The Mount Carmel Bariatric Center is accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP), a part of the American College of Surgeons. MBSAQIP works to advance safe, high-quality care for bariatric surgical patients through the accreditation of bariatric surgical centers. Plus, our nationally accredited Bariatric Center performs the greatest number of minimally invasive robotic weight loss procedures in the Central Ohio area.
If you would prefer a non-surgical approach to weight management, Mount Carmel Health System and Central Ohio Surgical Associates (COSA) have partnered to create a new program designed to combine weight loss medications alongside diet and lifestyle modification to promote improved health outcomes. If interested, simply fill out our online pre-screening application form and, if eligible, COSA will contact you to schedule your initial consultation.
Our program at Mount Carmel includes three of the best bariatric surgeons in Ohio and specialized staff that includes a nurse practitioner, bariatric nurse navigator, bariatric dietitian and specially-trained nurses. It's an experienced, consistent, compassionate team that allows us to not only provide comprehensive care and achieve excellent outcomes that are well above national measures, but also to be here for patients like you long before and long after your weight loss surgery — when that understanding and experience matter most.
Weight-loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, can be an effective treatment for those at risk for weight-related health conditions and quality-of-life issues, especially when other treatments come up short. Is it right for you? Learn more with this quick survey. It takes only a few minutes to complete.
Health Risk Assessments (HRAs) are tools for patients to get a sense of their risk for developing conditions. These quizzes are not meant to be a clinical diagnosis or clinical review; they are meant to be directional - to provide consumers with information to discuss with their healthcare providers. The quizzes take no longer than five minutes to complete and provide some useful information and recommendations based on how questions are answered.
Take the Assessment
Undergoing surgical treatment for weight loss is a major decision. It requires education, careful consideration and commitment to long-term lifestyle changes. It also requires you meet a wide range of criteria to be considered.
- You must be over age 18 and past failed diet attempts are still relevant
- You must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than or equal to 35 regardless of the presence, absence, or severity of comorbidities
- Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) need to have a BMI greater than or equal to 30
Please note: Program requirements may NOT reflect your specific insurance requirements
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Patient Education
When it comes to your health, education is important. That’s why the bariatric program at Mount Carmel offers a variety of different resources to help keep you informed. We want you to have all of the information you need to help guide your health-related decision making.
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Bariatric Surgery Podcasts
Navigating Weight Loss:
Medical and Surgical Solutions Dr. Pagé shares the variety of options available for those looking to lose weight, from medical treatments like medications and lifestyle changes to surgical interventions such as bariatric surgery. Tune in as he breaks down the benefits, risks, and what to expect, offering listeners valuable insights to make informed decisions on their weight loss journey.
Transform Your Life: A Patient's Journey Through Bariatric Surgery:
Join us as Rachael Rush shares her heartfelt journey from struggling with weight to finding freedom through bariatric surgery. Discover the emotional ups and downs she faced, the support she received, and the transformation that changed her life forever. This episode offers hope and insight for anyone considering a similar path.
