UPMC Bariatric Services: Personalizing Your Weight Loss Journey with Expert Doctors
UPMC Bariatric Services Banner: Expert Medical Weight Loss Solutions
Are you feeling weighed down by your weight? Know that you’re not alone. For individuals facing the challenges of obesity and seeking effective weight loss, UPMC Bariatric Services offers a pathway to a healthier life. Our dedicated Bariatric Doctors and comprehensive team provide a wide spectrum of weight loss solutions, both surgical and non-surgical, tailored to your unique needs.
Why UPMC Bariatric Doctors are a Top Choice
Choosing the right bariatric doctor and facility is crucial for a successful weight loss journey. UPMC Bariatric Services stands out by meeting the highest national standards, ensuring you receive exceptional care. We have earned the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) accreditation, reflecting our commitment to excellence.
MBSAQIP Accreditation Seal: UPMC Bariatric Services Recognized for Quality and Patient Safety
This prestigious accreditation signifies that UPMC Bariatric Services consistently undergoes rigorous evaluations to guarantee:
- Adherence to nationally recognized benchmarks, outcomes, and standards in bariatric surgery.
- A steadfast commitment to enhancing the quality of care and prioritizing patient safety.
- Access to the necessary resources and advanced equipment to perform a full range of bariatric procedures, even the most complex.
- Comprehensive and ongoing support for patients following weight loss surgery, guided by experienced bariatric doctors.
UPMC Bariatric Services offers a holistic approach that goes beyond surgical procedures, ensuring you have a dedicated bariatric doctor and a multidisciplinary team supporting you every step of the way.
Access to Bariatric Doctors Across Our Locations
UPMC Bariatric Services extends across numerous UPMC hospitals and outpatient offices in western and central Pennsylvania, as well as in New York. The specific services available may vary at each location, ensuring accessible care within your community.
Your Personalized Care Plan with Weight Loss Experts
Our team of bariatric experts, including experienced bariatric doctors and specialists from various medical fields, is dedicated to creating a personalized weight loss plan tailored to you. Your bariatric doctor will:
- Conduct a thorough evaluation of your medical history and overall health through comprehensive check-ups, including potential blood work and other necessary tests.
- Based on your individual assessment and test results, your bariatric doctor will determine the most suitable weight loss option for your needs.
- Collaborate with you to develop a personalized weight loss plan that aligns with your health goals and lifestyle.
Explore Non-Surgical Weight Loss Options with Our Experts
For individuals who prefer non-surgical approaches or are not candidates for surgery, we provide a range of non-surgical medical weight loss options. These programs are customized to your specific needs and are overseen by medical experts skilled in managing overweight and obese patients. These options include:
- Lifestyle Programs
- Comprehensive Weight Loss Services
- Low Calorie Meal Replacements
- Bariatric Weight Management
- Intragastric Balloon
- Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
Advanced Bariatric Surgical Services with Skilled Surgeons
Our highly skilled surgeons, leaders in their field, perform a variety of advanced bariatric procedures, including minimally invasive techniques. Working closely with your bariatric doctor, they will guide you in developing a personalized surgical weight loss plan and discuss the most appropriate surgical option for you:
Lifelong Support for Sustained Success
Our commitment extends beyond the initial procedure or treatment. We provide the ongoing support you need for successful long-term weight loss and weight management, ensuring you have resources and guidance throughout your journey.
Advancing Weight Loss Through Research and Innovation
Learn how our researchers and staff are dedicated to advancing the field of bariatrics by providing the latest therapeutic and surgical techniques to continuously improve patient care and outcomes.
Anita Courcoulas, MD, MPH, FACS, a leading bariatric doctor and chief of Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgery at UPMC, discusses various surgical weight loss options, the numerous health benefits of weight loss surgery, key factors for surgical candidacy, and realistic weight loss expectations.
Listen to the UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Weight Loss Surgery.
Dr. Anita P. Courcoulas, a renowned bariatric doctor and chief of minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at UPMC, highlights the life-changing benefits of bariatric surgery in this WPXI Community Matters feature.
In the News: UPMC Bariatric Doctors in the Media
Dr. Anita Courcoulas and other UPMC bariatric doctors are frequently featured in news articles and media outlets, recognized for their expertise and contributions to the field of bariatric medicine.
