Watch our on-demand webinar to see if surgery is right for you.
Once you've watched the webinar, schedule your consultation or call 800-667-4761.
Weight Management
More energy. Better health. Greater well-being. There’s so much to gain from losing the weight, and we can help you achieve it. The Bariatric Wellness Program at Queen of the Valley in beautiful Napa County offers comprehensive surgical and non-surgical weight loss programs designed for your specific personal goals and preferences. Our board certified surgeons specialize in bariatric surgery, minimally invasive surgery and endoscopy. We serve residents in Napa and Sonoma counties, and throughout the Bay area.
Excess weight can impact your health, self-esteem, and relationships. People who suffer with morbid obesity are faced with a shorter life expectancy and are at a much higher risk for other diseases such as high blood pressure, heart problems, diabetes, and sleep apnea.
The accredited Bariatric Wellness Program at Queen of the Valley Medical Center takes a holistic approach to care that encompasses total wellness — body, mind and spirit. We are committed to providing ongoing physical, nutritional, emotional and spiritual support to help you realize the health goals you desire.
Ready to take control of your weight instead of letting it control you? We’re here to help.
- The first step is to register for our free on-demand webinar. This webinar will explain the basics of weight loss surgery and what options are available to you.
- After you watch the webinar, check with your health insurance plan to find out if your policy covers weight loss surgery at Providence hospitals.
- Call 800-667-4761 or complete the form to schedule a consultation.
Whether you choose a surgical or non-surgical weight loss program, you’ll receive education, nutritional guidance, counseling and ongoing support. Our services include:
- Adjustable Gastric Band
- Intragastric Balloon
- Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
- Robotic Surgery
Most insurance plans accepted. Please verify your health plan with your physician's office.
According to guidelines established by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), you may be a candidate for bariatric surgery if at least one of these applies to you:
- You weigh 100 or more pounds over ideal body weight
- Your body mass index (BMI) is greater than 40, or greater than 35 if you also have a serious weight-related health condition such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, sleep apnea or hypertension
- You have weight-related problems and restrictions in mobility, work and performance of family responsibilities
- Calculate BMI
Queen of the Valley's bariatric professionals and specialists understand the challenges of unhealthy weight. We work with you to make sure your weight loss program is comfortable, efficient and tailored to your needs. Our core team includes:
- Bariatric surgical specialists
- Dietitians
- Psychologists
- Registered nurses
- Nurse practitioners
- Physician assistants
- Technicians
Dr. Perryman shares about the caring, compassionate and connected environment we provide patients at our weight management program.
After you watch the webinar, check your insurance plan to ensure your policy covers weight loss surgery at Providence hospitals. While many insurance plans cover weight loss surgery, it’s important to understand your benefits – and how to receive them.
Find a Doctor
At Providence, you'll have access to a vast network of dedicated and compassionate providers who offer personalized care by focusing on treatment, prevention and health education.
Recognition
American College of Surgeons - Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) Accredited Bariatric Surgery Center
Weight Loss Surgery at Providence
When it comes to weight loss surgery, you have choices. Providence can help with a program tailored to your weight loss goals. Register for our on-demand webinar to learn more about your options.
Once you’ve watched the webinar, our staff will work with you to evaluate whether surgery is right for you.
Learn about Injectable Weight Loss Medications
GLP-1 medications are a new, innovative class of injectable weight loss drugs. Explore how their criteria and results compare to the benefits of bariatric surgery.
This will help you start a conversation about medical weight loss with your primary care doctor. They can refer you to a medical weight loss expert – like a bariatrician or bariatric surgeon – for guidance on which option might be the best choice for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
In addition to improving the overall quality of your health, losing excess weight could help you sleep better, have more energy and a more positive outlook.
It may also prevent or improve some obesity-related conditions, including:
- Asthma
- Cancer
- Depression
- Heart and lung disease
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Liver disease
- Migraines
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Joint pain
- Type 2 diabetes
Requirements may differ based on your health condition and insurance rules.
You might be a candidate for weight loss surgery if:
- You have a body mass index (BMI) over 40 or a BMI of 35-40 with obesity-related conditions like Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea or high cholesterol.
- You have no endocrine causes of obesity.
- Your risk for surgery is acceptable.
- You understand the surgery and its risks.
- You have no drug or alcohol problems.
- You have no uncontrolled psychological conditions.
- You have been unsuccessful with other attempts at medical weight loss through diets or other lifestyle options.
You might not be a candidate if:
- You have a current drug or alcohol problem.
- You use tobacco or nicotine products.
- You have uncontrolled psychological conditions.
- You plan to become pregnant in the next 18 months.
- Your surgeon determines that you’re not healthy enough for surgery.
After surgery, you’ll spend one or two nights in the hospital. You’ll meet for regular check-ins with your care team at least every 12 weeks for the first year.
Then, we recommend following up with the team each year, or more often if needed.
After you watch the weight loss surgery webinar, it’s best to reach out to your insurance provider and see if you’re covered.
After you verify your weight loss surgery benefits, call our clinic at the number above to discuss your next steps. If you’re ready to move forward, we can schedule your initial visits to determine if surgery is right for you.
If you don’t have weight loss surgery insurance benefits, you do have the option to self-finance your procedure and pay for treatment with cash or a credit card.
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