Commonwealth Health’s bariatric surgery program has been evaluated and recognized for excellence by several organizations. These accreditations and designations mean Commonwealth Health’s weight loss surgery program has been evaluated for maintaining high standards. The surgeons have access to the resources necessary for optimal patient care, including skilled and experienced bariatric nurses, as well as specialized equipment and accommodations that help provide a safe and comfortable hospital stay.

Awards and accreditations include:

• Optum Bariatric Resource Services (BRS) Center of Excellence (COE)
• Accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program
• Designated Surgical Quality Partner of the American College of Surgeons
• Blue Distinction Center+ for Bariatric Surgery/Gastric Stapling – BlueCross BlueShield of Pennsylvania

Obesity contributes to the risk of developing serious medical conditions including respiratory and cardiac problems, depression and cancer, and is the second leading cause of preventable death in the United States. Don’t be a statistic. Get informed and find out how you can change your future and well-being.

To begin your journey towards a healthier lifestyle, contact the bariatric coordinator at Commonwealth Health at (570) 552-1287.