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Serving hundreds of patients each year, the Weight Loss Institute of Arizona is an industry leader in the field of bariatrics and weight loss surgery. With two offices in Tempe and one each in Phoenix, Tucson, Glendale, and Mesa, the Weight Loss Institute of Arizona team is prepared to address the needs of patients from all across the Southwest.
The highly trained and dedicated physicians have made the Weight Loss Institute a premier destination for patients in search of top weight loss specialists. The team brings together some of the top weight loss surgeons in the area with over 10 years of combined medical experience.
Specializing in everything from Lap-Band® System surgery to gastric bypass surgery, the doctors at the Weight Loss Institute of Arizona have the skills to tackle your health issues with confidence and compassion. With patient education and transparency at the core of their philosophy, the team has mastered the craft of putting their patients first.
If you’d like to speak with a specialist about your health concerns, call to schedule an appointment today or book one online anytime.
Dr. Michael J. Orris, DO, MBA, FASMBS
Dr. Orris is a partner and one of the lead surgeons at our Phoenix, Tempe, Arrowhead, and Tucson weight loss center locations.
Dr. John J. DeBarros, MD, FACS, FASMBS
A lead surgeon at WLIA, Dr. DeBarros practices a team approach to surgical weight loss in the Phoenix area which includes diet, exercise and education for long term success.
Dr. Jason Richardson, MD
A fellowship-trained and board-certified surgeon, Dr. Jason Richardson has a deep appreciation for the life-changing effects that compassionate care can have on patients.
Dr. Catherine Ho, DO
Dr. Catherine Ho joined the WLIAZ team in 2013. She is a board-certified surgeon and a fellowship trained surgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgery and bariatrics.
Dr. Thomas Buddensick, MD
Dr. Buddensick is a fellowship trained general and bariatric surgeon. He joined the Weight Loss Institute of Arizona in 2016.
Dr. Orris recently wrote an article for the Daily Independent about COVID-19 and Obesity. To read the article, click here.
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"I must say that I had a very positive experience with Weight Loss Institute of Arizona. The staff here is very knowledgeable and professional. "
"I have been overweight a majority of my life with several medical issues. After I got the gastric sleeve, I have noticed a huge change in my life. Thank you WLIA!"
"I love this place. You definitely still have to advocate for yourself and put in the hard work, but if you're serious about changing your life, WLIA has your back!"
"Amazing friendly staff that goes the distance to inform clients. I am happy I found this place."
"Weight Loss Institute of Arizona has the best Bariatric Surgeons you can find. I am forever grateful I chose them!
"I cannot stress enough that these are the people you want to talk to if you're interested in any type of bariatric surgery."
"My husband and I chose a consultation with WLIA for lap-band surgery based off the recommendations from other nurses and they were right! We made the right choice 100%"
"These doctors saved my wife's life. We owe the WLIA everything!"
"These doctors saved my wife's life. We owe the WLIA everything!"
