For severely obese people who have tried diets and weight-loss programs, Avera offers weight-loss surgery or bariatric surgery to help you lose weight and improve health. Procedures include Adjustable Lap Band and Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass; insurance consultations, support groups. Locations in Mitchell and Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Surgical Institute specializes in general surgery, vascular surgery, general thoracic surgery and bariatric surgery (Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery and Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band). Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Consumer Guide to WLS
Bariatric Surgery:
Center of Excellence
Individuals who are looking into weight loss surgery should consider the benefits of choosing a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence program and find out what it can offer them in terms of care, results, and satisfaction.
The process to become a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence is rigorous, with comprehensive requirements and a thorough review of facilities, surgeons, staff, hospital, and medical records to assess each facet of care specific to bariatric surgery patients.
For a medical center to earn this distinction is similar to an actor being awarded an Oscar or an athlete winning an Olympic gold medal. It recognizes excellence in achievement and dedication to the highest standards in caring for bariatric surgery patients.
