Our multidisciplinary team
We provide a comprehensive management strategy for adolescents and teenagers who are obese. Each patient is managed by a multidisciplinary team that is experienced in the metabolic and psychological needs for patients and their families. The team includes:
Bariatric Surgeon
Endocrinologist
Physician Assistant
Psychologist
Registered Dietitian
Social Worker
Recommending surgery
Surgical intervention is proven to lead to substantial weight loss in adolescents. When combined with lifestyle changes, bariatric surgery helps obese adolescents reach a healthier weight, increase self-esteem and reduce the likelihood of chronic disease. Our criteria for surgical treatment follow the national guidelines.
Proven results
More effective for losing weight than diet and exercise alone
Helps resolve medical problems including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome
Improves physical functioning, overall general health and self-esteem
Offers a greater chance of reversing the effects of obesity, further prevention long-term issues
Resource
Last Best Hope for Obese Teenager