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Bariatric Surgery

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Bariatric surgery can be life transforming, offering individuals an opportunity to lead a more active and satisfying life.

Morbid obesity is diagnosed by determining Body Mass Index (BMI), the ratio of an individual’s height to his or her weight. Normal BMI ranges from 20-25. An individual is considered morbidly obese if he or she is 100 pounds over his/her ideal body weight, has a BMI of 40 or more, or 30 or more and experiencing obesity-related health conditions, such as high blood pressure or diabetes. Losing weight can be extremely difficult. And, for people who have 100 pounds or more to lose, it can be even more challenging. For some, weight loss surgery may offer a solution where other methods have failed. 

Bariatric surgery may be right for you if:

  • Your BMI is 40 or higher. 
  • Your BMI is 35 to 39.9 and you suffer from one or more obesity related health problems such as Type II Diabetes or Hypertension.
  • You have been overweight for more than 5 years.
  • Your previous attempts to lose weight have only had short-term success.
  • You do not have any other disease that may have caused your obesity.
  • You are prepared to make substantial changes in your eating habits and lifestyle.
  • You do not drink alcohol in excess.

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Our bariatric surgery program provides education and support that begins before surgery and extends through recovery to ensure individuals are set up for success and includes nutrition and fitness education to provide individuals with the tools they need to maintain long-term weight loss. Experienced surgeons specialize in bariatric surgery, and offer proven weight loss techniques such as:

  • Lap-Band® Adjustable Gastric Banding – A less-invasive procedure that places a device around the upper part of the stomach to help you feel full sooner and longer. Surgeons can easily change the diameter of the band to meet weight loss needs, and the procedure is also reversible. This technique offers less pain and trauma, and a quicker recovery than traditional weight loss surgery methods.
  • Gastric bypass – A type of weight loss surgery that reduces the size of your stomach to a small pouch – about the size of an egg. It does this by stapling off a section of it. This reduces the amount of food you can take in at meals.
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy – Through small incisions, each between one and two inches long, the surgeon removes approximately 70 percent of the stomach. This new stomach has a total capacity of just three to five ounces, which means patients feel full or satisfied after eating only two to four ounces of food.

 

Seminars and Support Groups

Find out if bariatric surgery is right for you by reading our resource articles below, or by attending an informational seminar.

Talk to your doctor to find out whether bariatric surgery is a good option for you.

Patient results may vary. Consult your physician about the benefits and risks of weight loss surgery.

Learn more information at our monthly weight loss seminars Weight Loss Seminars 

Join people who are going through or have gone through bariatric surgery in our monthly support groups that happen the third Tuesday every month Bariatric Support Groups 

Please contact Ashley Lucas, Bariatric Coordinator, if you have any questions or want more information

Interested? Click here!

Patient Testimonials

Kate

"Having this surgery not only saved my life, it gave me a life I could have never dreamed of. I'm able to do anything and everything now without fear of my weight holding me back." -Kate, lost 160 pounds.


Maureen

Maureen

"This has been one of the best adventures of my life!  I actually have the energy to live my life, the way I want to live it!" -Maureen, lost 70 pounds in 6 months and contunues to work towards her 100 pound weight loss goal.


Greg

Greg

“Going to an amusement park and finally fitting on the rides with my grandchildren is one of my favorite achievements since my weight loss surgery.” -Greg, lost 140 pounds and has kept it off for over 3 years.

 

Our Team

  • Diego Velarde, MD
    Diego Velarde, MD
    Bariatrics and General Surgery. Fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Ashley Lucas
    Ashley Lucas
    Bariatric Coordinator

Conditions

  • Your BMI is 40 or higher. (Use our BMI Calculator)
  • Your BMI is 35 or higher and you also suffer from one or more health problems such as Type II Diabetes or Hypertension.
  • Your BMI is between 30 and 35 and you also have significant weight induced comorbidities.

Treatments

  • Lap-Band® Adjustable Gastric Banding
  • Gastric bypass
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass Revision

Resources

    Living well, controlling weight Which Bariatric Weight Loss Procedure Fits your Lifestyle? Our experts can help you decide on the right weight loss surgery for your lifestyle. Before you choose a weight loss procedure, consider lifestyle factors to determine the best fit.
    Living well, controlling weight How Effective is Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery? For qualified individuals, bariatric surgery is the most effective way to lose weight and improve obesity-related conditions, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Here’s what you need to know about long-term bariatric surgery success.
    Living well, controlling weight Bariatric Surgery - See Immediate Results After months or years of unsuccessfully working on weight loss on your own, weight loss surgery is a tool that provides hope for treating or preventing common illnesses associated with obesity. Many patients experience the results quickly and have the tools they need to maintain a lower weight long term.
    Living well, controlling weight 5 Steps to Bariatric Weight loss Surgery Success A multidisciplinary team of surgeons, nurses, dietitians, exercise coaches, mental health providers and a bariatric coordinator partners with patients before and after surgery to guide them toward better health.
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Bariatric Surgery
Rockledge Regional Medical Center
110 Longwood Ave.
Rockledge, FL 32955
321-636-2211

Bariatric Coordinator
Ashley Lucas
321-637-2958
Ashley.Lucas@steward.org

Interested? Click here!

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