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Home » Services » Bariatric Surgery Bariatric SurgeryWhat is Bariatric Surgery?Bariatric surgery is another term for weight loss surgery. Intended to facilitate weight loss by altering normal digestive function, bariatric surgery is performed on morbidly obese patients who often have weight-related illnesses. There are several types of bariatric surgery procedures:
For more information about bariatric surgery, visit our Health Library. Nationally Recognized Bariatric ProgramSisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo has been named a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. This designation is awarded to surgeons and programs with a demonstrated track record of favorable outcomes in bariatric surgery. We are also a Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery™ as a result of our positive outcomes. In a study by HealthGrades, Sisters Hospital ranked #1 in New York State and in the top 5% in the nation for bariatric surgery. State-of-the-Art Bariatric WingThe Bariatric Wing at Sisters Hospital is located on 3 West and is designed specifically to accommodate our patients seeking weight loss surgery. Click here to view a photo album of our bariatric wing. Patient SatisfactionOur patients are consistently satisfied with the care and service they receive at Sisters of Charity Hospital. In September 2008, of 100 patients surveyed, most agreed that:
More InformationFor more information about Catholic Health’s bariatric services, contact HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday. |