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SEMINAR SCHEDULE
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Learn more about the Saint Francis Center for Surgical Weight Loss by attending one of our free seminars held 4 times monthly.
To make a reservation or for more information, call
1- 901- 765- 1849
You can call 24 hours a day.
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TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE
It’s time to restore your health and regain confidence with a long-term weight-loss solution.
If you’re 100 pounds or more overweight, you may be a candidate for weight-loss surgery. The reasons are more than cosmetic. Obesity related health conditions, whether alone or in combination, may significantly reduce life expectancy.
Here is a partial list of the more common conditions: 
- Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Pressure/Heart Disease
- Osteoarthritis of Weight Bearing Joints
- Sleep Apnea/Respiratory Problems
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease/Heartburn
- Depression
- Infertility
- Some Cancers
Weight-loss surgery can help you successfully reach a healthier weight and give you the opportunity to live a longer, healthier and more active life.
Did you know that weight loss surgery is often a covered benefit? Most insurances cover Bariatric Surgery if you meet certain criteria and follow certain guidelines to be approved. After attending a seminar and turning in your application, we will check your insurance coverage in order to determine whether you have benefits and what the guidelines are for your specific policy. We will help you every step of the way.
Our Center for Surgical Weight Loss has been recognized as the following:
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American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence *
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UnitedHealth Premium Specialty Center Designation for Bariatric Surgery
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CIGNA Quality Designation for Gastric Bypass
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Aetna Institute of Quality for Bariatric Surgery
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Blue Cross/Blue Shield Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery Excellence
* The stated mission of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery is "to promote the delivery of surgical care with the highest levels of efficacy, efficiency and safety."
Our patients have lost a total of over 129,000 pounds to date!
*This surgery is designed for those with a body mass index equal to or greater than 40, or equal to or greater than 35 with serious co-morbidities.
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