Bariatric Surgeon in Plano, TX
“Truly life-changing.”
— RaeAnn, 5-Star Review
- Certified Master Bariatric
Surgeons of Excellence - 4 convenient locations using
the da Vinci surgical system - Over 400 5-star reviews on Google
- One of the lowest complication
rates worldwide - Now accepting Lantern (formerly SurgeryPlus)
- Performed over 16,500 surgeries
Personalized, Life-Changing Care From Award-Winning Experts
The Best Weight Loss Surgeons
When it comes to achieving your weight loss goals, Dr. Cribbins and Dr. Chen understand how difficult it can be. With compassionate and dedicated care, we treat patients like family and help them live the lives they want. Patients feel comfortable with us because we don't judge, we just focus on solutions. All patients are given their doctor's personal email to ask any questions along the way.
Surgical & Nonsurgical Options
We offer surgical procedures such as SADI-S surgery, gastric bypass, duodenal switch, sleeve gastrectomy, LAP-BAND, and bariatric revisions to assist you on your journey toward a healthy future. Nonsurgical treatment options are also available. By combining surgical and nonsurgical options, we can help you find a weight loss solution no matter your needs.
Tailored Treatment Plans
Your health is our primary concern, and our team will partner with you to develop a custom treatment plan. Once your weight loss goal is determined, along with your medical history, we can navigate the best option for your specific needs together.
One Operation Can Change Your Life
Our practice is the trusted destination for weight loss. Dr. Joe Cribbins is a highly sought-after, award-winning bariatric surgeon who has been practicing since 2001. He has exclusively used the ultra minimally invasive da Vinci surgical system for weight loss surgery since 2012. Using this system, Dr. Cribbins and Dr. Chen provide more precise and less invasive weight loss procedures so patients can experience less pain, faster recoveries, reduced scarring, and better results. Dr. Cribbins and Dr. Chen are Master Bariatric Surgeons and Master Minimally Invasive Surgeons.
See our incredible patients & their results:
Randal Lost 100 Pounds!
1 Year After SADI-S
Lindsay Lost 147 Pounds!
18 Months After Bypass
Jonathan Lost 150 Pounds!
1 Year After SADI-S
What Are You Waiting For?
We Look Forward to Meeting You
Have you struggled with weight? You are not alone, and could be resistant to traditional weight loss methods due to Leptin resistance. If so, you might be a good candidate for certain weight loss surgery options or FDA-approved weight loss medications. As the best weight loss surgeons in the area, Dr. Cribbins, Dr. Chen, and Mickey Patel can help you gain the edge you need with effective tools to reach your target weight. You can meet them in the office or with our easy-to-use virtual telemedicine system. Our trusted surgeons are here to help you achieve your weight loss goals.
Bariatric Surgery
Covered and Simplified
With Lantern
Lantern (formerly SurgeryPlus) makes bariatric surgery more accessible by partnering with employers to fully cover the cost of care. That means no copays, no deductibles, and often no out-of-pocket costs. Patients receive expert care from top surgeons like Dr. Cribbins and Dr. Chen, plus a dedicated Care Advocate to coordinate every detail. Many plans include free airfare, hotel stays, and daily travel allowances for both the patient and a companion. It’s a fully guided, stress-free path to better health.
Big Changes
16,500+
Transformations
and Counting
When you decide to receive bariatric treatment to improve your life, the best weight loss surgeons in the area are here to help. Texas Center for Bariatrics & Advanced Surgery can guide you through the process, answer every question, and provide everything needed to make an informed decision regarding which procedure is best for you.
Weight loss surgery is NOT the easy way out. It is simply a tool and medical treatment that makes weight loss possible. It is also a medical treatment for conditions like diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, infertility, and more.
The Simple Pathway to Weight Loss Surgery
Ready to Get Started?
Have a Qualifying Body Mass Index
Body mass index (BMI) is a height-to-weight ratio method used in diagnosing a healthy weight versus an unhealthy weight. Our doctors factor in BMI when determining whether bariatric surgery is appropriate for a patient. Having a body mass index of 27 or greater, or 50 excess pounds, makes you a candidate for bariatric surgery.
BMI of 27 or Greater
A BMI of 27 or greater makes people candidates for weight loss surgery.
BMI of 35-39.9
A BMI of 35-39.9 with one or more obesity-related conditions makes you a great candidate for weight loss surgery.
BMI of 40 or Greater
A BMI of 40 or greater makes you a candidate for weight loss surgery on this basis alone.
