Inspira Health announced today that its bariatric surgery programs at Inspira Medical Centers Vineland and Mullica Hill have been accredited as Comprehensive Centers of Excellence by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP®), a joint Quality Program of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
Read MoreBariatric surgery is a mentally and physically transformative experience that impacts every facet of your life. That’s why it’s important to understand what the physical requirements are and how to adjust your lifestyle, including your diet and exercise routine, before and after your procedure.
Bariatric Surgery Resources
Inspira’s bariatric specialists are here to answer your questions and address your concerns to ensure you’re fully prepared for what lies ahead. This mandatory process involves a mix of educational activities including:
- Virtual Information Session (Espanol): A general overview of bariatric procedures that you must attend at least once before qualifying for surgery
- Pre-Surgical Education Class: A one-on-one appointment with your bariatric surgeon a few days prior to your procedure to review what you need to know about the procedure
- New Beginnings Support Group: A group of pre-op bariatric patients who gather virtually to discuss diet, exercise, emotional issues and more
Additional Resources
Inspira and most insurance companies require each patient to complete the mix of educational sessions listed above prior to surgery. However, some insurance companies require additional education courses supplementary to Inspira’s required activities. Learn more about these specific topics:
Goal Setting Information Session
In this informational video, Bariatric Surgery Program Coordinator Tiffany Lilly MSN, RN, CBN discusses the importance of goal setting and why it is critical to success before and after surgery. This includes the psychology behind how we set goals, why it’s important to create SMART goals, celebrating small achievements, overcoming obstacles, and how to stay motivated.
Understanding Diet and Nutrition Information Session
In this informational video, Bariatric Surgery Program Coordinator, Bradee Rojas MS, RD, CDCES discusses helpful nutrition and lifestyle topics that you can begin using now, before surgery, as well as for long term weight management and overall health. This includes education on portion control, instruction on nutrition facts label reading, understanding emotional eating and techniques for non-food related coping mechanisms.
