Bariatric Surgery Program

4077 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92103
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San Diego Campus
4077 5th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103 US 32.7514 -117.158
    Phone
    619-294-8111
    Visiting Hours
    • 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Visiting hours may be adjusted based on the patient's needs and wishes.
    Emergency Services
    • The ER is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
435 H Street, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
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Chula Vista Campus
435 H Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910 US 32.6338 -117.083
    Phone
    619-691-7000
    Visiting Hours
    • 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Visiting hours may be adjusted based on the patient's needs and wishes.
    Emergency Services
    • The ER is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Weight Loss Surgery Options

Obesity is the second-leading cause of premature death in the U.S. A progressive disease, obesity often contributes to the development of other serious health problems, such as diabetes, heart disease, elevated lipids, sleep apnea, arthritis and even cancer.

Morbid obesity (or clinically severe obesity) is a biologically based disease. As with any serious disease, curing it requires medical attention. Surgical treatment offers an effective long-term method of weight control. In fact, according to scientifically published reports, in 95% of cases, significant weight lost through nonsurgical programs is regained within three to five years.

Scripps Mercy Hospital is a nationally recognized leader in bariatric surgery for clinically severe obesity. Having performed more than 12,000 bariatric procedures, the Bariatric Surgery Program at Scripps Mercy is a designated Center of Excellence by the American Society for Bariatric Surgery and a designated Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery by Blue Shield of California.

Many techniques to assure the right choice

The Bariatric Surgery Program offers traditional, minimally invasive and even Robotic Surgery for bariatric procedures, including:

If you have had little or no success with diets and other nonsurgical treatments, and fall within the range of acceptable operative risks, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) considers you an excellent candidate for bariatric surgery. Remember that these surgeries are tools to assist you in achieving your weight loss goals, and we will do everything we can to help, but your long-term commitment will dictate how successful the process is.

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Unique benefits of our program

  • Superior surgery outcomes with lower complication and mortality rates
  • Equipment that accommodates larger patients, including beds, gurneys, hover mats, tables and wheelchairs, scales and gowns
  • Unique counseling throughout the process, including psychiatric and physical evaluations before the surgery, close attention from surgeons and annual follow-ups
  • A highly trained, respectful staff, an active support network, informational lectures and lifelong follow-up care
  • Highly experienced bariatric surgeons who have operated on more than 12,000 patients
  • A Back On Track Program to help former patients maintain their recovery goals

Aftercare for life-long weight management

In addition to surgery performed by highly skilled, board-certified bariatric surgeons, our experienced team also provides comprehensive support before and after surgery, such as:

  • Informative community lectures to learn more about treatment options for obesity
  • Diet and exercise plans
  • Specialized counseling and support groups
  • Aftercare to help with continued weight loss and long-term maintenance

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