Bariatric Surgeon. Specializing in RNY (gastric bypass), Inamed Lap-Band® and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Zapata has excellent credentials but equally important, his life has been affected by morbid obesity. After losing his father to an early death and witnessing first hand how obesity maims family members cell by cell, he vowed to dedicate his life to helping people overcome obesity through weight loss surgery. Dr. Zapata understands first hand the pain of living in a body that doesn’t respond to traditional methods of diet and exercise, while also internalizing that we each need to make solid choices regarding exercise, diet and balance in our lives. Dr. Zapata not only speaks about obesity from first hand experience, he leads by example - running daily and eating a healthful diet etc. Dr. Zapata is eminently qualified to help you select the surgical procedure that is correct for you (Inamed Lap-Band®, RNY-gastric bypass or Sleeve Gastrectomy) and to provide the counseling and aftercare necessary to regain your health.