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Dr. Lee Schmitt, MD - Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery in Birmingham, Alabama

Dr. Lee Schmitt, MD

Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery

Birmingham, Alabama
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1437103801· License: 16072 (AL) verify
Medical school: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine · Graduated 1990(~36 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2025): $408 across 8 payments (what this means)
4.64(39 ratings)

In Dr. Lee Schmitt's own words

How Dr. Lee Schmitt describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • We're all about empowering you on your weight loss journey in Alabama

Specialization

  • Specializes in Bariatric Surgery

Training & credentials

  • The practice has helped thousands of patients.

Results

  • The practice helps patients achieve amazing results.

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About

Dr. Lee Schmitt is a bariatric surgeon, board certified in General Surgery, practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. His practice focuses on empowering patients throughout their weight loss journey. Dr. Schmitt performs gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery, having completed over 16,000 surgeries. He emphasizes outpatient sleeve gastrectomy, noting it is a 45-minute procedure performed through three tiny incisions. Dr. Schmitt states that sleeve gastrectomy offers better and cheaper results than weight-loss drugs, leading to significant and permanent weight loss. Patients often see conditions like heartburn, arthritis, and high blood pressure resolve within four months. Potential patients can begin by watching an online seminar at alabamawls.com. Financing options are available, with outpatient sleeve gastrectomy costing $7,990 and payments as low as $205 per month.

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SpecialtiesProceduresAverage CostReviewsIndustry PaymentsInsuranceLocationAffiliationsEducationFAQ

Specialties

  • Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Lee Schmitt, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Outpatient Sleeve Gastrectomy

$7,990

1 patient report

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

$13,320

Average of 5 patient reports · 2015–2017

About typicalTypical nationally: $2,875–$15,000 (median $11,700, 52 reports) compare ↗

4 Months Post-op

$14,000

1 patient report · 2015

Gastric Bypass

$15,000

1 patient report · 2015

Below typicalTypical nationally: $16,250–$26,000 (median $22,000, 18 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Lee Schmitt

Sourced directly from Dr. Lee Schmitt's social posts and replies.

Where is Dr. Schmitt's practice located?
The practice is located at 141 Village Street, Birmingham, AL 35242, conveniently situated right off of Hwy 280.
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What are the practice's operating hours?
The practice is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and on Friday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The office is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
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What financing options are available for weight loss surgery?
Financing options are available for weight loss surgery, with payments as low as $205 per month.
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How does sleeve gastrectomy compare to weight-loss drugs?
Dr. Schmitt's practice believes sleeve gastrectomy is superior to weight-loss drugs, leading to better and more permanent weight loss, and is also a more cost-effective option.
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What health conditions can resolve within the first four months after sleeve gastrectomy?
Within the first four months after a sleeve gastrectomy, patients can experience resolution of various health conditions including heartburn/reflux, arthritis, asthma, back problems, borderline diabetes, high cholesterol/triglycerides, fatty liver, high blood pressure, leg pain/swelling, shortness of breath, and sleep apnea.
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What kind of weight loss results can patients expect?
Patients at Dr. Schmitt's practice have achieved significant weight loss, with examples including a patient losing 99 pounds since their initial consultation, and another transforming from 287 pounds to 148 pounds, going from size 3x to size small.
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What are the details of an outpatient sleeve gastrectomy?
An outpatient sleeve gastrectomy at Dr. Schmitt's practice is a 45-minute procedure performed through 3 tiny incisions, allowing patients to return home the same day.
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How can I learn more or begin my weight loss journey with Dr. Schmitt?
Potential patients can begin their journey and learn more by watching the practice's online seminar, available at www.alabamawls.com. This seminar provides essential patient education and is recommended for those interested in permanent weight loss.
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From Dr. Lee Schmitt's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. Lee Schmitt Review Summary

4.73
Dr. Schmitt receives stellar reviews, averaging a 4.7 out of 5 stars across multiple platforms. Patients consistently praise his expertise and care.

Ratings from Other Platforms

care.healthline.com

4.6 out of 5

Based on 59 reviews

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doctor.webmd.com

4.8 out of 5

Based on 24 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.6 out of 5

Based on 35 reviews

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Dr. Lee Schmitt, MD - Bariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery in Birmingham, Alabama

Main Office

141 Village Street, Birmingham, Al 35242, Birmingham, Alabama

(205) 838-3047

Book a Service Consultation

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$408

Payments

8

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Lee Schmitt received $408 across 8 payments in 2025. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Medtronic, Inc..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (205) 838-3047

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

141 Village Street, Birmingham, Al 35242

Birmingham, Alabama

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Office Information

Phone: (205) 838-3047

Where does Dr. Lee Schmitt practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

141 Village Street, Birmingham, Al 35242, Birmingham, Alabama

(15 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

University Of Alabama
University Of Alabama School Of Medicine

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified In General Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Lee Schmitt online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointments are available. Contacting the office directly at (205) 838-3047 is recommended for scheduling.
Does Dr. Lee Schmitt offer telehealth?
The information provided doesn't mention telehealth services. It's best to contact the office at (205) 838-3047 for clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Lee Schmitt?
Patients overwhelmingly express positive experiences with Dr. Schmitt, describing him as a 'life saver' and crediting him with giving them their lives back. Many reviews highlight successful weight loss journeys, with procedures like gastric bypass and vertical sleeve gastrectomy mentioned. Patients appreciate his expertise and support throughout the process.
What areas of care does Dr. Lee Schmitt cater to?
Dr. Schmitt specializes in bariatric surgery and general surgery, with a focus on laparoscopic procedures. He performs weight loss surgeries, including gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery. He is also highly rated for his expertise in several other unspecified conditions. The practice is dedicated to empowering patients throughout their weight loss journey.