Patient Information

Steps to Surgery

Step 1
Attend a seminar at MTMC's Bariatric Center (click here for dates)

Step 2
Complete the "Patient Questionnaire" and return to The Bariatric Center via in person, by mail, email, or fax (615.890.2820).

Step 3
Go see your medical doctor for the following:

Physical exam and clearance for bariatric surgery
1 office note per year with weight x 5 years (2006-Current)
A MUST BEFORE STEP 4!
10% or 6 month weight loss program with PCP or Dietitian
Letter of Medical Necessity
Lab work: CBC, CMP, Iron, Ferritin, Vitamin D, PTH
Cardiac/Pulmonary clearance letters from specialist if this applies to you.

Step 4
Schedule a Psychological and Nutritional evaluation:

Dr. Lisa Webb and Dr. Kenith Robins Psychologist (does not accept AmeriChoice and/or Amerigroup) 615.310.1491
Elysse Beasley Senior Psychological Examiner 615.896.9160
Heather Wanke Nutritionist 615.867.1940 Ins. Not accepted, $75.00 fee (Must Be Seen)

Step 5
Attend (1) support group at MTMC's Bariatric Center. (Click here for dates)

Step 6
Contact the Bariatric Insurance Specialist (Shavon 615.396.4965) to ensure all the necessary paperwork has been received. Once received Susan (615.867.1940) will contact you for your consult with Dr. Eckles or Dr. Westmoreland of Murfreesboro Surgical Specialist.

Final Step
Once approved, Shavon or Anne Marie will schedule a Pre-Operative class at MTMC's Bariatric Center. Stacy at Murfreesboro Surgical Specialist will contact you for your weigh in appointment with the surgeon.

Aftercare Programs

Bariatric surgery is only one small component of the overall success for weight management. Physical activity, good nutritional habits, and smoking cessation are essential to a patient's long-term weight maintenance and health. The most successful long-term surgical weight loss patients are committed to exercise. We want to help you achieve and sustain your personal goals while providing encouragement, support, and direction every step of the way.

Participants meet one-one-with an Exercise Physiologist to:

Discuss and record personal goals.
Develop a plan to achieve your goals.
Develop a cardiovascular and strength training program.
Evaluate your program on a regular basis to adjust, as needed.

For free exercise consultations for life, participants do not need to be a member of the Wellness Center to meet one-on-one with an Exercise Physiologist. A general or detailed program information. Prior to participation, a physician's referral and release is required. To participate in this program, call the Wellness Center at 896-0290 or stop by the front desk.

MTMC Wellness Center

Support Groups

All group meetings are held at MTMC's Bariatric Center

January 11 - 5pm Dr. Kenith Robins
January 13 - 5 pm Dr. David Martin, plastic surgeon
February 8 - 5pm Dr. Kenith Robins
February 24 - 5 pm Dr. David Martin, plastic surgeon
March 17 - 5pm Dr. Kenith Robins
March 24 - Annual Bariatric Celebration
April 12 - 4 to 7 pm Spring Fashion Swap Party
April 28 - 5pm Dr. Kenith Robins

Wellness Center

January 27 - 5 pm
February 14 - 9 am
March 31 - 5 pm
April 18
May 16 - 9 am
June 20 - 9 am
July 28 - 5 pm
August 18 - 9 am
September 19 - 9 am
October 17 - 9 am
November 14 - 9 am
December 19 - 9 am

Gastric Byass and Sleeve Gastrectomy patients - 5pm

January 11
February 1
March 1
May 3
June 7
July 12
August 3
September 13
October 5
November 1
December 7

"Open" group for any bariatric surgery patient - 5pm

February 8
April 6
May 12
June 9
July 6
August 9
September 8
October 11
November 10
December 13

"Open" group for any bariatric surgery patient - 9am

January 17
July 18

Lap Band patients - 5pm

April 28
May 26
June 20
August 22
September 29
October 27

Sample of support group activities:
Bariatric Cooking with Jen Hartman, RD
Aerobic Exercise (low impact) class
Bariatric recipe exchange; how to read food labels
Psychologist Dr. Brynda Quinn helps with stress, good habits and change after surgery
Q&A with a Bariatric Nurse Coordinator

NEW! Clothing Swap - coming in April

Come join us for support, encouragement and alot of fun!!

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