Nazareth Bariatrics

At Nazareth Hospital, we recognize that morbid obesity is a chronic disease that affects all aspects of your life. Deciding to have bariatric surgery will dramatically alter your life: the resulting weight loss will make you feel better, look better and be healthier. The Nazareth Bariatrics program is designed to provide the resources and education you need both before and after surgery to help you succeed in losing weight and keeping it off permanently.

People considering bariatric surgery at Nazareth can expect a three to six month process of in-depth medical evaluations, as well as extensive education about the medical, nutritional, and behavioral aspects of surgical weight loss, leading up to their scheduled surgery date. In addition, patients and family members attend support group meetings.

If you are considering bariatric surgery, a bariatric specialist can help you determine if you are a good surgical candidate and what procedure may be most appropriate for you.