Considering weight loss surgery?

For anyone considering weight loss surgery, education is an important first step. McLaren Macomb’s Bariatric Surgery Institute offers free seminars about surgical weight loss options. Board-certified bariatric surgeon Dr. Carl Pesta will provide information and answer questions regarding bariatric surgery and life after surgery.

McLaren Macomb’s Bariatric Surgery Institute provides a wide range of services and procedures for our patients. To learn more and to access a complete schedule of seminars, healthy recipes and other resources, visit mclaren.org/macombbariatrics.

Are You a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery?  

• Are you 100 pounds or more above your ideal body weight?
• Do you have a BMI of 40 or greater?
• Do you have a BMI of 35 or greater with one or more obesity-related health condition(s)?
• Have other forms of weight control failed?
• Are you over 18 years of age?
• Are you well informed about the potential procedure and risks?

If so, you may be a candidate for weight loss surgery. Together, you and your McLaren bariatric surgeon will take steps to determine:

• If surgery is the right treatment for you
• Which type of procedures are right for you
• If you are mentally and emotionally prepared to make lifelong lifestyle changes

Expect the prequalification process to include a series of tests. You will also meet with a nutritionist, psychologist, and other support staff members in sessions leading up to surgery. McLaren Bariatric and Metabolic Institute will help you prepare for the changes and challenges that lie ahead.
If you believe bariatric surgery would improve your health and well-being, contact the Bariatric Surgery Institute at McLaren Macomb to begin a conversation and start the prequalification process.

FREE WEIGHT LOSS SEMINARS

For a list of seminar dates and times, please click here.

Seating is limited, so registration is preferred.
To register, click here or please call (586) 493-BARI (2274).