Danielle's Story
Danielle Lawrence will never forget how miserable and stuck she once felt.
More people are discovering the positive, life-changing impact of bariatric surgery at CHRISTUS Southeast Texas. That’s because surgery means a lot more than just weight loss. It means gaining the strength to commit to a lifestyle of making better health choices. So you can enjoy not just a healthier life, but a happier one too.
The CHRISTUS Southeast Texas Bariatric Center is home to two exceptional surgeons, Kevin Dean, M.D. and medical director, Jerome Schrapps, M.D., who have together performed over 4,000 bariatric surgeries and counting.
"We've helped patients struggling with obesity-related diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease," Dr. Schrapps says. "They're now leading happier, healthier lives- and taking fewer medications."
Hours & Locations
CHRISTUS
Southeast Texas Bariatric Center
Our Stories
Jeanifer's Story
As I've aged, I've tried every diet fad. I would lose the weight and gain it back. My health started to decline. I was having issues with blood pressure and I was pre-diabetic.
Chuck's Story
I was on so much diabetic medicine and was tired all the time and thought I would be attached to my recliner for the rest of my life.
William's Story
It wasn’t just about having surgery. It was having the strength to commit to real change.
Miranda's Story
We’ve always supported each other as a family. Now I have the strength to give them my all.
Delilah's Story
I’ve always loved to cook. I enjoy it even more now that I have a healthy relationship with food.
Brandon's Story
Eventually, Brandon grew tired of how unhealthy those extra pounds made him feel and decided to take action.
Why Weight?
Our team will work with you to create an ongoing program that we hope will make a meaningful difference in your life. To begin your journey, we will need information about your health and lifestyle.
Why Choose Us?
Schedule a Consultation
Better Life Through Weight Loss Surgery
The CHRISTUS Southeast Texas Bariatric Center can help you safely and permanently achieve your long-term weight loss goal, whether through gastric bypass or laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.
Get Started on Your Journey
Accredited Care
American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program.