The Surgical Solution to Weight Loss
Sometimes diet and exercise are not enough. If you are 100 pounds or more above your ideal weight, you might be a candidate for weight loss surgery. McLaren Macomb Bariatrics is committed to delivering quality care and providing excellence in our bariatric services. Designed to meet the specific needs of the bariatric patient, our program provides support services to guide patients along their weight loss journey.
Our comprehensive Bariatric Surgical Program includes:
- Complete medical evaluation
- Surgical consultation
- Psychological and nutritional counseling
- Complete pre- and post operative care
- Support groups
- Fully-monitored and specially-equipped unit for inpatient care
McLaren Macomb Bariatric Surgery Institute is located at 1030 Harrington Blvd. in Suite 302B in Mt. Clemens. McLaren Macomb Bariatric Surgery Institute is on the same side of the street as Comerica Bank on Harrington St. Our physicians, surgeons and other health care team members are committed to delivering care and providing excellence in our bariatric services. McLaren Macomb Bariatric Surgery services care close to home in Mt. Clemens, Macomb and other surrounding areas.
Are You a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery?
- Are you 100 pounds or more above your ideal body weight and want to lose
weight?
- Do you have a body mass index (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 you answered yes to any of the above questions, then 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 procedure is 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 will help you prepare for the changes and challenges that lie ahead.