Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS) Program has a multi-disciplinary team to help you to lose weight, maintain weight loss and regain your health. Our program is accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation Quality Improvement Program. We provide a sensitive and comfortable environment to help ensure long-term success.
Who Qualifies for Bariatric Surgery
Weight loss surgery is a great option for someone struggling with obesity. To qualify, a person must: Have a Body Mass Index of 40 or greater, or, have a BMI of 35 or greater and a comorbidity, such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or sleep apnea.
Bariatric Surgery Options
Obesity is a chronic and progressive disease recognized by medical professionals and the World Health Organization. Obesity is a complex disease caused by the complicated interaction.
To Get Started:
- Talk to your insurance carrier
- Talk to your primary care provider
Eating Habits after bariatric surgery
Drinking beverages after bariatric surgery
Lifestyle habits to keep you healthy
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Bariatric Welcome Webinar
Bariatric Welcome Presentation
Plastic Surgery Medical Services
Body Contour Procedures after Weight Loss:
- Abdominoplasty
- Body Lift
- Brachioplasty
- Liposuction
- Panniculectomy
- Thigh Lift
510 E. Bloomington St
Iowa City, IA 52245
Phone: 319-338-9247
Our support group is a way to connect with others in our program and to share your experience to help others.
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month from 6 - 7 p.m. on Teams.
You can join from your computer or phone:
Meeting ID: 260 491 921 417
Passcode: cj9c4c
If you have any questions, please call our Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Clinic at 319-688-7880.