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If you’ve decided to lose the weight, we can help.
Choosing to have weight loss surgery is no easy decision. And with so many options available, neither is choosing the right program and provider. AtlantiCare’s Center for Weight Loss is the most comprehensive program of its kind in southeastern New Jersey.
With over 20 years of experience performing bariatric surgeries in this community, our experts are focused on helping you reach a healthy weight and reduce the risks that come with obesity. If diet and exercise still haven’t worked, we’ll help you determine if bariatric surgery is a good next step.
Why Surgery?
It’s more than how you look. It’s more than a number on the scale. Keeping a healthy weight is crucial to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and reducing your risk of disease and other health complications, like:
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Joint pain
- High blood pressure
- Sleep apnea
- Certain cancers
People who are obese are also at higher risk for stroke, low HDL cholesterol, irritable bowel syndrome, arthritis, depression and anxiety. Research shows that when weight comes off, the risks decrease — or even disappear.
Before, during and after surgery.
At AtlantiCare, surgery is just one part of your weight loss journey. Our program is full-service and fully tailored to you — that means we’re by your side every step of the way, to guide you through diet, exercise, mental health and all other aspects of your life. Because weight loss is truly a life-changing event. Together with you and your family, we’ll create a long-term plan to help you meet your needs and reach your goals — and live the healthy, confident life you want.
Program services include:
- Nursing (for care and patient education)
- Nutrition
- Physical therapy and exercise
- Respiratory therapy
- Psychological counseling
- Patient care coordination
- Medical Management Plus Program [Jump down the page]
- Pre-surgery “boot camp” orientation
- Patient support group
If you are considering weight loss surgery and have questions about costs, please contact your insurance provider.
Medical Management Plus Program
This three-month program takes a holistic approach to improving your weight, health and life. We’ll teach you ways to eat healthier and customize a workout program for you — so that you can support and maintain your weight change long after surgery. This program will provide you with:
- Physician/provider guided care
- Registered dietitian counseling and education
- Nutritional supplement jump-start
- LifeCenter three-month membership, with personalized coaching and health evaluations
- Online monthly newsletters and support group sessions
- Build the foundation for a healthier lifestyle. Call 609-833-9833 for more details or to schedule a consultation.
Bariatric surgery options.
At AtlantiCare’s Center, all of our weight loss procedures are done robotically. A minimally invasive technique that drastically reduces pain, scarring and recovery time — so you can return to normal life faster.
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Gastric bypass
- Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch
- Revision surgery
Interested? Register for one of our free webinars to learn more about the specific bariatric surgical procedures we offer.