Bariatric Surgery Process: Our Multidisciplinary Approach to Bariatric Surgery
UPMC's multidisciplinary approach to bariatric surgery includes personalized care from all members of the weight loss team — before, during, and after your surgery.
Receive assistance and ongoing support from our bariatric surgeons dietitians, psychologists, and exercise specialists.
Access educational activities and support groups before and after weight loss surgery.
Achieve long-term, weight loss success as our lifelong partner.
We're with you every step of the way.
The Steps to Surgical Weight Loss at UPMC
Step 1: Do you qualify for weight loss surgery?
Weight loss surgery may be appropriate for those who are 100 pounds or more overweight, have a Body Mass Index of 40 or higher, or who have a body mass index of 35 or higher accompanied by one serious obesity-related health problem.
Begin your journey by attending a free bariatric surgery information session. Offered several times a month, these sessions help you learn about requirements, the surgery process, and the lifestyle changes you will need to adopt.
You will need to begin a new diet and exercise plan. Many patients can begin exercise about six weeks after surgery.
Your care team will arrange long-term support and educational services to help you achieve long-term weight loss success.
You will attend follow-up appointments with your care team to ensure a healthy recovery.
UPMC Patient Portals
Your health information, right at your fingertips. Select MyUPMC to access your UPMC health information. For patients of UPMC Pinnacle-affiliated doctors, select MyPinnacleHealth.
The portal for all UPMC patients EXCEPT those of UPMC Pinnacle.