Pivot Weight Loss Center

Weight Loss Clinic in Tucson, AZ

Get a straight answer on cost, a fellowship-trained surgeon, and a Saturday appointment that fits your week.

For most people, the biggest barrier to weight-loss surgery is the mystery of pricing. Managing an uncertain five-figure expense brings its own heavy weight.

At Pivot Weight Loss, that is the first thing we handle. Our team checks your insurance, your employer benefits, and your financing options before anyone talks about procedures. Then we build a plan around what you can actually pay.

As a dependable weight loss clinic in Tucson, AZ, we serve patients from the Catalina Foothills to the border. You don’t have to worry about driving to Phoenix to start your journey.

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A Different Approach to Health from the Leading Weight Loss Clinic in Tucson, AZ

More than 35 years of combined experience from our fellowship-trained bariatric surgeons in Tucson, AZ.

Honest numbers on Tucson bariatric surgery costs, with insurance help, employer benefit checks, and financing through Cherry and United Credit.

From Green Valley to Sierra Vista, Nogales to Safford and beyond, appointments are available - including on Saturdays.

One-on-one coaching, dietitian support, and a progress app that keeps your care team involved between visits.

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Testimonials

What Our Tucson Patients Say

Ive been seeing Dr.DeBarros for about 8 months now ive lost 140 pounds before surgery and just had my surgery 2 days ago from the bottom of my heart this man saved my life hes a great surgeon and really cares about his patient's. Definitely made me feel welcomed and comfortable with the decision to get the sleeve. Im telling you in my opinion best doctor in arizona

Mike Stamidis

Dr. Debarros is one hell of a surgeon. He made sure I was taking care of a full-time from start to finish he was always honest with me, upfront about what to expect. The staff were always friendly, always made me smile and laugh and always encouraging. I would trust them with my life LOL matter of fact I did and starting January 1st I'm trusting dr. Debarros with my child's life. I recommend dr. Debarros to everyone

Sarah Anderson

Incredible staff and doctors! My husband had VSG a year ago and is down 130 pounds. I had vsg 5 weeks ago. Recovery was a breeze. I couldn’t be happier! Because of the pre op testing I discovered I’ve had sleep apnea for a long time, happy to be treating it now. These doctors are about safety which I appreciate and why I decided to go with them after watching how careful and thought out they were with my husbands care.

Brittany Calkins

I had my surgery on January 10, 2024. Dr John debarros is a great and professionally doctor. He explained the entire process and made me feel comfortable and did a great job on repairing my hernia. He also is the best because he is a huge New York yankee fan. Thank you so much for helping me.

Brady Foldy

I’ve had an amazing experience with Dr. DeBarros and the team and Pivot Weight Loss. The process was quick and thorough and they have done everything to ensure I continue to stay healthy while continuing to lose weight. Highly recommended!

Amanda Porras

Visited for a family member. We were able to have all my questions answered and she was given the relief she needed. I did over 10 consults and this was clearly the top bariatric centre. We did not have insurance but they worked with us to find a way. Super excited for this new journey and to have an amazing team behind us!

Zaina Khan

Such a great place! Everyone is very friendly. The doctors are very straightforward and upfront about everything you'd need to know to prepare you for surgery. Very hands on care. I feel like I'm friends with my surgeon and my surgery was 7 months ago! I highly recommend Dr. DeBarros and his team at Pivot! I had Sadi-s done Sept 2023 and at my 7 month postop appt today I am down 100lbs! Couldn't be happier with this entire prossess!

Wendy Barker

brad foldy

Amanda Porras

had my surgery Feb 6th and have had the best experience ever with Dr. Schuster and his team. i did the gastric sleeve and have had no complications. if you are considering it i highly recommend pivot weight loss.

Ciarra Falcon

The team over at Pivot are top notch. My journey was extremely smooth and I felt supported the entire time. I’m down 45 pounds in two months! I cannot tell you how great I feel and how different my life now is. I wish I would’ve done this sooner!

gary williams

Dr Schuster is a literal all star. His team is remarkable. The level of attention and concern for patients comfort is unsurpassed. I will recommend Pivot to anyone who will listen.

Tiffany Bommann

Weight Loss Services Tailored to You

Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG)

The sleeve is the most requested procedure at our Tucson location. Surgeons remove roughly 80% of the stomach and leave a narrow sleeve behind, so you feel full on far less food and your hunger hormones drop with it.

Every gastric sleeve in Tucson, AZ, is performed laparoscopically, which means recovery is in weeks. It suits patients with a BMI over 40, or over 30 when conditions like Type 2 diabetes are already in the picture.

MagnaFit Slim

MagnaFit Slim is a minimally invasive procedure, and Arizona has exactly one center performing it: Pivot. It uses magnetic technology instead of cutting or stapling, so there's no incision through the stomach wall.

Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)

Bypass has the longest track record of anything on this list. Our surgeons build a small stomach pouch and reroute part of the small intestine, limiting how much you eat and how much you absorb at the same time.

Patients choosing gastric bypass in Tucson, AZ typically lose 60% to 80% of excess weight within two years. Type 2 diabetes often improves within days of the operation, which is why it comes up so often in our consultations.

SADI-S (Single Anastomosis Duodenal-Ileal Switch)

SADI-S pairs a sleeve gastrectomy with a single intestinal connection. You get the restriction of a smaller stomach and the reduced absorption of a bypass, delivered through a simpler operation than the traditional duodenal switch.

Duodenal Switch (Traditional)

The traditional duodenal switch combines a sleeve with a more involved intestinal bypass. It produces the highest weight loss numbers we see and resolves obesity-related conditions at high rates. Our surgeons reserve it for patients carrying severe obesity who need results that hold.

SASI Bypass (Single Anastomosis Sleeve Ileal Bypass)

SASI is one of the newer procedures available in Tucson. It pairs a sleeve with a single intestinal bypass, sometimes called transit bipartition. Weight-loss results track closely to those of a duodenal switch, with a lower risk of nutritional deficiencies afterward.

Experience the Life-Changing Benefits of Our Weight Loss Services

Tucson rewards people who can move. Tumamoc Hill fills with walkers before the sun clears the Rincons, the Loop runs more than 130 paved miles through the valley, and Mount Lemmon sits about an hour from downtown. Patients tell us the number on the scale mattered less than getting those places back.

With our weight-loss surgery in Tucson, Arizona, enjoying Tucson again is within your reach. The procedure changes more than just your clothing size, and these health benefits show up first.

Potential Health and Personal Improvements

Type 2 diabetes management, with resolution in many patients

Better sleep quality and relief from sleep apnea symptoms

Cardiovascular wellness and lower blood pressure

Improved joint comfort on stairs, trails, and inclines

Enhanced reproductive health and hormone balance

Reduced lifetime risk of obesity-related cancers

Increased energy and stamina for Sabino Canyon and the Loop

Stronger self-confidence and steadier emotional well-being

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Service Areas We Proudly Serve

We provide medical weight loss care across Arizona, with dedicated teams in:

Mesa

Glendale

Tempe

Sedona

Tucson

Queen Creek

Surprise

Phoenix

Your Path to Lasting Weight Loss Begins Right Here in Tucson

Choosing surgery is a big decision, and you should not have to make it while guessing at the price. Our bariatric surgeons in Tucson, AZ, along with our dietitians and patient advocates, build a plan around your health history, your schedule, and your budget. You will know what you qualify for before you commit to anything.

Unlock Your Healthiest Self

Find out whether you qualify for free weight loss surgery in Tucson, AZ through your employer. Take the 60-second assessment, request an appointment online, or call to book a visit at our Tucson bariatric clinic.