Before-and-after photos are a powerful way to celebrate your transformation, capturing the incredible journey and stunning changes in your weight loss story.
Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD-DS), including its variation Single Anastomosis Duodenal Switch (SADI-S), drives significant, rapid weight loss by combining food intake restriction, gut hormone adjustments, and rerouted digestion to minimize calorie and fat absorption. This powerful procedure delivers impressive results, often in a short time, while also helping resolve type 2 diabetes. See these life-changing transformations in our before-and-after gallery below!
Curious about duodenal switch surgery? See if it’s right for you:
Shelby – Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
“MBC’s wonderful staff took the BEST care I could possibly ever ask for! Within the first month after surgery, I got off my Blood pressure meds and my cholesterol and all blood work were normal! I’m 29 years old and this surgery has changed my life for the absolute best! I feel like I’m a better me and can function and be the Mom I need to be for my children. I just started living and it feels amazing!!! Thank you MBC and all your staff for treating me so well and pointing me in the right direction for a healthier and happy life! Forever grateful”
- Highest Weight: 260 lbs
- Starting Weight: 233 lbs
- Current Weight: 127 lbs
- Goal Weight: 130 lbs
Michelle – Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
“The biggest Non-Scale Victory (NSV) is being able to work my long work schedule and be able to have enough energy to come home and do all the housework so the home environment has certainly improved. The pic on the left is my heaviest weight, and the bottom right is today!”
- Highest Weight: 330.1 lbs
- Starting Weight: 305.7 lbs
- Current Weight: 264.7 lbs
- Goal Weight: 140 lbs
Christopher – Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
“Five months ago, I wouldn’t have known what an NSV was. Four months ago, I said “those NSV are silly.” Three months ago, I felt life-changing. A month ago, I was waiting to enter ONE-derland (I made it!). Every day, I’m seeing changes now. I want to shout it from mountain tops – If you’re scared, want change, feel like you’ve done your best but haven’t gotten the results you wanted. Jump in, feet first, and prepare for life to change as you use your WLS as ONE OF THE TOOLS to reach your goals.”
- Highest Weight: 320 lbs
- Current Weight: 194 lbs
- Goal Weight: Roller Coaster Ride Eligible
Jamie – Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
“I’m officially 30 weeks POST OP! I had the DS on 5/23/2020. It was hands down the best decision I have ever made! -99lbs. If you have any questions, any hesitations, any worries… PLEASE REACH OUT to those in this group!! Everyone is here for each other!!”
- Highest Weight: 397 lbs
- Starting Weight: 347 lbs
- Current Weight: 194 lbs
- Goal Weight: 180 lbs
Roshni – Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
“It’s official !!!! I am officially under 200 pounds! OMG, I literally would imagine how I would look at this weight as a little girl. That makes for a 162-pound weight loss at this point!!! If I never lost another pound, I would be the happiest girl in the world because I have literally done something that has been impossible for years in my own head!!!!!!!! Who needs a little motivation?? I know I do at times!! Sometimes, you have to look back at how far you have come to appreciate the journey!! I don’t know who needs to hear this but trust the process!! 167 pounds down!”
- Highest Weight: 361 lbs
- Starting Weight: 309 lbs
- Current Weight: 193 lbs
Christian – Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
“What a difference 5 months can make… seeing pictures of myself is really the only way I can see the difference- and it helps motivate me for sure! Still, a long way to go, but I’m so happy with the decision I made.”
- Highest Weight: 397 lbs
- Starting Weight: 347 lbs
- Current Weight: 194 lbs
- Goal Weight: 180 lbs
Danielle – Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
“I celebrated my one-year anniversary! I’m worried I’m getting too thin now, which is never a problem I thought I’d ever had! But it’s changed my life for the better in SO many ways, and I wanted to be able to share my joy and gratitude with others! Thank you, everyone at MBC!!”
- Highest Weight: 234 lbs
- Current Weight: 115 lbs
Justin – Gastric Sleeve to Duodenal Switch
“I just have to say I owe my life to MBC. Anyone feeling nervous about using them has nothing to worry about. They saved my life and they will yours too if you use the tool they give you. When I ‘walked’ into the hospital, I was over 600 lbs. I have lost almost 300 lbs now! I still have a ways to go, but my life is completely different. I was as wide as that car, and now I am out of the prison I have been in most of my life. I hope to have some serious skin removal later this year. Thank you Ron Elli, and all the wonderful drivers, doctors, nurses, and staff at MBC. Thank you for saving my life and continuing to save the lives of so many others…and yes, those are the same pants in each photo, just different colors!”
Melissa – Loop Duodenal Switch (SADi-S)
“Together, we have lost over 233lbs!! We both had our surgeries at MBC! Our journey started at different times, they weren’t the same, our struggles have been different. Together, we have made a friendship that is understanding, loving, open, and accepting. We listen to each other’s wins and struggles. We motivate and encourage each other. I am forever grateful for this journey and for our friendship! I know you are someone I can always count on! I know our journeys aren’t over yet, but damn, it’s been a crazy ride!”
Barbara – Loop Duodenal Switch (SADi-S)
“Guys!!!! I had such an amazing experience at the hospital. My doctors and nurses were so amazing. Thank you, MBC, for taking such good care of me. Down just over 70 pounds. I have gone from a size 14/16 and XL to a size 8 pants and an sm/med shirt. Thank you, MBC, for changing my life for good!”
Rose – Gastric Sleeve to Duodenal Switch Revision
“I finally found a before photo! And I have reached my goal of 165 ? Almost at my goal weight of 165. I’m currently 173. I started out at 265. I’m 5’5 and 38. I had the VSG Nov 2016 and revision from VSG to DS July 2019. My only regret was not doing this sooner!! Sorry, I don’t have any before photos I hated having my picture taken.
- Starting Weight: 265 lbs.
- Goal Weight: 165 lbs.
Christina – Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
“So a year ago today, I changed my life forever. I had DS surgery done with MBC. 177 pounds gone; almost at goal!! Went from size 26/28, 3x to size 6 m/L. I’m 5 ft. 9 inches.”
Highest Weight: 345
Starting Weight: 327
Current Weight: 168
Goal Weight: 160
Duodenal Switch Patient Testimonials
“I had SADI-S in November. Everything went well. I met him before the surgery. I actually couldn’t decide between DS and SADI-S, and he recommended SADI-S but said he could make the final decision after assessing my guts.” – Julie P, Loop Duodenal Switch (SADi-S)
“DS has higher loss/maintenance averages. I am 15 months out from SADI-S (modified DS), and I’ve lost 92% of my excess weight.” – Sarah A, Duodenal Switch Surgery (BPD/DS)
Take Away
Most patients receive sleeve gastrectomy as the first stage and then revise to a duodenal switch. This is a good weight loss option for less disciplined patients. A good candidate for this procedure is willing to take protein and vitamins permanently.
If you have IBS or severe acid reflux, other surgery options may be better for you. Here are the pros and cons of DS to help you decide if this is a good choice for you.
Pros of the Duodenal Switch Procedure
- It adds years to your life!
- It improves your quality of life!
- It resolves type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, and hypertension.
- You will have more energy and stamina.
Cons of the Duodenal Switch Procedure
- You may throw up blood and feel sick for a day or two after surgery.
- You get smelly gas and stool called “malodorous.” You can reduce the gas and smell by cutting down on your carb.
- You need to take bariatric-specific vitamins and mineral supplements as you malabsorb a lot of food you eat, plus fat and protein.
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