Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery | Practice Brochure

About Us

Obesity is a serious health risk that can increase the occurrence of life threatening illnesses and complications such as stroke, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. For many people, knowledge of these symptoms may lead to depression, anxiety and even a lack of motivation, but there is a solution to regaining a healthy and active lifestyle. The Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center in New York City has made significant results in the lives of countless patients and is among the nation's finest medical facilities renowned for quality obesity surgeons.

At the Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center, their surgical specialists are prepared to do what is necessary to minimize your pain and promote a long lasting beneficial medical result. They are committed to providing excellent quality medical care through physical therapy, nutritional plans and support before and after surgery. In terms of surgery, the board-certified team of specialists at Columbia Medical Center pride themselves on offering advance surgical treatments that utilizes minimal incisions to achieve precise results such as increased mobility, and recovery from diseases related to obesity. They are prepared to offer any assistance necessary to motivate and encourage patients throughout every phase of their treatment. Prospective patients will be pleased to know that the board-certified general surgeons offer several different types of weight loss surgery, depending on the severity of the case, including:

• Roux-en-Y Gastric
  
• Duodenal Switch
  
• LAP-BAND System
  
• Gastric Sleeve
  
• Obesity Surgery Revisions
  

Life changing surgery is now available with safer and healthier results than ever before. To take advantage of the advances made in weight loss surgery, contact the Center for Obesity Surgery at Columbia Medical Center in NYC today to schedule a consultation with an experienced Obesity Surgeon.