A Lifelong Commitment

The Bariatric Medicine Program is not a “quick fix” for weight loss — there are many steps required to achieve success. For one, there is a lot of time involved, and a serious commitment to change is required. For individuals who undergo weight-loss surgery, the surgery itself is not the end of treatment. Time is needed for appointments with doctors, surgeons, nutrition education specialists and behavior medicine specialists both before and after surgery. A strict nutrition program will be necessary after surgery to maintain positive weight-loss results.

Nationally Accredited Bariatric Center

Saint Vincent Hospital has been accredited by MBSAQIP at the American College of Surgeons. This means that Saint Vincent Hospital has met the essential criteria that ensure it is fully capable of supporting a bariatric surgery care program and that its institutional performance meets the requirements outlined by the American College of Surgeons.

Getting Started

Our bariatric medical weight-loss program combines treatments and techniques in nutrition, medicine, psychology and surgery to achieve weight loss and improve health. Weight-loss treatment is centered on making permanent eating and behavior changes in addition to surgical solutions. Here’s how you can get started on this next step in your weight-loss journey:

• Meet with a Bariatric Internist for a consult. A complete physical by your primary care provider is needed within six months of this visit.
• Attend individual meetings and group sessions with a Nutrition Education Specialist.
• Meet with a psychologist for an initial assessment; attend a six-week class, with others, on learning new behaviors; and schedule regular follow-ups. Additional appointments may be required.
• Achieve lifestyle changes, including required weight loss, and attend all scheduled appointments. Doing so will demonstrate that you’re committed to long-term changes.
• Connect with a weight loss specialist today