Methodist Physicians Clinic Bariatric Center

Excellence In Weight Loss Surgery The bariatric program at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, has been designated a Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). The ASMBS Center of Excellence designation recognizes surgical programs with a demonstrated track record of favorable outcomes in bariatric surgery.     Morbid obesity brings with it an increased risk for a shorter life expectancy. For individuals whose weight exceeds twice their ideal body weight (that's about 2-6 percent of the U.S. population), the risk of an early death is doubled compared to non-obese individuals. The risk of death from diabetes or heart attack is five to seven times greater. Social, psychological and economic effects of morbid obesity, however unfair, are real and can be especially devastating. Check your Body Mass Index (BMI) by using our online BMI calculator. If you are 100 pounds or more overweight or have a BMI over 35, it may be time to talk to Methodist Bariatric Surgery about weight-loss surgery. Call our office today to make an appointment.