Bariatric surgery makes changes to your digestive system to make it easier for you to lose weight and keep it off. See whether this treatment at AnMed in Anderson, South Carolina, is your best option to improve your health.
You may be a candidate for weight-loss surgery if you:
If you meet these criteria, our comprehensive preparation process will help make sure you’re mentally and physically ready for surgery.
Meet the AnMed team and learn more about our bariatric surgery program.
Most patients—about 75 percent—lose at least half of their excess weight and keep that weight off for at least five years. Your long-term results will depend on factors such as your:
Count on AnMed to help you reach your goals with personalized support after bariatric surgery.
Bariatric surgery and long-term lifestyle changes not only help you lose weight, but also increase your overall health. They may improve or prevent:
Advances in bariatric surgery have made the procedure safer than ever. But like any surgical procedure, it carries some health risks, such as bleeding, infection and digestive problems. Talk to your doctor about the:
Surgery may cost $15,000 to $25,000, depending on your specific procedure. Some insurance plans cover all or part of your costs for weight-loss surgery. We’ll help you understand your potential out-of-pocket costs and payment options.
If bariatric surgery isn’t right for you, ask your doctor about guided, personalized diet and exercise program at AnMed.