Welcome to the Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery. We understand what it means to constantly struggle with your weight, and we want to help you find a long-term solution.
Our team has a steadfast commitment to long-term personalized care. Surgery is only one component of that care. Equally important is the education, lifelong follow-up, and support our teams provide. Before you enter the operating room, you’ll know exactly what to expect and what steps to take afterward to maximize weight loss. As you settle into new routines and habits, you will have our full support. Questions about a particular food? Need a strategy for getting through a holiday meals? We’re there with you every step of the way.
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Who We Treat
We treat people who are struggling to lose weight and keep it off, often due to related metabolic conditions like diabetes. We also have expertise in correcting unsuccessful bariatric surgeries done elsewhere.
Conditions We Treat
Obesity is a contributing factor to many severe health conditions like heart disease and cancer and can significantly impact quality of life and lifespan.
Treatments We Offer
Our team has the experience to help determine the best weight loss surgery for your specific needs. We can also offer guidance for nonsurgical alternatives like medications and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures.
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Key Clinical Programs
Adult Weight Loss Surgery
The average person in our Adult Weight Loss program loses 50-70% of their excess weight, depending on their choice of surgery and lifestyle changes.
Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery
Kids and teens get an evaluation to see if surgery is right for them.
Westchester Bariatric Surgery
Our Bronxville center offers a full range of surgeries.
Medical Weight Loss Management
We offer the latest medications that can be used instead of, or with, weight loss surgery. Our team can help you decide what options are best for you.
Center Highlights
Weight Loss Surgery That Considers Your Goals
Our specialists have experience with a wide range of bariatric procedures and can help determine how to support your needs. Whether for weight loss alone or to help control conditions like diabetes or reflux, our team can help you make the right choice for long-term success.
The Latest Nonsurgical Options
In addition to the latest surgical procedures, we proudly offer minimally invasive and noninvasive treatments, including the latest endoscopic procedures and weight loss medications.
A Comprehensive Program for Weight Loss
Beyond our surgical programs, we're proud to offer you our innovative metabolic management program, which we call COMMiT (Comprehensive Obesity and Metabolism Management and Treatment). In this unique program, endocrinologists, gastroenterologists, surgeons, dieticians, and nurse practitioners work together to offer a personalized approach to weight loss.
Seminars & Support Groups
You're not in this alone. We have educational programs and support groups to help bring you valuable knowledge and comfort before, during, and after the treatment process. Learn About Our Educational Seminars and Support Groups
Virtual Visits
For added convenience, our surgeons are available for virtual telehealth appointments and follow up care.
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Our Team
We can offer you a comprehensive team staffed by Board-certified surgeons, advanced nurse practitioners and registered dietitians. Our team will partner with you in achieving your weight-loss goals and improving your quality of life.
Need help choosing a surgeon? Read our "I Need a Bariatric Surgeon" decision guide
Manhattan Team
Jeffrey L. Zitsman, MD
Director, Center for Adolescent Bariatric Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital
Laura Natali RD, CDN
Registered Dietitian
Hewan Chekol, AGNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Lydia Linebaugh
Social Worker
Westchester Team
Learn more about our Westchester Weight Loss Program here
Hudson Valley Team
Our Locations
Manhattan Locations
NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center
The Herbert Irving Pavilion
161 Fort Washington Avenue
5th Floor, Room 524
New York, New York 10032
Adolescent Center
3959 Broadway (165th Street and Broadway)
New York, New York 10032
Westchester Locations
NewYork-Presbyterian The One
1111 Westchester Ave
White Plains, NY 10604
NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester
1 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
Hudson Valley Location
NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley
1978 Crompond Road
Suite 101
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567