Selecting a bariatric physician and hospital for weight loss surgery is just as important as the decision to have weight loss surgery.  It is important to select a bariatric center that provides a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary weight loss program that offers the bariatric procedure that’s right for you and your lifestyle.

Avoid bariatric physicians performing experimental procedures.  Bariatric surgeons, nurses, nutritionists, psychologists, and fitness trainers should also be available through the center, and the staff should be well-trained and experienced.  Surgeons should be board-certified in general surgery and have significant abdominal surgery experience. Surgeons with subspecialty training and experience are a plus.