Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery
At MountainView Medical Group, we understand how challenging weight loss can be. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one third of American adults are morbidly obese, increasing their risk for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain cancers, and keeping them from an active and happy life.
We also know that it's never too late to take control. Our dedicated metabolic and bariatric surgery program offers proven solutions and compassionate support when traditional options haven't worked. Like other men and women we have helped, we are here to help you enjoy your own life-changing success through weight loss surgery or non-surgical options.
Personalized Care to Help You Feel and Live Your Best
Our bariatric surgery program includes a specially trained team of professionals who will work closely with you and your primary care physician to create a personalized weight loss plan beyond surgical options that promotes your physical and emotional well-being.
Of course, support doesn't end when your surgical procedure does. From pre- to post-op and after, the bariatric team will be with you throughout your weight loss journey. Weight loss surgery is a lifelong commitment, and you can find peace of mind knowing that follow-up care is close to home.
MountainView Medical Group offers education and support to encourage and empower you through every step of your journey.
If you're struggling with obesity, and repeated dieting and exercise just haven't worked, bariatric surgery may be the solution for you. In fact, when combined with a treatment plan, weight loss surgery is the most effective option to combat severe obesity and maintain long-term weight loss, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Weight loss is a journey and we're here to help.
Many patients experience more than just long-term weight reduction - they experience notable improvement in their health. Through methods including dietary counseling, behavior modification, exercise, support groups and bariatric surgery, we do more than help reduce weight. We change lives.
You may be a candidate for a bariatric surgery if you:
- Are between the ages of 18 and 65 (If you're younger or older, your case may be considered)
- Have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above
- Have a BMI of 35 or above, and you also suffer from one or more health problems, such as type 2 diabetes or hypertension
- Have a BMI between 30 and 34 and you also have two or more weight-induced chronic conditions
- Struggle with a weight-related condition like hypertension, heart disease or sleep apnea
- Have tried or are currently trying to lose weight through other means such as diet, exercise and behavioral changes with only short term success
- Are psychologically ready for weight loss surgery and willing to commit to a whole new lifestyle
- Do not drink alcohol in excess
If you meet any of the requirements above, request a consultation.