Matthew Metz Bariatric Surgeon MD, FACS

Dr. Matthew Metz, Bariatric Surgeon Matthew Metz, MD, FACS is a board-certified, Cleveland Clinic trained, bariatric surgeon specializing in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery at the Denver Center for Bariatric Surgery in Colorado. He has performed thousands of bariatric surgeries and was the first in Denver and the Rocky Mountain region to offer the laparoscopic loop duodenal switch.Dr. Metz obtained an undergraduate degree at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. Dr. Metz earned his medical degree at the University of Maryland Medical School. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital in New York and fellowship trained in Bariatric and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Well recognized for his expertise, Dr. Metz has been certified as a Bariatric Surgery Center ofExcellence Surgeon by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and he is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons(SAGES). He is affiliated with Rose Medical Center, Sky Ridge Medical Center, The Medical Center of Aurora, and Presbyterian St Luke's Medical Center. Dr. Metz has completed specialized training and continuing education in bariatric surgery. He has written extensively on the important issues of weight loss surgery before, during and after surgery. He has a reputation for his strong patient advocacy. Weight Loss Surgery with Dr. Metz I will continue to fight on your behalf. Your bravery and willingness to take control of your health care, and dedication to a constant battle makes me proud to be your doctor. -Dr. Metz Dr. Metz is highly-skilled, holding one of the lowest complication rates in the region, despite being a surgeon who specializes in high-risk, complex cases. He is known by his patients for his kind demeanor and caring bedside manner. He is dedicated to patient safety, education, and support throughout your weight loss surgery journey. He has a passion for transforming lives and making a difference in the health and well-being of individuals fighting the disease of obesity. As an experienced and dedicated bariatric surgeon, Dr. Metz specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery and Single Incision Surgery (SIS). He expertly performs weight loss procedures including the Laparoscopic Loop Duodenal Switch, Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, Adjustable Gastric Banding (Lap-Band), and weight loss surgery revisions. He also expertly performs advanced endoscopic procedures and Gastric Balloon procedures which are non-surgical options. Bariatric Surgery in Denver, Colorado As a patient of Dr. Metz and the team at the Denver Center for Bariatric Surgery, you’ll receive high-quality support and education through pre-op and post-op classes, tailored nutrition consultations, a variety of support groups, and one-on-one discussions. If you are ready to end your struggle with obesity and improve your quality of life, Dr. Metz and his team would love to meet you. Give us a call to speak to a caring professional and schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Metz today! We invite you to also attend our online information seminar hosted by the Denver Center for Bariatric Surgery. And for your convenience, you can also fill out our online contact form right now! ObesityHelp Contributing Author Why is Weight a Casual Topic of Conversation?Dating After Bariatric Surgery: When & How To Tell About WLSPersonal Trainers After WLS: One-Size-Fits-All Doesn’t Work Even Bariatric Surgeons Can Get Off Track Surgery is NOT the Easy Way Out: A Bariatric Surgeon's Perspective What Type of Fuel Do You Put In Your Body Who Says Thin is Beautiful and Fat is Ugly Visualizing Weight Loss Success Bariatric Surgery is Not a Covered Benefit For Colorado Dr. Metz Weighs In: Obese Scouts Not Welcome Dr. Matthew Metz Talks About The AMA Classifying Obesity As A Disease Dr. Metz Comments On Governor Christie’s Lap-Band