Full Support for Your Teen's Journey
National Expertise and Proven Outcomes
Our program is the first and largest adolescent surgical weight loss center in the country. We lead national NIH-funded studies that help shape the safest, most effective treatments for teens.
Our multidisciplinary team includes surgeons, pediatricians, dietitians, psychologists, and specialists from cardiology, endocrinology, pulmonary medicine and social work. These experts are internationally recognized leaders in pediatric weight loss surgery. This expertise helps us offer the most advanced care with a strong focus on safety and long-term teen health.
Innovative Treatment Options
We offer the most effective surgical options for teens, including laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and roux-en-y gastric bypass. These minimally invasive procedures support significant weight loss and help treat serious conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea and fatty liver disease.
Our team also provides structured dietary and exercise support so teens can build healthy habits before and after surgery.
Team-Based, Personalized Care
Every teen receives a personalized care plan created by experts. Families meet with multiple specialists during the same visit, which helps create one clear plan and reduces the need for repeat trips.
A dedicated nurse coordinator helps schedule appointments, explain next steps, answer questions and support your family from evaluation through long-term follow-up.
Support for Regional Families
Families choose us because they can access nationally recognized expertise close to home.
We make care easier by coordinating appointments so your teen can complete much of their evaluation in fewer visits. When travel is needed, we help with nearby lodging options. Select follow-up visits may be offered through telehealth to reduce additional trips.
These services help local and regional families receive expert care in a way that is convenient and supportive.
Help for Families at Every Step
We understand teen weight loss surgery is a major decision, and families often have questions about the process. Insurance approval can take time because it requires detailed medical documentation, and our team manages this work while staying in close contact with you. If insurance denies the first request, we guide families through the appeals process, which is common in pediatric surgery.
After surgery, your teen receives ongoing follow‑up visits, lab checks and support from surgery, nutrition and behavioral health. This long‑term care helps teens stay healthy and confident as they adjust to life after surgery.
