Getting started with bariatric surgery
Take the next steps on your weight loss journey
If you’re struggling to lose weight and are considering bariatric surgery, we can help. Many of the experts on our care team have been right where you are. We understand your concerns, fears and frustration, and we’re ready to answer all your questions.
Our patient navigators are here to guide you through each step of your weight loss journey, from consultations through follow-up appointments after surgery.
Get started on your journey
Bariatric surgery can help people with obesity lose weight, but it requires a commitment to lifelong dietary and lifestyle changes. The first step in the process is learning whether you qualify for surgery.
Most insurance companies require the following qualifications for bariatric surgery:
- Age 18 or older
- Body mass index (BMI) greater than 40 or greater than 35 with Type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, GERD or other obesity-related health conditions
- Multiple unsuccessful attempts to lose weight with diet, exercise or weight loss medications
- Nonsmoker or willing to quit smoking at least six weeks before surgery
- Willing to commit to a healthy, active lifestyle
If you don’t meet these qualifications, you may still qualify for bariatric surgery at Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic with a self-pay option. Our team can help you understand your options.
Weight loss surgery has been shown to improve the quality of life and life expectancy of people with obesity. However, it requires a lifetime commitment to a healthier lifestyle.
It’s important to understand the benefits, risks and possible complications of bariatric surgery. We offer no-obligation information sessions to help you understand how weight loss surgery can help you overcome obesity and achieve your health goals. These free seminars cover key details and answer common questions about:
- Surgery options
- Life after surgery
- Our approach to care
You’ll hear from others who, like you, turned to bariatric surgery to lose weight and change their lives.
Bariatric surgery can help you become healthier and live a longer, more fulfilling life. The expert bariatric surgeons at Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic specialize in minimally invasive laparoscopic gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy and Lap Band® surgery.
Weight loss surgery is a long-term solution that can help you lose weight and keep it off. People who choose bariatric surgery can also benefit from improved obesity-related health conditions, including:
Our team focuses on your unique needs. We help you understand the importance of nutrition, exercise and lifestyle changes necessary to succeed.
Discover more about bariatric surgery
Learn the facts about weight loss surgery outcomes and safety and whether surgery might be right for you.
Learn about weight loss surgery at Atrium Health Floyd and Harbin Clinic
Weight loss surgery offers many health benefits. It can change your life, but only if you commit to a lifetime of healthy diet and exercise habits.
When you're ready to discover whether bariatric surgery is right for you, take the next step and register for a free, no-obligation information session.
You’ll learn valuable information about:
- What you need to consider before choosing surgery
- Weight loss surgery options
- How our team supports your health and helps you achieve your goals
Attend an information session to begin your journey.
Questions before you register? Contact our patient navigators at 706-509-5122 or email us.