Bariatric Surgery
Benefits of Bariatric Surgery
Each patient's experience with surgical weight loss is unique, and many discover that the surgery leads to transformative changes in their lives.
For some, it's the joy of returning to activities like hiking or running, that they haven't been able to do because of their weight. For others, it's about getting better sleep or just simply having the energy to keep up with their children or grandchildren.
Medically, surgical weight loss may:
- Improve chronic obesity-related conditions and reduce the need for prescription medications for diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes or high cholesterol
- Increase life span
- Improve long-term weight loss results
- Reduce or eliminate sleep apnea
- Improve self-esteem, energy level and personal sense of well-being
Am I A Candidate for Bariatric Surgery?
You may be a candidate for bariatric surgery if you meet the following criteria:
- You have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or higher or You have a BMI of 35 or higher and at least one comorbidity such as: Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, or heart disease
- You have attempted to lose weight in the past and failed to either lose the weight or keep it off
- You are committed to making lifestyle changes and understand the risks and benefits of the surgery
Calculate your BMI using these tools from the National Institutes of Health:
BMI Calculator - English BMI Calculator - en Español
Bariatric Surgery at EvergreenHealth
We are proud to be accredited with the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). This means that as a bariatric surgery center we meet the highest standards for patient safety and quality of care. This accreditation is awarded to programs that demonstrate a commitment to providing comprehensive care, from preoperative education to long-term follow-up. It ensures that the center adheres to rigorous protocols, has experienced surgical teams, and is dedicated to continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
We partner with all major health plans and our bariatric surgery program has received recognition from many of them, earning the following quality excellence awards:
- Aetna Institute of Quality
- OPTUM Bariatric Center of Excellence
- Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery
Your Surgical Weight Loss Options
EvergreenHealth Weight Loss & Bariatric Care offers these surgical options:
What to expect before and after weight loss surgery
Our Team Approach
Our team is dedicated to supporting you throughout your weight loss journey from your very first consultation, through surgery, recovery and beyond.
We provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative education and support, focusing on three key pillars to help you achieve your goals:
- Nutrition: Embracing a whole foods diet
- Movement: Incorporating activity, movement, and play into your routine
- Wellness: Adopting healthier lifestyle habits and behaviors
It's important to understand that weight loss surgery is a tool to help you transform your life. Achieving your goals also requires you to make changes to your lifestyle, including your nutrition and activity levels.
Bariatric Surgery Support Group
Research indicates that participating in a support group after your bariatric surgery leads to greater post-operative outcomes. That's why EvergreenHealth Weight Loss & Bariatric Care hosts our own monthly post-surgery support group.
Participants benefit from expert advice, peer support, guidance, education, and occasional guest speakers covering various weight loss topics.
The group meets every fourth Monday of the month virtually from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Register today by emailing WLBCsupportgroup@evergreenhealthcare.org.
