Multiple options for becoming your best self .
Excess weight can take a toll on your overall well-being , affecting your ability to enjoy life to the fullest . That ’ s why the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at AHN Jefferson Hospital offers a range of medical nonsurgical and surgical treatments to help you improve your health and achieve your weight loss goals .
These include :
• Dedicated weight loss specialists From nutritionists to behavioral health specialists , you ’ ll have easy access to all the experts you need to succeed in one place .
• Comprehensive options We host free monthly information sessions so you can learn more about medical and surgical weight loss , including medications , and different surgical options .
If you think you or a loved one may be a candidate for surgery , talk to your provider about eligibility .
• End-to-end patient support Our team ensures you have the tools and support you need at every stage of your weight loss journey , including online and in-person support groups .
• Customized treatment plans We tailor an individual weight loss plan around your unique health goals , providing personalized care and attention at each step .
Delivering help and hope through bariatrics .
As a bariatric surgeon , Tunc Aksehirli , MD , knows the power of transformation . “ I see patients come in with an array of medical problems and numerous prescriptions . Some are even non-mobile . Once they have bariatric surgery , it ’ s a complete turnaround . They can take control of their medical problems and gain a better quality of life . It ’ s very rewarding to see .”
Tunc Aksehirli , MD Surgery
For Dr . Aksehirli , patient centricity and education play a key role in both medical and surgical approaches to weight loss . “ It ’ s important to treat each patient as an individual , whole person . The education we give them prior , during and after their weight loss journey has to be perfect . I can ’ t accept anything less . We spend as much time as we need with each patient to empower them and set them up for success ,” said Dr . Aksehirli . Education also plays a key role in dismantling the stigma associated with obesity . “ Obesity is a disease . It ’ s multi-faceted , made up of several complex factors , including genetic , behavioral , environmental and physiological . Understanding that is so important . There ’ s no judgment , and patients don ’ t have to be embarrassed . There ’ s help and hope at AHN Jefferson for all patients dealing with obesity-related challenges ,” said Dr . Aksehirli .
For appointments or more information , call ( 412 ) DOCTORS or visit ahn . org / jefferson .