Gastrointestinal/Bariatric Surgery

Daniel Leslie, MD, Division Chief and Associate ProfessorOur division's vision is to be the preeminent group of gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeons in Minnesota serving patients suffering from gastrointestinal or obesity-related conditions, utilizing novel and some of the most advanced surgical techniques to restore health, provide an exceptional care experience, and improve overall well-being.

Our teaching and training mission is to teach our residents, fellows, and medical colleagues about advanced interventions for gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery; to train our residents and fellows to have sound decision-making regarding patient-centered care; and to be able to provide least invasive interventions with a focus on maintaining or restoring health as well as improving overall well-being.

Our research mission is to perform and publish pioneering research in the fields of gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery.

Fellowship program

The Advanced GI/Minimally Invasive Surgery fellowship is a one-year program with a heavy emphasis on all aspects of bariatric surgery.

Learn more about the fellowship

News & Events

13th Annual Bariatric Education Days:
May 25-26, 2017

As part of our commitment to region-wide education, we are organizing the 13th Annual Bariatric Education Days event, which will take place May 25-26, 2017. Early registration and more information can be found on the Continuing Professional Development website.

Treating Obesity: A Multidisciplinary Approach contributed by Daniel Leslie, MD and Charles Billington, MD.

Article appears in February 2017's Minnesota Physician.

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Integrated Health Care Approach, Research-Driven Strategies Improve Outcomes for Weight-Loss Surgery

Contributed by Daniel B. Leslie, M.D. Article appears in MetroDoctors. 2016;18(2):20-21. MetroDoctors is the journal of the Twin Cities Medical Society.

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