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Choosing the best treatment for your needs is something that Cleveland Clinic excels in. Learn more about the types below, including surgery options. Cleveland Clinic is the top rated hospital in Ohio in bariatric surgery. Questions 216.445.2224 Appointments & Locations Take the First Step Learn More

Surgical Weight Loss Options

It is important to understand the two methods which create weight loss in our patients, restriction and malabsorption. Restriction refers to when a surgical procedure physically changes the capacity of the stomach, which confines the number of calories you can eat. Malabsorption refers to when surgery is used to shorten or bypass part of the gastrointestinal tract, which decreases the number of calories and nutrients the body absorbs when food passes through. Both of these effects have the same purpose however, to reduce life-threatening obesity and related illnesses. Knowing more about each type of surgery we offer can help you have an informed conversation with a Cleveland Clinic doctor. After you choose one of these surgical options for weight loss, you'll be expected to change your lifestyle after bariatric surgery.

Non Surgical Weight Loss Options

The Bariatric and Metabolic Institute offers nonsurgical weight loss options to help patients achieve a healthy weight: Medical Weight Loss Program The Intragastric Balloon System For medical weight loss, dieticians review each patient's food and exercise history as an important part of the medical assessment. Psychologists help our patients address issues like depression, eating disorders and smoking and other addictions, helping our patients adopt healthy behaviors to achieve a healthy lifestyle. Exercise physiologists also can create individualized exercise programs, including stress testing. Medication, such as appetite suppressants, can be prescribed to help with weight loss. The intragastric balloon is a new nonsurgical treatment option for patients who failed previous attempts at weight loss through diet and exercise alone. Bariatric & Metabolic Institute Why Choose the Bariatric & Metabolic Institute Appointments & Locations Meet our Medical Team Treatments Gastric Bypass Gastric Sleeve Surgery Intragastric Balloon Medical Weight Loss Am I a Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery? Insurance & Financial Eligibility Patient Education For Medical Professionals Treatments

Weight Loss Treatment Options

Gastric Bypass

Gastric bypass is one of the most common forms of bariatric surgery. Cleveland Clinic's team has mastered this procedure. Learn More

Gastric Sleeve

Gastric Sleeve is becoming a more popular procedure in recent years. Learn More

Intragastric Balloon

The intragastric balloon is a new nonsurgical treatment option for patients who failed previous attempts at weight loss through diet and exercise alone. Learn More

Medical Weight Loss

Medical weight management combines diet, exercise and behavioral therapy and, if indicated, pharmacotherapy. Learn More Get Started

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