Lee Bariatrics

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 Universit

y 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.

A recent Cleveland Clinic study found that people with obesity who underwent weight-loss surgery lost more weight, achie...
06/21/2026

A recent Cleveland Clinic study found that people with obesity who underwent weight-loss surgery lost more weight, achieved better blood sugar control, and relied less on diabetes and heart medications over 10 years compared to those treated with some GLP-1 medications. Read more.

A large Cleveland Clinic study has found that people with obesity and type 2 diabetes who undergo weight-loss surgery live longer and face fewer serious health problems compared with those treated with GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines alone.

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06/20/2026

The gut is responsible for more than just digesting food. It can send signals if a person’s diet is lacking or other systems aren’t operating well. Here’s why gut health matters for whole-body health.

You’ve most likely heard “trust your gut instinct” a time or two; that eerie feeling that creeps up as a warning to hold your horses, even when you don’t really know why. Maybe it’s even paid off for you in the past. While trusting your gut may be the universe’s way of letting you know t...

Antacids help neutralize stomach acid to provide temporary relief from heartburn, but their overuse can actually have th...
06/18/2026

Antacids help neutralize stomach acid to provide temporary relief from heartburn, but their overuse can actually have the opposite effect of producing acid reflux or GERD. Dr. Michael Lee performs minimally invasive Nissen fundoplication to address complex acid reflux disease.

Antacids such as Prevacid, Nexium, and Prilosec cause many harmful long-term side effects such as bone thinning/osteoporosis, polyps to form in your stomach, and lung infections/pneumonia. If you struggle with severe gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) despite medication, laparoscopic Nissen fund...

Research from Healthy North Texas shows that over two-thirds of the DFW population isoverweight or obese. It’s a statist...
06/15/2026

Research from Healthy North Texas shows that over two-thirds of the DFW population is
overweight or obese. It’s a statistic Dr. Michael Lee wants to drastically turn. Learn how
the team at Lee Bariatrics is committed to a healthier North Texas community.

Lee Bariatrics specializes in all forms of advanced weight loss & bariatric surgery in Denton, TX. Meet with Dr. Lee at our Prosper or Denton, TX locations.

Bariatric surgery doesn’t make people lose weight. It helps prevent the overeating thatcan sabotage weight loss. To bett...
06/12/2026

Bariatric surgery doesn’t make people lose weight. It helps prevent the overeating that
can sabotage weight loss. To better understand how weight-loss surgery can improve
quality of life and health, read what Dr. Michael Lee has to say.

It may be hard to believe, but research shows that over two-thirds of the Dallas-Fort Worth population is either overweight or obese. While that statistic may be alarming, it is especially concerning considering that obesity increases the risk of many diseases and health conditions, including heart....

Starting a new fitness routine can be life changing, but it's also when most workout injuries happen. Here’s how to star...
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Starting a new fitness routine can be life changing, but it's also when most workout injuries happen. Here’s how to start a fitness journey safely, without the beginner injuries.

Learn how to prevent the 6 most common gym injuries beginners face. Get expert safety tips from Texas Health fitness professionals to start your workout routine safely.

Managing type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes doesn’t require a total life change. Even just small adjustments can help impro...
04/27/2026

Managing type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes doesn’t require a total life change. Even just small adjustments can help improve blood sugar control. Here are 7 daily habits that lower blood sugar.

Managing type 2 diabetes? These 7 simple daily habits—from walking after meals to eating protein at breakfast—can significantly lower your blood sugar.

Wondering about weight-loss medications and surgery? Watch as leading experts in bariatric surgery and obesity managemen...
04/23/2026

Wondering about weight-loss medications and surgery? Watch as leading experts in bariatric surgery and obesity management discuss the benefits and barriers of medication and surgical treatment of obesity.

Recorded October 6, 2025

Eating disorders affect 30 million Americans. Too often, people go unseen orunsupported in their fight. Together, we can...
04/21/2026

Eating disorders affect 30 million Americans. Too often, people go unseen or
unsupported in their fight. Together, we can provide better understanding that Every
BODY Belongs.

Our team consists of providers, a bariatric coordinator, an insurance expert, a Registered Dietician, and physician assistant dedicated to your well-being not just before surgery but long after surgery as well. We strive to continue relationships with our patients to ensure lifelong success.

In December 2025, the FDA approved the first oral glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) weight-loss medication, ushering in a ...
04/16/2026

In December 2025, the FDA approved the first oral glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) weight-loss medication, ushering in a new phase in treatment for diabetes and obesity. Here are 5 things to know about the oral GLP-1 era.

Oral semaglutide (Wegovy; Novo Nordisk) expands GLP-1 weight-loss options, but pharmacy budgets and health care cost pressures persist.

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2721 Panhandle Street, 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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