Bariatric Surgery
A Healthier Future Starts Here
Contact Us: 775-982–6270
Renown Health’s Metabolic Bariatric Surgery Program helps patients achieve significant, lasting weight loss through advanced, minimally invasive procedures. Our expert team provides comprehensive support before, during and after surgery.
Connect with Our Bariatric Care Team
Fill out our quick, secure form and a care coordinator will be in touch.
Why Choose Renown?
- Accredited Expertise – Renown is nationally recognized by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) as a Comprehensive Bariatric Surgery Center, including accreditation in adolescent bariatric surgery. This designation reflects our commitment to the highest standards of safety, quality and outcomes for both adults and adolescents.
- Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery – Patients benefit from faster recovery, less pain and fewer complications through the use of the newest da Vinci® 5 Robotic System, delivering precision, safety and advanced surgical outcomes.
- Experienced, Dedicated Surgeons – Dr. Ayzengart and Dr. Luce deliver expert, patient-centered bariatric care supported by years of specialized experience and clinical leadership.
- Dr. Ayzengart specializes in minimally invasive treatment of obesity, reflux and complex esophageal and gastric disorders. He is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). He previously served as Vice President of the California/Nevada State Chapter of ASMBS.
- Dr. Luce is an experienced bariatric surgeon committed to evidence-based, compassionate care, supporting Renown’s comprehensive approach to both adult and adolescent metabolic surgery.
- Comprehensive, Lifelong Support – Renown’s multidisciplinary bariatric team provides personalized nutrition counseling, psychological support and long-term follow-up to help patients achieve lasting success before and after surgery.
Who Qualifies for Weight-Loss Surgery?
You may be a candidate if you:
- Are of between the ages 13 to 80. * Children and adolescents under the age of 18 are considered on individual basis.
- Have a body mass index (BMI) of 35 kg/m2 or higher with obesity-related conditions such as Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or sleep apnea.
- BMI of 40 kg/m2 and greater qualifies with or without other health issues.
Bariatric Surgery Options
- Sleeve gastrectomy - Reduces stomach size to promote fullness.
- Gastric bypass – Duodenal switch - Alters digestion to aid in weight loss.
- Revision surgery – Modifies or corrects previous procedures, to improve weight loss or address complications.
How to Learn More About the Program
- Attend our Virtual Seminar – Gain insights about your options with Dr. Ayzengart and Renown’s Bariatric Program.
- Call Us – For assistance over the phone, call 775-982-6270 and mention Bariatric Surgery or Dr. Alexander Ayzengart.
- Discuss with your Provider – Talk with your doctor about surgery options and a referral.
The Future of Surgery
Meet Renown's Newest da Vinci 5 Robot
Renown Health is honored to be one of two hospitals in Nevada offering this groundbreaking technology, showing our dedication to exceptional care in northern Nevada.
Renown Health is honored to be one of two hospitals in Nevada offering this groundbreaking technology, showing our dedication to exceptional care in northern Nevada.
Related Providers
Related Articles
What Ozempic and Similar Drugs Could Mean for Addiction Treatment
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, commonly known as GLP-1RA medications or GLP-1s, are now some of the most popular weight loss aids across the country. They are more commonly known by their brand names: Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, Trulicity and more.
Read More — What Ozempic and Similar Drugs Could Mean for Addiction Treatment
Strategies for Lasting Weight Loss
Managing weight is a complicated and often difficult journey for many individuals, and obesity stands as a common and serious chronic health condition.
Read More — Strategies for Lasting Weight Loss
Can Exercise Really Help Prevent and Heal Cancer?
Did you know that being physically active can lower your risk of developing at least thirteen different types of cancer? Exercise plays an important role in preventing and recovering from a cancer diagnosis. Not only does it have a positive impact on building your body’s strength, but physical activity can also help you with your mental well-being and boost your quality of life.
Read More — Can Exercise Really Help Prevent and Heal Cancer?