Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery

Weight loss for life. Call (212) 305-4000 to get started.

Weight Loss Surgery Care

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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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Get in touch

To schedule an appointment and find the right weight loss option for you, please call today or use our online request form.

(212) 305-4000

Para personas habla Español, visite nuestro Centro para Cirugía Metabólica y de Obesidad.


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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.


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Key Clinical Programs

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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.

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Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery

Kids and teens get an evaluation to see if surgery is right for them.

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Westchester Bariatric Surgery

Our Bronxville center offers a full range of surgeries.

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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.

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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

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Laura Natali RD, CDN

Registered Dietitian

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Hewan Chekol, AGNP-BC

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Lydia Linebaugh

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Our Locations

Manhattan Locations

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NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

The Herbert Irving Pavilion
161 Fort Washington Avenue
5th Floor, Room 524
New York, New York 10032

212-305-4000
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Adolescent Center

3959 Broadway (165th Street and Broadway)
New York, New York 10032

212-305-8862

Westchester Locations

Hudson Valley Location

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley

1978 Crompond Road
Suite 101
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567

914-293-8600

We're Here For You

When you're ready to take a new approach to weight loss, we'll be here. Call us or use our form anytime.

(212) 305-4000

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