Intermountain Healthcare is offering surgical weight loss seminars across several locations, including St. George Regional Hospital, to provide prospective patients with information regarding bariatric procedures. These informational sessions serve as a mandatory first step for individuals pursuing surgical weight loss at participating facilities.
Educational Seminar Content
The seminars are designed for individuals seeking long-term weight loss solutions through medical intervention. According to Intermountain Healthcare, the sessions cover a variety of surgical procedures, including Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Bypass (Roux en Y), Duodenal Switch, and Lap Band Removal. The sessions aim to provide comprehensive details regarding the risks, benefits, and general expectations associated with these specific medical procedures.
Mandatory Requirement for Surgery
Participation in these seminars is a required component of the surgical journey for patients at several Intermountain locations. For instance, completion of the class is required before a patient can proceed with surgery at St. George Regional Hospital. Similarly, the seminar is a required class prior to undergoing bariatric surgery at Sevier Valley Hospital. Other facilities with specific seminar requirements include St. Mary's Regional Hospital and Cassia Regional Hospital.
Available Locations and Formats
Intermountain Healthcare provides multiple ways for patients to access these educational resources. In addition to in-person sessions at various hospitals, the organization offers the seminars online, allowing patients to attend at their convenience. Available physical locations for these seminars include Cassia Hospital in Burley, Idaho; LDS Hospital; Sevier Hospital in Richfield, Utah; St. George Regional Hospital; St. Mary's Regional Hospital; and Utah Valley Hospital.
Accreditation and Excellence
The organization maintains significant accreditation in the field of metabolic and bariatric surgery. Intermountain Healthcare currently holds three accredited centers of excellence through the Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). Furthermore, the organization has two additional centers currently pending accreditation through the same program.
Registration Information
Prospective patients are advised to register for the specific session located at the facility where they plan to undergo their surgery. The seminars are offered at no cost to participants.
