What happens to the excess stomach after a gastric bypass?

After a gastric bypass surgery, the excess stomach that was removed is discarded and disposed of in a safe and hygienic manner. The remaining stomach is re-shaped into a smaller pouch to reduce the total volume of food intake during meals. This helps with weight loss and contributes to other health related benefits such as improved blood sugar control, reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, improved cholesterol levels, increased energy levels, and better mental wellbeing. Overall, this procedure can be life-altering for many patients!