Legacy Good Samaritan
Weight Management Institute
Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
1040 NW 22nd Avenue, Suite 520
Portland, OR 97210
Map/Directions
Call to schedule a consultation:
Phone: 503-413-7557
Fax: 503-413-6547 |
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The highest standard of care
While a combination of diet and exercise is the healthiest and least invasive way to lose weight, fewer than one in 20 morbidly obese individuals can lose weight and permanently keep it off. If other digestive health measures to lose weight have failed, it may be time to consider surgical weight loss (also called bariatric surgery) through the Legacy Good Samaritan Weight Management Institute.
The Institute is accredited by the American Society for Bariatric Surgery as a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence for surgical weight loss. This designation by a credible, objective surveyor proves that our program offers the highest standard of care.
Our facility recognizes the special needs of obese patients by offering extra-wide doors and chairs and weight-assisted tables. We've also invested in a range of specialized equipment to maximize your comfort: beds, wheelchairs, recliners, stretchers and more.
Our Providers
V. Halpin, MD (Specialist)
E. Patterson, MD (Specialist)
M. Smith, MBChB (Specialist)
Information to consider
Weight-loss surgery is a serious step and should not be taken without thorough evaluation through a comprehensive program in bariatric surgery. If you are considering bariatric surgery, please review the following information.
A multidisciplinary approach
We offer complete care for weight management and bariatric surgery to care for both your body and your mind. Our talented team consists of:
- Internal medicine physicians to monitor your health before and after surgery
- Nurse practitioners, who perform medical evaluations, write prescriptions, make referrals and connect you to resources like classes and support groups
- Psychologists to help you mentally prepare for this life-altering procedure and to discover if you have any uncontrolled psychological conditions that should be addressed
- Dietitians to address your nutritional needs of patients undergoing weight-loss surgery
- Physical therapists, who perform a musculoskeletal assessment, evaluate your past and present activity patterns and create personalized exercise plans
- Registered nurses to help you in get ready for surgery, monitor your progress and assist in your recovery
- Anesthesiologists to keep you comfortable during surgery and monitor your progress in the recovery room
This talented team carefully coordinates all of your care, including patient education, support groups, rehabilitation and exercise programs and long-term follow-up to monitor your progress as you adjust to life after surgery.
Experience counts
Our fellowship-trained surgeons are committed to staying on the forefront of developments in medical weight loss. The Legacy Good Samaritan Weight Management Institute assists more than 300 patients each year with weight management.
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