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Lee Bariatrics

At Lee Bariatric Surgery in North Texas, we help you find the best solutions for treatment of obesity with bariatric & metabolic surgery. Michael J.

We have convenient locations in Denton, TX and Prosper, TX. Lee, MD, FASMBS specializes in advanced laparoscopy and other minimally invasive surgical techniques, including all forms of weight-loss/bariatric surgery and revisional surgery. A native Texan and Longhorn, Dr. Lee attended the University of Texas at Austin for his undergraduate studies. He then earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston and completed his residency in general surgery at UT Southwestern before becoming Fellowship trained in minimally invasive metabolic and bariatric surgery at the renown Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He has the highest qualifications necessary to perform complex minimally invasive bariatric surgery and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.). Dr. Lee has been the 2012-2015 Director of Bariatric Surgery and also Director of the Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program at UT Southwestern Medical Center, one of the largest and prestigious academic medical institutions. Dr. Lee returns to north Dallas to improve the access for bariatric surgery and to provide additional world-class care for his community. Dr. Lee specializes in minimally invasive revisional bariatric surgery as well as routine advanced laparoscopic bariatric surgery. He has authored numerous textbook chapters, peer reviewed journal articles, award winning videos and other publications deeply rooted in bariatric patient care and presented at national meetings. He serves active leadership roles as a Bariatric Liason Committee member and Continuing Education Committee member for the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), a Research member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), and an active member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), and the Texas Medical Association (TMA). Visit www.LeeBariatrics.com for more info.

12/19/2025

Many “natural” weight loss products use ingredients that claim to mimic the effects of GLP-1 medications and result in weight loss. Find out how the ingredients found in common GLP-1 alternatives work in the body.

Plus, whether they can really help with weight loss.

12/15/2025

A study reported by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery found that some bariatric procedures were associated with about five-times more weight loss than weekly injections of GLP-1s at the end of two years. Learn more about the findings.

CONTACT: ASMBS@compartnersny.com Five Times More Weight Loss with Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery After Two Years WASHINGTON, DC – June 17, 2025 – Sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass were associated with about five-times more weight loss than weekly injections of GLP-1 receptor agonists semagl...

12/04/2025

The holidays can be a real test of willpower for those who are struggling with their weight. The good news is there are ways to savor the season without derailing weight-loss goals. Remember to reach for water over other beverages. Get more tips for healthy holiday eating.

The holidays can be a real test of willpower for those who are struggling with their weight. And nothing can put a downer on this season of joy like worrying about overindulging.

11/29/2025

GLP-1s represent an important advancement in obesity care, but these medications can present side effects, weight regain and other challenges. Nutrition therapy and lifestyle support are essential to address these challenges. Learn more from the National Institutes of Health.

Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists and combination medications (hereafter collectively referred to as GLP-1s) are shifting the treatment landscape for obesity. However, real-world challenges and limited clinician and public knowledge on ...

11/25/2025

Many of the foods traditionally found on the holiday dinner table, like gravy, potatoes and even cookies, are also some of the hardest on the digestive system. Here’s how to put a healthy spin on holiday eating to help avoid feeling discomfort. https://bit.ly/4oEZcja

While the holidays bring with them an abundance of culinary delights, they can be a real test of your digestive health. How to savor the season without overindulging and undermining a healthy lifestyle can be tricky.

11/21/2025

It’s no secret Thanksgiving provides a bountiful feast, but it also has a reputation for having a bountiful calorie count as well. Learn from a registered dietitian how to get creative around the holiday table and beyond without missing out on traditions of the season.

Maybe you enjoy Thanksgiving because it signifies the beginning of the holiday season; maybe you enjoy it because it brings the family together, or maybe you just love all the delicious food. No matter the reason, Americans’ affinity for Thanksgiving is widely held.

11/19/2025

It’s rare for a patient to gain all their weight back after a bariatric procedure. However, if weight regain should occur, know that it’s not about failure. The staff at Lee Bariatrics offers options, from tailored counseling to revision surgery, to support long-term weight loss.

If you’ve had bariatric surgery, congratulations on taking a significant step forward in living healthier. Now, you might be wondering how to go about keeping the weight off that you lost.

11/17/2025

Alexandria had abdominal pain and acid reflux and she struggled with her weight for years. Going back and forth between wedding dress sizes was the final straw during her health journey. Hear what happened when she turned to Dr. Lee at Lee Bariatrics. https://bit.ly/43yr689

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11/15/2025

Diabetes isn’t just a disease; it’s an epidemic affecting over 38 million Americans. During American Diabetes Month in November, Lee Bariatrics joins the fight to turn the statistics. Take the type 2 diabetes risk test and be empowered to make changes.

Take our free, online 60-second Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test and learn your risk today.

08/31/2025

It’s a common misperception that bariatric surgery should be considered only as a last-resort weight loss option. The truth is surgery should be considered early on, before severe disease has the chance to develop.

A common misperception is that bariatric surgery should be considered only after all other weight loss options have failed. Truth is patients overweight by more than 80 lbs. have a very high failure rate (near 98 percent) in maintaining weight loss over the long term without bariatric surgery.

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2721 Panhandle Drive, #100
Denton, TX
76201

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 12pm

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https://www.texashealth.org/thpg/lee-bariatrics/

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