Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery

INTRODUCTION: Baptist Center for Bariatric Surgery provides an effective long-term weight loss solution with a proven record of favorable outcomes. Attending our free informational program is the first step to exploring ways to improve your health and change your life. Our program covers the following topics to help you decide if weight loss surgery is right for you: * How much can I lose and how weight loss can help improve weight-related conditions * Do I qualify for surgery and the patient evaluation process * Learn about the different types of weight loss surgery and the benefits and risks for each * How surgery can change your life and what to expect before during and after the surgery * How to obtain insurance approval and how to navigate the process * Meet the surgeons the bariatric coordinator and the dieticians MEET THE TEAM: Craig Morgenthal MD FACS [http://www.baptistjax.com/doctors/general-surgeon/dr-craig-morgenthal-md] * Board Certified General Surgeon * Fellow of the American College of Surgeons * Specializes in Minimally Invasive Surgery Steven Hodgett MD FACS [http://www.baptistjax.com/doctors/general-surgeon/dr-steven-hodgett-md] * Board Certified General Surgeon * Fellow of the American College of Surgeons * Specializes in Minimally Invasive Surgery In addition to the surgeons you will have access to specialists and services from the Diabetes and Nutrition Department the Sleep Disorders Center Cardiology Pulmonology Gastroenterology Behavioral Health and Rehabilitation. Each of these departments coordinates with our weight loss program to ensure that your needs are met before and after surgery. CLASS REGISTRATION: Registration begins at 5:30 PM SEATING IS LIMITED. Registration is required to reserve only the patient's spot. Friends and family are welcome to attend for support, but don't need to register. CLASS FORMAT: Presentation then Question and Answers 60 TO 90 MINUTES beginning at 6 PM CLASS LOCATION: Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville **If you would like to check your insurance coverage for SURGERY, please email a copy of the front and back of your insurance card to bariatrics@bmcjax.com**