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Are you considering weight loss surgery? Get a step-by-step look at the process that will help lead you to a healthier lifestyle.
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Ellis Bariatric Care Center on FacebookOur bariatric care team has started a Facebook page to help support our patients and guide potential patients. It's another way for us to provide information to those pursuing weight-loss surgery.
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At the nationally recognized Ellis Medicine Bariatric Care Center, we offer a comprehensive surgical weight loss program to help qualified patients succeed in safely and effectively losing weight and keeping it off.

Commitment to Quality

At the Bariatric Care Center our commitment to quality of care and patient safety is second to none. We are a designated Center of Excellence by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. This means that we meet and/or exceed nationally set criteria and standards for bariatric care. In fact, our patients experience fewer complications than the national average for these types of surgeries.

Types of Bariatric Procedures

There are various types of bariatric procedures. Your bariatric surgeon will determine which one is the most appropriate for you. Among the most common procedures performed are:

  • Roux-en-Y (Gastric Bypass) Surgery (open and laparoscopic)
  • Laparoscopic Gastric Banding (minimally invasive)

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Weight loss surgery is only the beginning of achieving a healthier lifestyle. Following a proper diet and incorporating exercise into your daily routine are keys to success.

For advice on healthy eating, including regular "Fit Tips," as well as guidelines for exercise, click here...

The Body Mass Index (BMI) measures a persons body fat. Calculating your BMI can help you determine if you are at a healthy weight for your height.
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We offer free orientation seminars to help you get acquainted with this life changing journey. We also offer regular support groups to ensure you have the continued guidance and emotional support you need to be successful. Learn more...

 
 

Ellis Medicine Bariatric Care Center
1405 Fulton Avenue - Schenectady, NY 12308
Phone: 518.243.1313 Fax: 518.831.7007
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