Will Bariatric Surgery Cure Diabetes? Sleeve vs. Bypass vs. SIPS at UChicago | AdventHealth LaGrange
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If you live in Naperville, Oak Brook, Downers Grove, or anywhere in the Western Suburbs of Chicago, you may be wondering: can bariatric surgery actually reverse Type 2 diabetes?
At University of Chicago | AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital, under the direction of Dr. Jihad Kudsi, Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery, we help patients just like you find effective, long-term solutions for weight loss and diabetes remission.
Can Bariatric Surgery Cure Type 2 Diabetes?
Bariatric surgery can often lead to remission of Type 2 diabetes, where your blood sugar returns to normal levels without medication. While not technically a cure, the impact can be life-changing—especially with the right procedure.
How the Procedures Compare for Diabetes Remission
🔹 Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG)
- Remission rate:~50–60%
- Ideal for patients in:Naperville, Burr Ridge, or Hinsdale who prefer a less invasive option with shorter recovery.
🔹 Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)
- Remission rate:~60–80%
- Ideal for those in:Oak Brook, La Grange, or Western Springs seeking strong diabetes control with high safety.
🔹 SIPS (SADI-S)
- Remission rate:~80–90%
- Ideal for:Patients from Elmhurst, Willowbrook, or Lombard dealing with severe obesity and advanced diabetes.
Why Local Patients Choose Us
Patients across Chicago’s western suburbs come to UChicago | AdventHealth LaGrange for:
- Advanced robotic and laparoscopic surgery
- High diabetes remission rates
- Personalized care from Dr. Kudsi and his expert team
Live Near La Grange or Naperville?
Schedule a consultation today with our team and discover whether sleeve, bypass, or SIPS surgery is the right choice for managing your diabetes.
