About Methodist Hospital Metropolitan Weight Loss Center
The Methodist Hospital Metropolitan Weight Loss Center works with patients who need surgical or medical weight loss treatment. Our weight loss center in San Antonio provides access to board-certified physicians and a multidisciplinary team committed to providing holistic support to target obesity. The center is recognized as a Bariatric Center of Excellence with OPTUM-UHC and Aetna, and Blue Distinction Center Facilities with BlueCross BlueShield. It is also accredited by The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program.
For more information about our weight loss center, please call (210) 757-2875.
Our bariatric surgery program offers the following procedures:
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic adjustable gastric band
- Duodenal switch
- Revision surgery
We provide support to patients before, during and after weight loss surgery. We offer:
- Pre-surgical classes
- Bariatric dietitian evaluations
- Pre- and post-surgical dietitian follow ups
- Tailored medical weight loss service by a Registered Dietitian (RD)
- Support groups
- Educational opportunities
In addition, the Weight Loss Center hosts recurring virtual weight loss seminars the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.