Every year, more than 300,000 individuals in the United States choose to undergo bariatric or weight loss surgery to lose weight, improve their health and increase their quality of life. We understand making an informed decision to proceed with weight loss surgery may be difficult. We want to help make this choice as easy as possible for you.
We are recognized as a Center of Excellence by multiple organizations, which means we have created a program based on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction. Our unique partnership of physicians and hospital-based services can help you achieve the life-long health you have been looking for. Our team is here to guide you on this journey of hope and health.
Good Samaritan Hospital’s Weight Loss Surgery Center has earned several national recognitions of quality outcomes for patients including: American College of Surgeons-American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence (ACS-ASMBS) and is recognized as a bariatric center of excellence by many insurance providers. Our bariatric surgeons are members of the ASMBS and our nurses are Certified Bariatric Nurses. Our support group facilitators are Life and Bariatric Coaches. We offer:
-Extensive Pre & Post Surgery Education, - Support Groups in person and on the phone, -Travel Resources available, -Family Support, -Shorter recover time, -Private Rooms,- Quality outcomes.
HEALTH IMPACT OF SEVERE OBESITY
Severe obesity is a chronic condition that is associated with serious health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and more. It may result in chronic pain, depression, and decrease quality of life. Individuals with excess weight face increased risk of developing life-threatening conditions such as cancer, stroke, and heart attack.
Fortunately, successful surgical treatment of severe obesity can result in complete resolution or significant improvement of the majority of these conditions.
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408-559-2514 Bariatric Department