Weight Loss Care Built for You
People come to Willamette Valley Bariatric Institute at different points in their weight-loss journey. Our program may be helpful if you have obesity or weight-related health conditions and have not achieved lasting results with diet and exercise alone.
Whether you're exploring bariatric surgery for the first time or looking for long-term solutions to improve your health, our team can help you understand your options. We specialize in surgical weight loss and provide personalized care designed to support lasting success.
We'll take the time to understand your goals, answer your questions and help determine the best path forward for your health.
A More Personalized Path to Better Health
If you've tried to lose weight and keep it off, you know it affects more than the number on the scale. Obesity is a complex, chronic condition that can impact your energy, mobility and overall health.
At Willamette Valley Bariatric Institute, we take an individualized approach to treatment. Together, we'll review your health history, weight-related conditions and previous weight-loss efforts to determine whether bariatric surgery may be right for you.
For some patients, prescription medications may be considered as part of an overall treatment plan before or after surgery, depending on individual needs and goals.
Comprehensive Bariatric Surgery Care
Willamette Valley Bariatric Institute specializes in bariatric surgery and long-term weight management support. Our multidisciplinary team provides personalized care designed to help patients achieve meaningful, lasting weight loss and improve obesity-related health conditions.
Services may include:
- Nutrition education and lifestyle support
- Personalized treatment planning
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Gastric bypass
- SADI-S (single anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy)
- Revisional bariatric surgery
- Gastric band repair or removal
Why Consider Bariatric Surgery?
Bariatric surgery changes the digestive system to support weight loss and may improve health conditions associated with obesity, including diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea.
Surgery is often considered when other approaches have not provided lasting results or when excess weight is significantly affecting overall health and quality of life.
During your evaluation, our team will discuss available treatment options and help determine the approach that best supports your long-term goals.
Support at Every Stage
Successful weight loss is about more than a procedure. It requires education, support and long-term follow-up.
From your initial consultation through long-term care, our team is committed to helping you navigate every step of the process.
Support may include:
- A care team experienced in bariatric surgery
- Nutrition education and counseling
- Pre- and post-surgical guidance
- Assistance understanding insurance requirements
- Ongoing follow-up and support
Meet the Surgeon
Dr. Erin Thompson, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon who performs numerous bariatric surgeries annually. Dr. Thompson leads our program alongside a multidisciplinary medical team including anesthesiologists, behavioral health specialists, a program coordinator and dietitian who work together to assess each patient's needs on an individual basis to help them achieve a healthier lifestyle.
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Ready to Get Started?
Taking the first step doesn't mean committing to surgery. It means learning more about your options and getting answers to your questions.
During your first visit, we'll review your health history, discuss insurance requirements and explain the steps involved in the bariatric surgery process. Our goal is to help you make an informed decision about your care.