Qualify for Weight Loss Surgery Check Your Body Mass Index
Dr. A. Joseph Cribbins
III, MD, FASMBS
Board-Certified Master da Vinci Bariatric & General Surgeon
Dr. A. Joseph Cribbins III, MD, FASMBS, is a highly renowned, board-certified bariatric surgeon of excellence in Dallas–Fort Worth. In practice since 2001, he is a verified master surgeon of ultra-minimally invasive da Vinci bariatric surgery. Dr. Cribbins is a published doctor who presents nationally and transforms lives through weight loss surgery. His commitment to better surgical outcomes has made him a sought-after national leader in the field.
Dr. Cribbins began his surgical training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, where he earned the Dr. Harold L. Method Surgical Award for his excellence in skill, empathy, and patient care. He has been the Medical Director of the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Committee at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano for 18 years. He has been recognized by D Magazine as a Texas Super Doctor and one of the "Best Doctors" in bariatric surgery since 2007. With over 16,500 surgeries performed, Dr. Cribbins treats each patient like family and encourages them to call him "Joe."
Dr. Edmund B. Chen, MD, FASMBS
Board-Certified master da Vinci Bariatric & General Surgeon
Dr. Edmund Chen, MD, FASMBS, is a highly regarded da Vinci bariatric surgeon of excellence, national presenter, and published researcher. His interest in bariatric surgery began in 2008 while conducting metabolic research at the National Institutes of Health in Washington, D.C. Dr. Chen graduated with honors from Johns Hopkins University and earned his medical degree from Cornell University. He continued his training at Northwestern University before completing his fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery at Duke University.
Dr. Chen is committed to providing safe, personalized care for each patient, using the latest da Vinci surgical system to optimize outcomes. Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Chen is fellowship-trained in bariatric surgery and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He is also a member of the ASMBS, ACS, and the AMA, and is known for his compassionate, respectful care.
Mickey Patel, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner
Mickey, originally from Athens, GA, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Georgia before transitioning into healthcare. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, he worked as an operating room nurse at Texas Health Presbyterian Plano, where he discovered his passion for bariatrics. Inspired by his work with Dr. Cribbins, Mickey became a nurse practitioner, earning a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas.
Now nationally certified in bariatrics and da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery, Mickey specializes in medical weight management and offers customized plans to help patients achieve lasting weight loss. He is dedicated to supporting patients through both surgical and nonsurgical weight loss journeys.
Marty the Office Dog
Junior Medical Assistant
Many patients adore our office dog who puts them at ease and makes them feel welcome and comfortable. If you have surgery at Texas Health, Baylor, or Medical City and would like Marty to visit you in the hospital, we can make arrangements.
Weight Loss Surgery Options
Our Featured Procedures
Gastric Bypass
Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most popular and reliable procedures for helping patients achieve healthy, sustainable weight loss.
SADI-S/SIPS
SADI-S is an enhanced gastric sleeve and can help patients lose 70-90% of their excess weight, with a lower risk of developing ulcers & dumping syndrome than with gastric bypass.
Gastric Sleeve
If you’ve reached a point where you need a more effective tool, gastric sleeve surgery is often the safest, most preferred treatment.
Our Ultra Minimally Invasive Procedures
We Can Find the Ideal Solution for You
- Adolescent Bariatric Surgery
- Appendectomy
- Bariatric Revision Surgery
- Certified Dietitian
- Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder)
- Duodenal Switch
- FDA-Approved Medications
- Gastric Banding
- Gastric Bypass
- Hernia Surgery
- JI Bypass Reversals
- Lipoma and Cyst Excision
- Mini Bypass
- Nonsurgical Solutions
- Omega Loop
- Reflux Surgery for GERD
- SADI-S
- Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Weight Loss Support Groups
Welcome to
A Higher Level of Care
Globally recognized and verified by the Surgical Review Corporation for excellence in patient safety with one of the lowest complication rates in the world. A premier destination for boutique bariatric surgery.
4 Convenient Dallas-Ft. Worth Locations
- Dallas
- Plano
- Arlington
- North Richland Hills
Raising the Standard for General and Bariatric Surgery
The Da Vinci System
Texas Center for Bariatrics & Advanced Surgery exclusively uses the ultra-minimally invasive da Vinci surgical system for bariatric and general surgery. This advanced surgical technology eclipses standards set by older technologies, such as traditional laparoscopic surgery.
While laparoscopy was once heralded for its “minimally” invasive capabilities, the da Vinci raises the standard of minimally invasive care with a high-definition 3D view for the bariatric surgeon. Da Vinci’s smaller incisions and greater precision mean less pain, reduced scarring, and faster healing.
