Anyone interested in learning more about bariatric surgery and the Denver Health Bariatric Surgery Center must watch one of the informational videos below (in English or Spanish). Learn about our bariatric weight loss program and the gastric bypass surgeries we offer. Watching this video is the first step in the bariatric surgery process.
In the video, you will:
- Meet the Surgical Weight-Loss Center team
- Learn more about obesity and bariatric surgery
After watching the video, you will fill out a form with your information if you would like to continue in the bariatric process. This will be sent to the bariatric coordinator. The bariatric coordinator will call you with the next steps in the process.
You will need a bariatric clinic referral from your primary care provider (PCP) to start the program. You can contact your PCP to get this entered into the system. The bariatric coordinator can assist you with this step also. After watching the video, you will have a better idea if you are a possible candidate for surgery and have a detailed understanding of the surgical weight-loss process at Denver Health.
After watching the video, you will have a better idea if you are a possible candidate for surgery and have a detailed understanding of the surgical weight-loss process at Denver Health.
Watching the video and filling out the form is free and there is no obligation to move forward in the process toward surgery. This is a chance to get your questions answered and find out if you may be interested in the option of weight-loss surgery. The video is required for anyone interested in having weight loss surgery at Denver Health.
Topics Covered in the Video
- The Process and Requirements
- Whether or Not You Are a Good Candidate for Bariatric Surgery
- The Risks and Benefits of Surgery
- The Types of Surgical Procedures Performed at Denver Health
- What to Expect & What Is Expected of Patients
- Diet and Nutrition Requirements
- Frequently Asked Questions
Step 1: Watch the Video
Please watch the videos below, available in English or Spanish, and submit the form at the bottom of the page to indicate you have watched and understood the content in the video.
Step 2: Confirm Completion of the Video
Fill out the form below.
Step 3: Get Referral from PCP
If you are interested in moving forward, talk to your primary care doc and get two referrals - Bariatric clinic and bariatric nutrition referrals.