Surgical Procedures:

• Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
• Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding
• Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
• Revisional Surgery
• Robotic Surgery
• Gastric Neurostimulator for gastroparesis patients

 I) Program for Surgical Management

        A) Preoperative Program-Optimal preparation for any of the bariatric procedures is crucial to

            the safety and success of the procedure and your long-term outcome.

             1) Nutritional Program:

       -Pre and Post-surgery nutritional counseling

       -Unlimited nutritional support up to one year post-surgery

       -Pre-operative nutrition class that cover post-surgery diet plan, eating techniques, 

        vitamins, minerals, protein supplements, and understanding the food label

                   -Educational handouts on diet and nutrition

             2) Psychosocial Support Program

                   -Counseling (individual, family, and group)

                   As part of our program fee, you will have access to our counseling staff.  You may

                   choose to use our social worker for your required pre-surgical psychological assessment.

                   In addition, experienced counselors and graduate level interns are available to you as

                   necessary both before and after surgery, with the goal of assisting you in developing

                   new strategies to modify unhealthy eating behaviors and to develop healthier coping

                   skills.  You may be helped by behavior modification, cognitive therapy, and/or

                   addressing social and emotional issues that may impede progress through your weight

                   loss journey.   Additional referrals may be given as needed to assist you in increasing

                   the overall quality of life following bariatric surgery.

                   The counseling staff strongly encourages support group attendance for all patients.  It

                   has been proven that patients using support groups and who develop strong support

                   systems are more likely to acheive and maintain a healthy weight over the long term.  

                   Our goal is your success!

             3) Exercise Therapy Program

                   -Exercise Classes (Basic)

                   -Water Aerobics Programs

             -Discounts for Gym Memberships

             -Pulmonary Rehabilitation

             -Physical Therapy

             -Pain Management

        B) Surgical and Medical Support

                   -Physician Consultation

                   -Medication for weight management (optional)

        C) Additional Services:

• Support Groups
• Patient Advocate 
• Private Hospital Room
• Insurance advisor to discuss your benefit and financial options.  Finance options available through several sources if your insurance does not cover the surgery. 
• Pre-operative testing follow-up with our bariatric nurse
• Binder provided at pre-op class that includes information regarding the surgery, follow-up care, and dietary guidelines.
• Special events
• Good Outcomes
• Lifetime Follow up!

II) Program for Medical Management

        A) Nutritional Program (6 months)     

                  -Counseling sessions on diet and nutrition

                  -Educational handouts on nutrition and exercise

                  -Medifast supplements (optional)

        B) Psychosocial Support Program

                   -As part of the program fee, you will have access to our counseling staff.  Our counseling 

                    staff will assist you in developing new strategies to modify unhealthy eating behaviors. 

                    You may be helped by behavior modification, cognitive therapy, and/or

                    addressing social and emotional issues that may impede progress through your weight

                    loss journey. 

        C) Exercise Therapy Program

                  -Exercise Classes (Basic)

            -Discounts for Gym Memberships

            -Pulmonary Rehabilitation

            -Physical Therapy

            -Pain Management

        D) Medical Support

                  -Medication for weight management (optional)

                  -Consulation with physician