A multidisciplinary approach to care
Our bariatric team of surgeons, nurses, nutritionists, physical trainers and psychologists are specially trained in the treatment of obesity. The Program Coordinator, Tina Musselman, RD, CCN, cares deeply about helping patients achieve and sustain a healthy weight. She coordinates care among our team of professionals to help patients achieve a positive, healthy lifestyle and an improved quality of life before, during and after surgery.
Caring for the whole person
Obesity is a complex disease that involves all aspects of how we think and live. At St. James, we take a holistic approach to surgical weight loss. A variety of services are offered including monthly support group meetings, nutrition seminars and the New Life Program, a pre-surgical preparatory program. We help interested candidates learn about the safest surgical options, and helpthem with the psychological, social and behavioral changes that surround weight loss surgery.
We’re with you every step of the way
Losing weight can be one of the most difficult challenges you face. Being overweight is not simply due to a lack of will power or exercise; sometimes your family history may be to blame. You may be someone for whom no amount of dieting or exercising will help. For you, working with an experienced bariatric surgeon and team is the best way to achieve the healthy lifestyle you desire.
