Mercy Clinic Bariatrics - Southfork

Surgery
12700 Southfork Road, Suite 205
St. Louis, MO 63128


Phone: (314) 543-5264
Fax: (314) 543-5267
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St. Louis Bariatric Specialists

Mercy Bariatrics Clinic on Southfork in St. Louis, MO provides bariatric surgery options that can help you successfully reach a healthier weight and reduce your risk of developing health complications associated with obesity. Bariatric surgery is just one aspect of Mercy’s commitment to your health. In consultation with your primary care physician, we leverage the expertise of psychologists, dietitians, physical therapists, cardiologists, pulmonologists, surgeons and other experts to ensure your success.

What is Surgical Weight Loss?

If you struggle with obesity and haven’t been able to lose weight by diet and exercise, you may want to consider bariatric surgical weight loss.  Bariatric surgery falls into two categories - restrictive, which reduces the stomach's size and capacity and malabsorption, which reduces the stomach’s ability to absorb calories. Surgical weight loss may also provide significant health benefits and allow you to:

  • Feel better, breath better, move better and have more energy
  • Reduce your cholesterol levels
  • Improve or resolve type 2 diabetes
  • Decrease your risk of heart disease, stroke, fatty liver disease, osteoarthritis and gastroesophageal reflux

Am I Eligible for Bariatric Surgery?

Bariatric surgery is approved only for people over the age of 18 with either of the following: :

  • Body mass index (BMI) greater than 35
  • BMI greater than 30 with a severe co-morbidity, such as: 
    • Heart disease
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Sleep apnea
    • High blood pressure
    • Weight-related health problems 

Disclaimer: Bariatric surgery comes with other risks to consider, such as infection, poor wound healing and even death. You and your doctor should discuss these risks when you talk about the potential benefits of surgery. 

Duane Rough - Bariatric Patient Testimonial

Hear from patient Duane Rough on how bariatric surgery has changed his life.

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