Bariatric Lap-Band

The Preferred Weight Loss Surgery | LAP-BAND®

Serving patients seeking weight loss surgery procedures, including Lap Band in Dover and the surrounding area

Thomas P. Barnett, MD, FACS, is a skilled weight loss surgeon treating obesity patients in Dover, Delaware. He has more than 20 years of experience and offers advanced laparoscopic bariatric surgery. Dr. Barnett and his certified physician assistant, Nicole A. Fisher, have worked together since 2002.

Dr. Barnett performs adjustable gastric banding with LAP-BAND®. This highly sophisticated treatment allows Dr. Barnett to help his Dover weight loss surgery patients restrict food intake, lose excess weight and improve their health and happiness. Dr. Barnett uses the laparoscopic surgical approach, a less invasive technique when compared to open weight loss surgery. Laparoscopic surgery is performed via several small incisions and a small camera. Laparoscopic bariatric surgery allows patients to achieve a smoother, faster recovery. It is also associated with reduced wound complications and scarring.

Dr. Barnett performs weight loss surgery at accredited medical centers located in Dover and Milford. His compassion and comprehensive approach to weight loss has helped scores of patients go through a rewarding weight loss journey from the beginning to end. Dr. Barnett understands that postoperative care and nutrition are essential to the success of bariatric surgery and skillfully guides all of his patients, offering medical, nutritional and emotional support.

To schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Barnett and learn more about your weight loss surgery options, please contact Surgical Associates, PA at (302) 674-0600