Abington Memorial Hospital’s Institute for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
You’re ready for a healthier new body and lifestyle. You want to learn as much as you can about weight loss surgery to get there. Our respected, recognized program offers a comprehensive approach and features a full range of services, including ongoing support – with lifetime follow-up care – plus counseling, an exercise program and nutrition plans. As a patient, you will benefit from the most advanced surgical options, many of them minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic procedures, to reduce the recovery time of conventional surgery. Learn more today at one of our information sessions. It’s the first step to a healthier new you.
Information Sessions
The First Step Is
Learning Your Options
Our information sessions give you the opportunity to meet our staff, and learn about procedures and the structure of our program.
Sessions are held four times a month, and are offered at Abington Memorial Hospital, Lansdale Hospital and Abington Health Center – Warminster Campus. Day and evening sessions are available
Click here to register today, or call 215-481-2204.
What makes a good Surgical Weight Loss Candidate?
Individuals may be considered for weight-loss surgery if they:
- Weigh 100 pounds or more above ideal body weight
- Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or more
- Have a BMI of 35–40 with high risk for related conditions, or major physical problems are impairing the patient's life
- Have tried all methods of losing weight
- Have weight-induced medical problems, including diabetes, coronary artery disease, hypertension, sleep apnea or joint pain.
Surgical Weight Loss Videos
Get the latest information on surgical weight loss options. See our videos.
Patient Stories
“I struggled with my weight my entire life. I want others to know they are not alone.”
Judy Connelly, Gastric Bypass
Learn More
- Designated as a Blue Distinction. Center for Bariatric Surgery
- American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery. Center of Excellence
The First Step is Learning Your Options
Our information sessions give you the opportunity to meet our staff and learn about the variety of surgical procedures and the structure of our program.
Information Sessions
Click here to register today, or call 215-481-2204.
