Bariatric Surgery

What 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:

those that restrict food intake (restrictive), such as lap band and vertical sleeve surgeries
those that affect absorption of nutrients (malabsorption)
those that do both (combination), such as gastric bypass

Nationally Recognized Bariatric Program

Sisters 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.

OHIP Preferred Provider

The bariatric program at Sisters Hospital has been named as a preferred provider by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in Canada. Our services will be covered by OHIP for Ontario patients undergoing bariatric surgery at Sisters Hospital.

State-of-the-Art Bariatric Wing

The Bariatric Wing at Sisters Hospital is located on 3 West and is designed specifically to accommodate our patients seeking weight loss surgery.

We have 10 designated private rooms for bariatric patients. The rooms are equipped with flat screen TVs, larger chairs, recliners, and beds, as well as private bathrooms to make sure our patients are as comfortable as possible during their stay with us.

Click here to view a photo album of our bariatric wing.

Patient Satisfaction

Our 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:

The nursing staff was pleasant and caring (93%)
The hospital staff was attentive (90%)
The staff answered all of their questions (97%)
Education prior to surgery prepared them for the experience (97%)
Education after surgery met their needs (97%)

Becoming a Patient

Individuals interested in bariatric surgery must attend an informational seminar and make an appointment with their family doctor to undergo tests necessary for surgical evaluation.

To get started, please call our HealthConnection representatives at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.