Bariatrics | DHR Health | Serving McAllen and Rio Grande Valley
Bariatrics • Edinburg, TX • Since 1997
About
DHR Health is a private, Edinburg-based hospital system (founded 1997) serving the Rio Grande Valley, including McAllen and surrounding areas. It offers comprehensive services across many specialties with a focus on bariatric surgery and related weight-management care, along with behavioral health, rehabilitation, women’s health, and general surgical services. The system operates 21 offices in the United States (primarily in Edinburg and McAllen) and supports patient portal access, admissions, and volunteer opportunities. Key details: 1,086 employees; annual revenue $100M–$500M; SIC/NAICS 80/806 and 62/622. If you’re seeking bariatrics at DHR Health, you can contact their patient portal or clinics in Edinburg/McAllen for consults, procedures, and follow-up care.
Clinic Type
Bariatrics
Address
5500 Raphael Drive, Edinburg, TX 78539
Phone
956-362-8677
RecruitmentTeam@dhr-rgv.com
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri | 8am - 5pm
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
Current Offers
Free Informational Seminar — null
FAQs
What is bariatric surgery and who is it for?
Information about obesity treatment options and eligibility typically provided during seminars and physician consultations.
What are the benefits of bariatric surgery?
Bariatric surgery offers a wide range of health benefits beyond weight loss. It can help address serious medical conditions such as obesity, hormonal imbalances, and sleep apnea. Many patients also experience improvements of other conditions like hypertension, fatty liver disease, and even type 2 diabetes. By making lasting changes to your metabolism and eating habits, bariatric surgery can significantly improve your overall health and quality of life.
What is the first step to take on my health journey?
The first step is attending our Free Informational Seminar. During the seminar, you'll have the opportunity to meet our expert surgeons and learn about the options available to you. To get started, register online at www.rgvweightloss.com.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- obesityhelp.com (DHR Bariatric and Metabolic Institute Hospital - overview): 4.83/5 (13 ratings / 13 reviews)
- obesityhelp.com (Luis Reyes bariatric surgeon - McAllen): 4.83/5 (50 ratings / 50 reviews)
- vitals.com (Dhr Health Bariatric and Metabolic Institute - Edinburg): No practice-wide rating shown (0 reviews) (0 reviews)
- Facebook (DHR Bariatric and Metabolic Institute): 96% recommend (69 reviews)
- yelp.com (DHR Health - Hospitals, Edinburg): Not provided in snippet (examples of negative feedback shown) (Not provided in snippet)
- yelp.com (DHR Health Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Edinburg): Not provided in snippet (examples of negative feedback shown) (Not provided in snippet)
Patients praise
- Staff and surgeons described as professional, caring, and knowledgeable (esp. Dr. Alleyn / Dr. Reyes)
- Positive patient outcomes reported (e.g., substantial weight loss, feeling well-informed/at ease)
- Some sources show high recommendation rates (e.g., Facebook)
Common complaints
- Operational/communication problems described (e.g., referrals/appointments not made, delayed or missing notifications)
- Patient dissatisfaction with care experience/organization (e.g., unorganized, call buttons ignored, difficulty finding doctor)
- Yelp reviews include very negative sentiments (e.g., '0 stars' style complaints)
"“I was so nervous at having such a major surgery but after speaking with Dr. Alleyn and his staff I Was at such ease and so well informed.”"
— obesityhelp.com review excerpt (DHR Bariatric and Metabolic Institute Hospital overview)"“Doctor is fantastic… Very skilled and caring surgeon.”"
— obesityhelp.com review excerpt (Luis Reyes bariatric surgeon - McAllen)"“If I could give this 0 stars I would…”"
— yelp.com excerpt (DHR Health Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Edinburg)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Ask the Expert: Transforming Lives Through Bariatric Surgery - Rio Grande Guardian — Jun 23, 2026
- A Doctor’s Mission to Improve Life After Bariatric Surgery - Mega Doctor News — Jul 17, 2025
- DHR expands healthcare campus in Starr County — Mar 6, 2026
- Advancing Healthcare in the Rio Grande Valley - Mega Doctor News — Mar 18, 2026
- Building Advanced Care at Home in the Rio Grande Valley - Mega Doctor News — Mar 18, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More bariatrics clinics in Edinburg
South Texas Health System (Edinburg, TX) offers weight loss/bariatric surgery as part of its broad acute care and surgical services. The system is a multi-hospital health network serving the Rio Grande Valley, with facilities including specialized centers for pediatrics, heart, and emergency/trauma care. Key details: - Location: Headquarters in Edinburg, TX; serves Edinburg, McAllen, Mission, Weslaco, and surrounding areas - Services: Bariatric/weight loss surgery among its medical and surgical offerings; comprehensive care in cardiology, orthopedics, oncology, and other specialties - Facilities: Includes South Texas Health System Heart (cardiac-focused), South Texas Health System Children’s, and multiple freestanding ERs - Access: Main campuses and affiliated clinics in the region (addresses in Mission, Edinburg, McAllen, Alamo) If you’re specifically seeking weight-loss surgery options, this system provides bariatric surgery services as part of its surgical lineup and participates in related health plans and partnerships across the region. For precise procedures, eligibility, surgeon availability, and scheduling, contact the Edinburg campus or the system’s main line.
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