Bariatric Surgery at McLaren Lapeer is located at 1254 N Main St. right in between 2nd and 4th St. in Lapeer. Our physicians, surgeons and other health care team members are committed to delivering care and providing excellence in our Bariatric Services. Bariatric Surgery Institute at McLaren Lapeer services care close home in Lapeer and surrounding areas. More information about bariatric surgery is listed below.
If you are at least 100 pounds above your ideal body weight, have a BMI greater than 35 with one or more obesity-related health conditions, you may be a candidate for bariatric surgery.
Weight loss through bariatric surgery can improve several conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, depression, anxiety and asthma.
The comprehensive team, along with board-certified general surgeon Dr. Nick Nunnally, at the Bariatric Institute at McLaren Lapeer Region includes:
- Complete medical evaluation
- Surgical consultation
- Psychological and nutritional counseling
- Complete pre and post operative care
- Fully monitored and specially equipped unit for impatient care
Together with your team, you will decide if surgery is right for you.
Patients can expect the qualification process to include a series of tests as well as meetings with a nutritionist, psychologist and other support staff members in sessions leading up to surgery.
If you believe you may be a candidate for bariatric surgery, education is the first step.
To learn more on how to begin your journey to a healthier you, call (810) 667-5589.