At Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley, our two experienced surgeons perform hundreds of bariatric procedures each year — and they’ve been doing them since 2001. They use the most up-to-date, minimally invasive techniques. This means you’ll heal faster, with fewer scars.
For long-term success and weight loss, bariatric surgery patients need support. Here, you’ll find a top-notch lineup of caring clinicians to guide you as you move forward from surgery. As part of our program, you’ll find a medically-supervised weight loss program, nurse-led education classes, nutritional counseling, and a free monthly support group.
Our Bariatric and Weight Loss Center has earned top certifications and distinctions in the field, including those given by Blue Cross Blue Shield Distinction in Bariatrics, and the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program. That’s important not because of the plaques on our wall, but because it means we lead in taking care of our most important priority — you, our patients.
Are you a candidate for bariatric surgery?
To undergo bariatric surgery, patients must typically meet the following guidelines:
- BMI of 40+ with or without health issues
- BMI of 35+ living with heart disease, diabetes or sleep apnea
- Zero success: Not able to meet weight goals through diet and exercise
FAQs
No, in most cases, you do not need a referral. You can contact our bariatric coordinator directly to see if you’re eligible for weight loss surgery.
Most insurance companies provide benefits for bariatric surgery. A self-pay option is also available. Please check with your insurance provider for specifics.
Before you book a date, you must undergo evaluations by experts in nutrition and psychological health. Some insurance companies also ask patients to undergo a period of trying to lose weight, with supervision, before approving you for weight loss surgery.
Please plan on spending approximately three hours at Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley for your first appointment. Our bariatric coordinator will meet with you and describe all the services and support we provide.
In addition, you will complete a nutritional evaluation by our registered dietician. Finally, you will complete a comprehensive psychological evaluation by our licensed psychologist, who specializes in bariatric surgery.
Small steps to improve your health — starting right now — can go a long way toward a successful weight loss surgery.
The nutrition and behavior change experts we work with at Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley will guide you on specifics. But in brief, eating a nutritious diet, getting regular physical activity, quitting smoking, and avoiding alcohol all help you prepare, recover, and return to a full, active life.
Good hydration is essential for health and healing. After weight loss surgery, it’s a challenge to drink enough, because of the changes in your stomach. And caffeine does more than wake you up — it also acts as a diuretic, removing fluid from your body.
In addition, caffeinated and carbonated beverages also can irritate your stomach and contribute to ulcers. So, it’s important to follow the guidance of your surgical team and avoid these drinks.
Yes, absolutely. In fact, many people find it easier to get pregnant after weight loss surgery. However, you’ll want to wait at least 12 to 18 months. That ensures that your baby will get enough nutrition to grow and develop properly. Your bariatrics team at Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley will work with you for family planning that makes sense for your lifestyle.
