Dr. Awad provides a comprehensive suite of evidence-based weight loss surgeries. These procedures are highly effective tools designed to alter hunger hormones, improve metabolic health, and resolve serious obesity-related comorbidities.

• Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve): The most commonly performed weight loss procedure. Dr. Awad permanently removes a portion of the stomach, reshaping it into a small, banana-sized "sleeve." This restricts food intake and significantly reduces ghrelin (the hunger hormone).

• Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y): The gold standard for metabolic surgery. Dr. Awad creates a small stomach pouch and routes it directly to the small intestine. This dual-action procedure provides both restriction and standard caloric malabsorption, making it highly effective for reversing Type 2 diabetes and severe acid reflux.

• Duodenal Switch (DS): A powerful metabolic procedure combining a sleeve gastrectomy with a significant intestinal bypass. This option is highly effective for patients with a higher initial BMI or severe metabolic disease seeking substantial, sustainable weight loss.

• Complex Revisional Surgeries: For patients who have experienced anatomical complications, severe acid reflux, or inadequate weight loss from a previous procedure (such as a LAP-BAND or prior sleeve). Dr. Awad utilizes his extensive foregut expertise to carefully revise and optimize the original anatomy.

Dr. Awad's master-level training as a foregut specialist means he focuses intensely on the complex mechanics of the upper gastrointestinal tract—specifically the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. By pairing this specialization with minimally invasive surgery (MIS) techniques, he repairs deep anatomical issues through tiny, virtually scarless incisions:

• Complex Hiatal Hernia Repair: When the upper part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm into the chest cavity, it can cause severe pain, breathing issues, and anatomical dysfunction. Dr. Awad carefully repositions the stomach and reinforces the diaphragm to restore normal function.

• Anti-Reflux & GERD Surgery: For patients suffering from chronic, severe gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) that does not respond to medical therapy. Dr. Awad performs advanced procedures (such as a Nissen Fundoplication) to reconstruct the body's natural anti-reflux barrier and prevent esophageal damage.

In addition to his highly specialized bariatric and foregut caseload, Dr. Awad provides elite general surgical care. Utilizing advanced laparoscopic and open techniques, he treats a wide array of core abdominal, intestinal, and soft-tissue conditions with a focus on patient safety and minimal tissue disruption:

• General Hernia Surgeries: High-precision repairs for umbilical, incisional, and inguinal (groin) hernias. Dr. Awad utilizes modern, tension-free closures and minimally invasive meshes to prevent recurrence and ensure a faster, more comfortable recovery.

• Gallbladder Surgery (Cholecystectomy): Removal of the gallbladder due to painful gallstones, chronic inflammation, or infection. This routine procedure is optimized for minimal down-time.

• Colon & Abdominal Care: Surgical treatment for complex benign conditions (such as diverticulitis or severe bowel blockages) as well as complex colon cancer surgeries, focusing on maximizing safety and preserving healthy tissue.