery, with easy access via I-25 and Lincoln Avenue and care coordinated at Sky Ridge Medical Center in the Park Meadows area.
Communities we serve near Lone Tree: RidgeGate, Lincoln Station, Heritage Hills, Carriage Club.
Phone: 303-805-1855
Ready to talk with a surgeon about bariatric surgery in Lone Tree? Request an appointment online or call 303-805-1855.