Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery | Practice Brochure

About Us

Are you having trouble losing weight? Have you tried diet after diet looking for the key to cutting the pounds? There are many weight loss diets out there that claim to have the miraculous solution to weight loss, but for people besieged by obesity it may seem impossible to lose weight using traditional methods. If you feel that you need assistance to cut the pounds needed for your health then Dr. Marc Bessler and the team at Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery can help. Using the latest laparoscopic (minimally-invasive) weight loss procedures Dr. Bessler has helped people in the Manhattan, NYC area win the weight loss battle. They also provide free weight loss surgery seminars which provide ample information on the different aspect of procedures for patients considering undergoing the procedure. The boost that you need to best obesity is only a phone call away.

If you're seriously considering weight loss surgery, know that the Columbia University Center for Obesity Surgery has received a 5-star HealthGrades rating. The Practice is also considered a "Center of Excellence" by the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Bessler understands that the weight loss needs of each individual are unique and he will work with you to determine the best and most effective procedure for you. The battle for your health and well being doesn't end with surgery. So the Center for Obesity Surgery offers lifetime follow-ups to help you maintain the lifestyle that will help you cut the pounds.

Dr. Bessler performs a wide range of obesity procedures including:

• Roux-en-Y Gastric
  
• Duodenal Switch
  
• LAP-BAND System
  
• Gastric Sleeve
  
• Obesity Surgery Revisions