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We were recently awarded the highest rank of Level 1A Bariatric Surgery Center, bestowed by the Bariatric Surgery Center Network (BSCN) Accreditation Program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS)
Since 1999, we have performed more than 850 bariatric procedures, making our program the largest and most successful program of its kind on the North Shore.
About the NSMC Surgical Weight Management Program
Our comprehensive Surgical Weight Management Program is geared for optimal patient success. We start with a thorough
evaluation process, during which time we determine with you which of our
minimally invasive surgical procedures (gastric bypass, lap band and sleeve gastrectomy) would suit you best.
In the months following surgery, you'll take part in our extensive
post-operative program , which includes medically supervised cardiac risk reduction, education about nutrition and exercise, and also provides peer support. Two to three years after surgery, the average weight loss for our patients is 109 pounds.
See our
Positive Surgical Outcome data for 2009 We invite you to
read patient stories to learn more. We also encourage you to download and read our
Surgery Guide for Weight Management Patients if you are considering bariatric surgery. You'll receive this same booklet in regular printed format when you become a patient.
Non-Surgical Options for Weight Management
If you are not eligible for surgery or if you would prefer an alternative to surgery, we are committed to helping you attain your ideal weight and health goals through other measures.
Through our Wellness and Integrative Medicine Center we offer classes such as Beyond Dieting and the LEARN program for Weight Loss, which was developed at Yale University and is designed to help participants achieve permanent results. Email us to learn more about both classes.
