UCSF Bariatric Surgery Center
Weight loss service
Services Offered
Free Services
Support group open to patients who have undergone or are considering weight-loss surgery; friends and family welcome.
FREEFree, public monthly information sessions on eligibility and options for weight-loss surgery.
FREEService for providing feedback, comments, questions or concerns about UCSF Health experiences.
FREE24/7 chaplain support across many faiths offering comfort, counsel and spiritual care.
FREEFree in-person and video medical interpretation for over 200 languages, including ASL.
FREEWheelchairs available at most hospital and clinic entrances; assistance provided by guest services.
FREEPolicy allowing trained service animals in all public areas; information on therapy/comfort animal restrictions.
FREETTY operators available 24/7, telephone relay via 711, and CART transcription services upon request.
FREEDiscounted Services
Accessible parking stalls for DMV-issued placard holders; parking fees discounted upon exit.
Discounted parking feesAll Services
Individualized dietary counseling provided as part of post-surgery follow-up care.
General ServicesTeam assistance to help patients find resources, solve problems and advocate during treatment.
General ServicesEight-week class teaching mindfulness practices, meditation and body awareness to reduce stress.
General ServicesPatient liaison assistance coordinating all aspects of care for patients traveling from outside the U.S.
General ServicesComplete range of surgical weight-loss options, including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy with minimally invasive (laparoscopic) techniques.
Specialized ServicesHigh-resolution manometry to assess cricopharyngeal function and upper esophageal sphincter pressures after endotracheal intubation.
Diagnostic ServicesSpecialties
Conditions Treated
- Severe obesity
- End-stage kidney disease in obese patients
- End-stage liver disease in obese patients
- Unsuccessful prior bariatric operations
- Diabetes
- Sleep apnea
- High blood pressure
- Arthritis
- High cholesterol
Requirements
- new patients accepted
- Must weigh less than 450 lbs (maximum for hospital X-ray equipment)
- Must commit to lifelong dietary, exercise, and lifestyle changes post-surgery
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization (if required)
- Doctor's referral (if required)
- Recent test results related to your condition
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