Bariatric Surgery

As a Bariatric Center of Excellence, the Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgery Program at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC specializes in the treatment of obesity and abdominal problems in men and women. The bariatric surgical team at Magee is committed to improving the health of morbidly obese patients.

Bariatric surgery (weight loss surgery) may help achieve long-term weight loss, reduce or eliminate life-threatening weight-related illnesses, increase life span, and improve quality of life.

If you think you might be a candidate for weight loss surgery, please attend a free information session or watch the online version. The sessions will provide information on the types of weight loss surgery available, as well as pre- and postoperative expectations. Dates/locations for the free sessions, as well as the online version, are available by clicking the appropriate blue button below.

 
 

If you are planning to attend of one the information sessions, you can now register online. Visit the Health Education Calendar and click on the link under Healthy Lifestyles. You may also register for a session by calling 412-641-3632 or 1-800-533-UPMC. 

To schedule an initial evaluation call 412-641-3632.

Request to speak with a UPMC Bariatric Surgery representative

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UPMC Minute - Weight Loss Surgery

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Contact Us

Minimally Invasive Bariatric
and General Surgery
Magee-Womens
Hospital of UPMC
300 Halket Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Please call this number to schedule
an initial evaluation.
412-641-3632

Education

Bariatrics Newsletter Winter 2011 issue (PDF)

Bariatrics Newsletter Spring 2011 issue (PDF)

Register now to attend sessions with a behaviorist for pre- and post-surgery Adjustable Band and Gastric Bypass patients

Video Resources

Watch Dr. Anita Courcoulas describe weight loss surgery