Ty D Kirkpatrick, DOGeneral Surgery in Tulsa, OK

Ty Kirkpatrick, DO, FACOS, is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained minimally invasive surgeon specializing in metabolic and bariatric surgery and foregut surgery at Ascension St. John in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Dr. Kirkpatrick provides comprehensive, personalized surgical care for patients seeking effective treatment for obesity and related conditions. He utilizes advanced robotic, laparoscopic, and endoscopic techniques when appropriate, with the goal of providing effective treatment while minimizing recovery time, hospital stays, and surgical scarring.

Dr. Kirkpatrick believes that successful weight management begins with understanding each patient as an individual. He takes the time to listen to patients, understand their health and weight-loss goals, and develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs. From the initial consultation through surgery and long-term dietary and weight-management support, patients receive comprehensive care through a multidisciplinary team.

In addition to bariatric surgery, Dr. Kirkpatrick has specialized expertise in treating foregut conditions, including hiatal and paraesophageal hernias, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and other disorders of the esophagus and stomach. His fellowship training in minimally invasive surgery provides him with advanced expertise in complex laparoscopic and robotic procedures.

Dr. Kirkpatrick and the Ascension St. John Healthy Lifestyles program are part of a center accredited by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). These accreditations reflect a commitment to high-quality, comprehensive metabolic and bariatric surgical care.

Patients interested in learning more about bariatric or foregut surgery can schedule a consultation with Dr. Kirkpatrick to discuss their options and develop a personalized treatment plan.