Ascension Saint Agnes Bariatric Surgery is an MBSAQIP-accredited comprehensive center. The facility holds accreditation as a Center of Excellence from the American College of Surgeons. Consultations occur in-person or through virtual appointments. The assessment includes a medical history review and a surgical eligibility check. Every evaluation involves nutritional counseling with a bariatric dietitian and a psychological assessment. The multidisciplinary team focuses on meeting national safety standards. Patients provide medical records and a medication list during the initial visit.
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