About Ascension Medical Group Wisconsin - Bariatric Institute of Wisconsin

At Ascension Medical Group Wisconsin - Bariatric Institute of Wisconsin in Waukesha, WI, we deliver personalized bariatric surgery.

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Our bariatric surgeons and weight management care teams know how difficult it can be to lose weight. At Ascension Medical Group Wisconsin - Bariatric Institute of Wisconsin in Waukesha County, we take the time to get to know you. We listen to understand your health concerns. Then, we create a personalized weight loss plan that’s right for you. From diet and exercise to surgery and recovery, we’re here with you every step of the way.

Your weight loss journey starts with attending an interactive virtual weight loss seminar. Our seminars help you learn about your weight loss options, what to expect, how to modify your lifestyle and more. Attend one of our virtual interactive seminars on the third Wednesday and fourth Thursday of every month. During the seminar, our experienced doctors or care team members will explain each step of the weight loss process, what to expect, and share success stories from people who have been through our weight loss programs. Call 262-785-7770 to register.

Weight loss before and after surgery

You will have a network of support before, during and after your weight-loss surgery. During your journey, you’ll have follow-up visits with your doctor and care team at a location near you. At Ascension in Wisconsin, we also offer bariatric support groups, exercise and fitness programs that fit your capabilities and weight-loss counseling. Your success is important to us.

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Weight loss programs and procedures

At Ascension Medical Group Wisconsin - Bariatric Institute of Wisconsin, we offer many weight loss services, including:

  • Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch
  • Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
  • Vertical sleeve gastrectomy
  • Revisions of previous weight loss surgeries
  • Medically supervised weight management
  • Medical nutrition therapy, counseling and support
  • Gastric band adjustment, conversion and care

When you choose Ascension Medical Group Wisconsin - Bariatric Institute of Wisconsin for your weight loss program, you are choosing to get personalized care in a supportive environment. Your surgery will be done at Ascension Wisconsin SE Hospital - Elmbrook Campus. Our team of weight loss doctors, bariatric surgeons, dieticians and weight loss specialists work together with one goal in mind - to help you live a healthier and happier life.

MBSAQIP Seal

Excellence in Quality

We’ve been recognized by several of the nation's top reviewing boards for quality of care, clinical excellence and outstanding outcomes. These include:

  • Accredited a Comprehensive Center from the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP)®, in partnership with the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction® Center for Bariatric Surgery
  • Optum Bariatric Center of Excellence (COE)

These designations are based on patient volume and outcomes. They demonstrate to the public and the insurance industry the highest standard of patient care.

Success stories

Married couple pose by the lake pre-bariatric surgeries.
A Wisconsin woman's bariatric surgery and weight loss journey inspires her husband to do the same

Bobby Wu, MD, a bariatric surgeon at Ascension Medical Group Wisconsin – Bariatric Institute of Wisconsin helps a Wisconsin married couple lose weight and get active again.

August 15, 2023