Free Bariatric Surgery Information Seminars
Obesity is a disease that's often difficult to overcome without medical assistance. The Samaritan Metabolic and Bariatric Care program at St. Peter's Health Partners can help. We deliver comprehensive care and personalized support that helps more people achieve their weight loss goals.
Weight loss surgery may be part of the journey to a healthier you. Our free bariatric surgery information sessions help you learn how it works. You can also meet our team, find out what to expect and ask questions.
Bariatric Surgery at St. Peter's Health Partners: Why Choose Us?
With advanced training and an exceptional success rate guide your care, our team uses minimally invasive techniques and operate through small incisions for surgery that's gentler on your body. Our commitment to bariatric surgery excellence has earned our program national recognition. And we continue caring for you long after your procedure. Meet Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Samuel Hykin.
You benefit from the expertise of multiple specialists who work together to help you achieve your goals. Our team includes medical weight loss experts, dietitians and mental health specialists who help maximize your chances of success. Find out more about our team approach to weight loss.
Who Are Information Seminars For?
Our seminars are for any person interested in learning more about bariatric surgery, as well as their loved one or support person. The seminars are available to you at no cost. After the seminar, it is up to you whether you wish to continue learning more or undergo an assessment.
You may wish to attend a seminar if you:
- Are extremely obese, body mass index (BMI) greater than 40
- Are obese (BMI between 35 and 40) and have a weight-related health issue, like hypertension, type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol
- Have had bariatric surgery and are gaining weight
- Need to undergo medically supervised weight loss to qualify for bariatric surgery
What Happens During Bariatric Surgery Information Seminars?
During seminars, you:
- Can talk with a bariatric surgeon and ask questions
- Learn about the health risks and complications of obesity
- Find out about surgery options and setting weight loss goals
- Get information about what to expect before, during and after surgery
- Hear about the other specialists on our team and how they can help you
Ready to Get Started?
Attending an information seminar is necessary to move forward with assessments and bariatric surgery. After the seminar, you schedule your first appointment where we perform evaluations and discuss the next steps in your care. Find out what to expect.
Our weight loss surgery seminars are held online. If you do not have access to a computer, we can arrange to meet with you in our office.
If you would like to request an appointment or attend a free seminar to learn more, please call 518-687-9779 or sign-up below.