St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center

Bariatrics and Weight Loss Center

Our multidisciplinary team strives to provide the most comprehensive weight loss care for our patients. In conjunction with nutritional counseling, we offer a wide range of medical and surgical options to help our patients lose weight and lead healthier lives.

Our surgeons, nurse practitioners, dietitians, and behavioral therapists will work with you to determine the best procedure, while offering you support and encouragement along the way.

St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center has received awards and recognition for our outstanding patient care and surgical excellence, including the Center of Excellence accreditation through the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP®) and the Blue Distinction® Center+ designation through the Blue Distinction® Centers for Specialty Care Program.

Our Team

Bruce Bodner, MD

Bariatric Surgery

Matthew LeMaitre, MD

Bariatric Surgery

Nicole Pecquex, MD

Bariatric Surgery

Shirly Ramchandani, MD

Bariatric Surgery

Nancy Maddox, MBA, RDN, LDN

Registered Dietitian

Lyssa Petter, RD

Registered Dietician, Bariatric Surgery

Programs

Our programs provide patients with expert, comprehensive subspecialty care.

Patient Information

We provide treatment and support for those with:

  • Body mass index (BMI) of 35 or greater
  • Weight-related medical conditions

We offer the following treatments:

Surgical Options

  • Gastric bypass surgery
  • Gastric sleeve surgery
  • LAP-BAND® surgery

Non-Surgical

  • Medical weight loss program
  • Nutritional education