Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Procedures
Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Comprehensive program delivered by a multidisciplinary care team, including surgeons, physician assistants, registered dieticians, neuropsychologists, endocrinologists, and nurses. Several surgical procedures are performed on the stomach and digestive tract to facilitate weight loss.
Duration
4-6 weeks for complete surgical recovery, followed by lifelong lifestyle changes.
Eligibility
Determined in partnership with a physician, and is typically for individuals with significant health risks related to weight, and for whom other approaches have been unsuccessful.
Cost
Cost varies depending on insurance coverage.
Post-Bariatric Care
Comprehensive long-term care provided by endocrinologists and registered dieticians, including laboratory monitoring, nutritional guidance, lifestyle recommendations, and additional weight management treatment, if needed.
Note for clinicians: please place a referral to Metabolism, Endocrinology, and Diabetes
Duration
Lifelong
Eligibility
Patients who have had bariatric surgery or endoscopic procedures.
Cost
Cost varies depending on insurance coverage and is likely to include copays for ongoing follow-up appointments.
Endoscopic Bariatric and Metabolic Therapy
Non-surgical, outpatient procedures performed by trained gastroenterologists.
Duration
Variable
Cost
Cost varies depending on insurance coverage.
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