By Dr. Richard Nguyen, DO, FACS, FACOS | Board-Certified General & Bariatric Surgeon | Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
If you live in Los Gatos and are considering weight-loss surgery, you don’t need to travel far for world-class care. Dr. Richard Nguyen offers the full range of bariatric procedures right here in Los Gatos, with the personalized, long-term support that makes results last.
Lifetime Surgical’s Los Gatos office (15965 Los Gatos Blvd, Suite 201) makes it easy for South Bay residents to access advanced weight-loss surgery without a long commute. Dr. Nguyen operates at trusted local facilities, including Los Gatos Community Hospital – El Camino and Silicon Valley Surgery Center in Los Gatos.
Bariatric success depends heavily on consistent follow-up. Choosing a surgeon near your Los Gatos home makes it far easier to attend post-operative visits, nutrition appointments, and long-term check-ins — the very things that keep weight off for good. You also get the reassurance of a local team who knows you.
Most major California insurance plans cover medically necessary bariatric surgery. Our Los Gatos team verifies your benefits and guides you through approval. Wondering if you qualify? Most patients qualify with a BMI of 40+, or 35+ with a condition like diabetes or high blood pressure.
Board-certified, Vanderbilt fellowship-trained, and with 5,000+ weight-loss transformations, Dr. Nguyen brings big-center surgical expertise with the personal touch of a local Los Gatos practice.
Where is your Los Gatos office?
15965 Los Gatos Blvd, Suite 201, Los Gatos, CA 95032. Call 408-850-0176 to schedule.
Which hospitals does Dr. Nguyen use near Los Gatos?
Los Gatos Community Hospital – El Camino and Silicon Valley Surgery Center in Los Gatos, among others.
Do you offer non-surgical weight loss too?
Yes — our medical weight-loss program uses GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide for patients who prefer or need a non-surgical option.
Is bariatric surgery covered by insurance in California?
Most major plans cover it when medically necessary. We verify your specific benefits before you commit.
Wondering which surgical procedure might be right for your condition? We're here to help you understand your treatment options and develop a personalized surgical plan. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
Your path to improved health may be more achievable than you think—with advanced surgical techniques leading to faster recovery, reduced complications, and a significantly enhanced quality of life.
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