Welcome to the Surgical Weight Loss Institute

The Surgical Weight Loss Institute of Doctors Medical Center of Modesto and Doctors Hospital of Manteca offers surgical solutions for people fighting to lose weight. There are many common misconceptions in regards to obesity, as it is not commonly recognized as a medical condition, but rather is blamed for a wide range of other health conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure, depression, infertility, and osteoarthritis. If you’ve been struggling with weight, and diet and exercise are not enough, a bariatric procedure may be the right option for you, depending on other health factors.

We believe that surgical weight loss isn’t seen as a procedure that defines you – rather, it is a tool used to help you redefine yourself.

Weight loss surgery may be an option for adults with a body mass index (BMI) equal to or greater than 40, or equal to or greater than 35 with serious health problems related to obesity. Weight loss surgery is considered safe, but like any surgery, it does have risks. Consult with your physician about the risks and benefits of weight loss surgery.