Weight Loss Surgery
Baptist Medical Group-Medical Arts Surgical Group offers expert weight loss surgery solutions designed to support your health goals. Our compassionate team helps patients lose weight and improve overall health through tailored surgical options and comprehensive care. We are dedicated to guiding you through every step of your weight loss journey, offering exceptional support for long-term success.
- Personalized care plans tailored to your health needs
- Advanced, effective surgical procedures
- Comprehensive pre- and postoperative support
- Experienced specialists dedicated to your weight loss journey
Achieve Your Health Goals With Weight Loss Surgery
Bariatric surgery is a significant step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. At Baptist Medical Group-Medical Arts Surgical Group, we offer high-quality care tailored to meet your unique needs. Our expert team is committed to guiding you through every aspect of your weight loss journey, from metabolic and bariatric surgery to personalized pre- and post operative care.
We provide access to dietitians, support groups and online resources, ensuring comprehensive support every step of the way. Our innovative treatment techniques and compassionate care support patients in achieving their weight loss and overall health goals.
Why Choose Baptist Medical Arts Surgical Group for Weight Loss Surgery?
When considering bariatric surgery, Baptist Medical Group-Medical Arts Surgical Group offers unparalleled care focused on your health and well-being. Our weight loss surgery team specializes in gastric sleeve surgery and provides high quality care tailored to each patient's needs.
From pre operative counseling to ongoing follow-up care, our facility is designed to support your weight loss journey. Join our dietitians, access online support, and become part of our dedicated support group network—all aimed at helping to ensure lasting success.
- Experienced surgeon with extensive training in weight loss surgery procedures
- Comprehensive pre- and post operative care
- Access to personalized dietary and lifestyle guidance
- Robust support network, including online resources and community groups
Our Weight Loss Surgery Team
At Baptist Medical Group-Medical Arts Surgical Group, our dedicated weight loss surgery team is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each patient.
Our experienced bariatric surgeons and support staff work closely with patients to create personalized care plans for successful weight loss and overall wellness. With specialists in gastric surgery, obesity medicine and nutrition support, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Dr. D. Dru Denison
Renowned surgeon specializing in gastric and general surgery, with a focus on obesity medicine.
- General surgeon: Specializing in gastric sleeve surgery and committed to patient-centered care.
- Registered dietitians: Offer nutrition counseling and ongoing dietary support.
- Dedicated support staff: Provide compassionate care and ensure every patient's experience is seamless and supportive.
- Comprehensive medical center: Innovative facility equipped for safe, effective weight loss surgery.
What is Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
The gastric sleeve procedure involves removing a large portion of the stomach, reducing its size to a sleeve-like shape. It limits food intake and helps patients feel full sooner, supporting long-term weight loss and health improvement on their bariatric surgery journey.
Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery
Weight loss surgery offers numerous benefits that go beyond shedding pounds, helping patients improve overall health, enhance metabolic function and achieve lasting weight management.
Addressing morbid obesity and reducing the risk of life-threatening medical emergencies can also significantly boost mental well-being and prevent potential mental health crises. This intervention is a powerful tool in transforming lives and creating positive change.
- Improved overall health: Reduces risk of conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure.
- Enhanced metabolic function: Promotes balanced metabolism for better weight regulation and energy levels.
- Reduced risk of life-threatening medical emergencies: Lowers the likelihood of heart attacks, strokes and other critical conditions linked to obesity.
- Mental health benefits: Alleviates anxiety and depression related to weight, fostering improved self-esteem.
- Effective weight management: Helps shrink excess weight sustainably, improving quality of life.
Weight Loss Surgery Qualifications
If you are unsure about how to determine your eligibility for weight loss surgery, Baptist Medical Group-Medical Arts Surgical Group in Meridian, MS, can guide you.
We determine patient eligibility based on criteria such as body mass index and specific health conditions. Our goal is to ensure every patient has a safe, effective path to lasting weight management and improved health outcomes.
- BMI criteria: Generally, patients with a body mass index of 40 or higher, or 35 and above with obesity-related conditions, may qualify.
- Medical history: Must have a documented history of morbid obesity or being significantly overweight.
- Commitment to lifestyle changes: Patients should be prepared to make long-term lifestyle adjustments, including diet and exercise.
- Previous attempts at weight loss: A history of previous weight loss efforts and rehabilitation programs may be considered.
- Insurance coverage: Many plans cover bariatric surgery; our team can help verify benefits.
Preoperative Assessment and Preparation
Our team guides patients through a thorough preoperative assessment and preparation process, supporting the success and safety of each weight loss procedure.
Our tailored bariatric support program means patients receive comprehensive guidance to achieve optimal health and readiness for surgery. The process evaluates health status, sets realistic expectations and provides necessary education for long-term management.
- Initial medical assessment: Comprehensive review of medical history, current health status and weight management goals.
- Nutritional evaluation: Sessions with a dietitian to establish a pre- and post surgery diet plan.
- Psychological screening: Evaluation to ensure mental and emotional readiness for lifestyle changes.
- Preoperative testing: Laboratory tests, imaging and other assessments to determine surgical fitness.
- Educational seminars: Informative sessions to prepare patients for weight loss procedures and postoperative care.
- Personalized bariatric support: Ongoing guidance to promote adherence to health and lifestyle changes before surgery.