Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery at Cleveland Clinic

Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery provides surgical treatment for selected patients with severe obesity and obesity-related health conditions. The service may include procedures designed to support significant and sustained weight loss and improve obesity-related metabolic conditions.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The total cost depends on the type of bariatric procedure, preoperative evaluation, laboratory testing, imaging, anesthesia, hospitalization, postoperative monitoring and follow-up care. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after specialist assessment.

Complete Description

What Is Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery?

Bariatric and metabolic surgery includes surgical procedures designed to help eligible patients achieve significant weight loss and improve obesity-related health conditions.

Depending on the patient's circumstances, procedures may alter the digestive system to influence food intake, nutrient absorption and metabolic processes.

Who May Be Considered for Bariatric Surgery?

Specialist evaluation may be appropriate for patients with severe obesity, particularly when obesity is associated with conditions such as:

• Type 2 diabetes

• High blood pressure

• Sleep apnea

• Cardiovascular risk factors

• Metabolic disease

• Other obesity-related health problems

Eligibility is determined through individualized medical assessment.

Bariatric Surgery Evaluation

Before surgery, patients may undergo a comprehensive evaluation that can include:

• Medical history

• Weight and BMI assessment

• Metabolic evaluation

• Laboratory testing

• Nutritional assessment

• Medication review

• Evaluation of obesity-related conditions

• Surgical assessment

Weight Loss Surgery Options

Depending on the patient's health status and surgical eligibility, bariatric procedures may include different surgical approaches.

The appropriate procedure is selected according to:

• Weight and BMI

• Medical conditions

• Previous surgeries

• Nutritional status

• Treatment goals

• Overall health

Metabolic Disease Management

Bariatric and metabolic surgery may be considered as part of treatment for selected patients with obesity-related metabolic conditions.

Potential benefits may include improvement in conditions such as:

• Type 2 diabetes

• High blood pressure

• Sleep apnea

• Metabolic abnormalities

Outcomes vary from patient to patient.

Preoperative Preparation

Patients may receive guidance regarding:

• Nutrition

• Physical activity

• Medication management

• Weight management

• Surgical preparation

• Anesthesia assessment

Minimally Invasive Bariatric Surgery

Many bariatric procedures can be performed using minimally invasive surgical techniques when clinically appropriate.

The specific surgical approach depends on the patient's condition and the procedure selected.

Postoperative Care

After surgery, patients may receive ongoing support involving:

• Nutritional monitoring

• Dietary progression

• Medication management

• Weight monitoring

• Physical activity guidance

• Follow-up appointments

• Management of potential complications

Long-Term Weight Management

Bariatric surgery is generally part of a broader long-term weight-management program.

Successful long-term management may involve:

• Healthy nutrition

• Physical activity

• Behavioral support

• Medical follow-up

• Nutritional supplementation when prescribed

• Regular monitoring

Bariatric Surgery Second Opinion

Patients may seek a bariatric surgery second opinion regarding:

• Surgical eligibility

• Procedure selection

• Previous bariatric surgery

• Weight-loss results

• Complications

• Metabolic conditions

• Revision surgery

Relevant medical records and previous surgical reports can be reviewed.

International Patient Bariatric Surgery

International patients seeking bariatric and metabolic surgery in the United States should provide relevant medical documentation whenever available.

Useful records may include:

• Previous weight-management records

• BMI and weight history

• Laboratory results

• Imaging

• Previous surgical reports

• Medication list

• Diabetes records

• Previous bariatric surgery records, if applicable

Complete documentation can help specialists determine the appropriate treatment pathway.

Benefits of Specialized Bariatric Care

Specialized bariatric care may help:

• Evaluate surgical eligibility

• Select an appropriate procedure

• Support significant weight loss

• Address obesity-related metabolic conditions

• Provide nutritional management

• Monitor long-term outcomes

• Manage selected postoperative complications

• Provide bariatric surgery second opinions

Why Choose Cleveland Clinic for Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery?

Cleveland Clinic provides multidisciplinary obesity and metabolic care involving bariatric surgeons, physicians, nutrition specialists and other healthcare professionals.

Patients can receive comprehensive evaluation and individualized treatment planning based on their weight, medical conditions and overall health.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

Potential costs may include:

• Bariatric consultation

• Preoperative evaluation

• Laboratory testing

• Imaging

• Nutrition assessment

• Bariatric surgery

• Anesthesia

• Hospitalization

• Postoperative monitoring

• Follow-up care

A personalized cost estimate can be requested following specialist assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is bariatric surgery?

Bariatric surgery includes procedures designed to help eligible patients achieve significant weight loss and improve certain obesity-related health conditions.

2. Can bariatric surgery help type 2 diabetes?

For selected patients, bariatric surgery can contribute to substantial improvement in type 2 diabetes and other metabolic conditions. Individual results vary.

3. Is bariatric surgery suitable for everyone with obesity?

No. Eligibility depends on factors such as BMI, medical history, obesity-related conditions, previous treatments and overall health.

4. Can I get a bariatric surgery second opinion at Cleveland Clinic?

Patients may request specialist review of their medical history, previous treatment and proposed surgical approach, subject to Cleveland Clinic's evaluation and appointment requirements.

5. Can international patients receive bariatric surgery at Cleveland Clinic?

International patients may request evaluation and treatment subject to Cleveland Clinic's international patient processes, medical requirements and appointment availability.

Product Details

Product Name: Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery

Hospital: Cleveland Clinic

Brand: Cleveland Clinic

Country: United States

Specialty: Digestive Diseases / Gastroenterology

Service Type: Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and appointment requirements

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, United States