About The McLaren Bariatric and Metabolic Institute
McLaren Bariatric and Metabolic Institute is located just west of McLaren Flint in Flint, Michigan in Beech Hill Centre, located at G-3200 Beecher Road, Suite MBI. The Institute was designed to meet the specific needs of the bariatric patient. The waiting room, conference room and exam rooms are spacious and welcoming. Parking is free and located within 100 feet from the building.
The comfortable and inviting setting is an ideal place to begin your journey back to health. The specialists on staff at the McLaren Bariatric and Metabolic Institute care about you and are experts in helping you achieve your health and weight loss goals.
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McLaren Bariatric and Metabolic Institute cares about your success. Our surgeons and staff are well respected for both their professional and personal skills. When you are ready to take the first step to a new you, talk to us. Know that we are here to help make your journey to health a positive experience from beginning to end. Getting started is easy.
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Nicole Franklin, Psy.D., Assistant Medical Director
Nicole Franklin, Psy.D., provides psychological support to bariatric patients before and after their surgery. She also conducts the psychological evaluations to determine whether someone is a suitable candidate for surgery. Dr. Franklin is a graduate of Wright State University School of Professional Psychology in Dayton, Ohio. She completed fellowship training in psychology with the McLaren Family Practice Residency.
Tanya Brooks, FNP
Tanya Brooks, FNP, is a certified bariatric nurse through the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. To become a certified bariatric nurse, she had to fulfill at least two years as a bariatric nurse and pass a certification exam. Tanya has been a Family Nurse Practitioner for three years. She graduated from University of Michigan Flint 2010. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Northwestern Oklahoma State University and a graduate of Hurley School of Nursing.
Denise Maginity, RD
Denise Maginity, RD, is a registered dietitian with over 10 years experience with medical weight loss programs. As Coordinator of McLaren's Bariatric Institute, she provides nutrition education to clients as well as oversees the day to day operations of the clinic. Denise is a graduate of Michigan State University where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Nutrition. Denise enjoys working with the bariatric surgery clients and being a part of their new and exciting experiences before and after surgery.
The Institute was designed to meet the specific needs of the bariatric patient. The waiting room, conference room and exam rooms are spacious and welcoming. Parking is free and located within 100 feet from the building.
The specialists on staff at the McLaren Bariatric and Metabolic Institute care about you and are experts in helping you achieve your health and weight loss goals.
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