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EVERYTHING YOU'VE BEEN TOLD ABOUT

WEIGHT LOSS IS WRONG.

It's time to relearn everything you've been told about how to lose weight.

EVERYTHING YOU'VE BEEN TOLD ABOUT WEIGHT LOSS IS WRONG.

It's time to relearn everything you've been told about how to lose weight.

Fact or Myth Videos

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Most Diets Work

Dr. Leslie Pristas explains why "Just working harder" doesn't work when it comes to diet and exercise.

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Bariatric Surgery is an Extreme Option

Bariatric Surgery Enhances the Results of Diet and Exercise.

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Bariatric Surgery is Safer Than Having a Gallbladder Removed

We work with patients on an individual basis making bariatric surgery a very safe and personalized procedure.

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Bariatric Surgery is a Life-saving Surgery

Often, undergoing bariatric surgery is safer than continuing to live with heart disease, diabetes or other obesity-related conditions.

CALL 216-592-2801 TO MEET WITH A SURGEON.

Achieve Lasting Weight Loss at Last

Maybe you’ve been gaining weight for years. Maybe it has caused health problems like diabetes, sleep apnea or high blood pressure. Our team understands your frustrations, your goals, and what weight loss means to your quality of life. Your story is far deeper than numbers on a scale.

We offer a highly personal approach that treats the whole you during the entire process, from preparing for surgery to supporting you long-term to help keep the weight off for good.

If you have a body mass index (BMI) greater than 35, you may be a candidate for bariatric surgery.

You could also qualify if your BMI is over 30 and you have significant weight-related health problems.

You’ll start by meeting with a bariatric surgeon at your first appointment. Our surgeon is joined by a dedicated bariatric team of physician assistants and nurses as well as:

  • Dieticians for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling
  • Patient advocates to help you navigate surgery, financing and
  • Psychologist to help you adjust to your new lifestyle

Bariatric surgery can be life-changing for many, from resolving diabetes to relieving joint pain.

Schedule a Bariatric Surgery Consultation

Regardless of your BMI, a number is not your whole story. We want to learn more about you because that is how we find answers. We invite you to get to know us by scheduling a Bariatric Surgery Consultation to learn more about your medical weight loss options. It’s just one little step to making a big change in your life.

Please complete the form below to request a bariatric consultation, and we will contact you.

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Under 16 Severely Underweight
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Between 21 and 25 Healthy Weight
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