Mercy Fitzgerald Bariatrics

Bariatric surgery is a major and life-altering event. Although surgery can be an effective weight loss treatment, it is not for everyone. At Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital, we understand the challenges and questions you may face when deciding to undergo bariatric surgery. Our team of bariatric experts can help you determine whether you are an appropriate candidate for weight loss surgery.

Mercy Bariatrics offers the latest bariatric surgical procedures, including gastric banding, gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy which can help you:

• Experience significant weight loss
• Resolve or reduce diabetes
• Reduce joint pain
• Decrease or eliminate use of medications for hypertension and high cholesterol
• Improve or resolve sleep apnea

Our comprehensive services also include nutritional counseling, diabetes education, behavioral health support, exercise programs and support groups.