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Nationally Accredited in Bariatric Surgery
Rush University Medical Center is nationally accredited in bariatric surgery by the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program.
The Rush Approach to Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery is more than a medical procedure. It's a lifestyle transformation, and we're with you every step of the way.
Our team of medical weight loss experts, dietitians and psychologists help you prepare for surgery — both physically and emotionally. And you'll always have us in your corner as you transiton to your new, healthier self after surgery.
Rush Excellence in Bariatric Surgery
- National accreditation: Rush University Medical Center is nationally accredited in bariatric surgery by the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program. Accreditation means your team at Rush always uses best practices and exceeds the national standards in quality and safety.
- Experienced surgeons: You are in good, experienced hands when you come to Rush. Our surgeons have performed more than 2,000 bariatric procedures. And that experience helps our surgeons have better outcomes and lower complication rates.
- Convenient follow-up care: Follow-up care is essential to ensuring successful, long-term results after surgery. With locations throughout Chicago and the suburbs, we make it easy for you to schedule follow-up visits when and where it's most convenient for you.
- Treatments backed by research: In addition to treating patients, bariatric surgeons at Rush are national leaders in their field who are actively involved in advancing bariatric surgery and improving outcomes through research. They have published multiple studies on obesity and bariatric surgical techniques.