Bariatric Surgery Care

When considering surgery, finding experienced surgeons who have a strong track record of successful patient outcomes is critical.

Our program’s quality designations include:

• Designated as a Blue Distinction Center + for Bariatric Surgery by Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association for gastric stapling and gastric banding procedures - a distinction for healthcare facilities with demonstrated expertise and a commitment to quality care while meeting requirements for cost efficiency
• MBSAQIP accredited by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and the American College of Surgeons

• Recognized as one of America’s best hospitals for bariatric surgery by the 2017 Women’s Choice Award, which recognizes hospitals that have met the highest standards of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery through the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program

Surgeons who perform bariatric procedures at NHRMC Surgical Pavilion have impressive outcomes:

• Less than 1 percent required reoperation within 30 days in 2014 (compared to a national average of 3 percent)
• Six-month readmission rate significantly lower than the national average
• Average length of hospital stay of 1.2 days (compared to a national average of 2.1 days)

Obesity-related medical conditions are often reduced or eliminated after bariatric surgery. These conditions include:

• High blood pressure
• Type 2 diabetes
• High cholesterol
• Cardiovascular disease
• Coronary artery disease
• Cancer risk
• Infertility
• Joint pain

Bariatric surgery is a serious consideration and is associated with some risks. However, the risks of remaining significantly overweight are often greater.