The Weight Loss Surgery Program

The Problem of Obesity

1 in 3 adults in the United States are considered obese. Obesity is defined by having an abnormally high proportion of body fat or a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher. This is a national epidemic and poses more than cosmetic problems. Obesity can lead to serious health risks such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, stroke and cancer.

A Solution …

For many, dieting and exercise alone may not be enough to lose the weight. For them our Weight Loss Surgery Program may be an option.

What is Bariatric Surgery?

“Roux-En-Y” Gastric Bypass, commonly called bariatric surgery, is a laparoscopic procedure that reduces the size of the stomach to a small pouch that can only hold minimal amounts of food. The pouch fills rapidly and empties slowly, which causes the brain to respond with a feeling of fullness. This helps reduce caloric intake, allowing the person to lose weight.

Lap-Band

An alternative to gastric bypass, Lap-Band (Laparoscopic Gastric Banding) is a minimally - invasive procedure that involves placing an inflatable ring around a portion of the stomach. This creates a small pouch that helps limit the amount of food a person eats. The advantage of this procedure is that it is completely reversible.

A Team Approach

Bariatric surgery is a life-altering decision that requires careful consideration and monitoring. That’s why our Weight Loss Surgery Program employs a comprehensive approach. Every patient undergoes a thorough psychological evaluation before and after surgery. Patients are also given a personal fitness plan that includes nutritional counseling and vitamin supplementation. In addition to care from our expert surgeon, the team includes trained nurses and a program coordinator who are there to guide patients through each step of the process.

An Award-Winning Program

Hialeah Hospital is proud to be ranked the #1 Bariatric Surgery in Florida according to HealthGrades. HealthGrades is the nation’s largest independent healthcare ratings organization. We have also been designated a Certified Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Who is Eligible for Bariatric Surgery?

The Weight Loss Surgery Program offers an option for people who are 100 or more pounds overweight or have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or more.

Learn More

You can learn more about bariatric surgery by attending one of our free monthly seminars. We conduct seminars in both English and Spanish.

For information on The Weight Loss Surgery Program or to attend our next seminar call 1-800-470-7422.