Weight management services in Indiana

Ascension St. Vincent Bariatrics in Carmel, IN, is the largest comprehensive bariatric center in Indiana. Our compassionate team understands the struggles of weight loss. Whether you are interested in surgical or non-surgical weight loss options, we have programs and services to meet your goals. We provide a variety of weight-loss medical and dietary services that are not available in other programs.

Our skilled bariatric doctors have served over 24,000 bariatric patients. Our experienced bariatric team understands the effects obesity has on the health of an individual. Obesity is a chronic disease that can lead to serious medical conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, sleep apnea, orthopedic problems, reproductive issues and respiratory dysfunction.

As an accredited bariatric center in Indiana, Ascension St. Vincent Bariatrics in Carmel, IN is a nationally recognized weight loss program. 

Your bariatric care at Ascension St. Vincent include:

• 28 bed bariatric surgery unit
• All private rooms
• Dedicated bariatric nursing staff 
• Free exercise classes, cooking classes, and support groups
• Surgical and non-surgical weight loss services (including GLP-1 medications)

Our team is committed to providing comprehensive care for those struggling with weight loss. We offer both free in-person weight loss seminars at our locations in Indiana as well as free online seminars. We look forward to partnering with you on your weight loss journey!

Bariatric surgery helps you to lose weight by reducing the size of your stomach and changing how your body absorbs nutrients. Your appetite decreases and your stomach gets fuller with less food. Bariatric care teams at Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel, Indiana provide specialty care for surgical and medically supervised weight loss. If you are obese with a body mass index (BMI) of 35 or above, weight-loss surgery may be an option. Talk with your doctor about your answers to these questions:

• Does my current weight cause any other chronic health conditions?
• Can I commit to documented weight-loss efforts required by my insurance plan?
• Am I willing to re-evaluate my diet and exercise regimen to live a healthier life?

Weight-loss surgery can be a deeply personal, life-changing decision. Our doctors and care team listen to understand you and your health concerns. Then, we work with you to create a weight-loss plan that’s right for you. 

Ascension St. Vincent Carmel is a Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Improvement Program accredited center. 

Meet our care team

Find out more about the care team at Ascension St. Vincent's bariatric program.

• Dr. David Diaz
• Dr. Christopher Evanson
• Dr. Christopher Crawford
• Dr. Amareshwar Chiruvella

Types of bariatric surgery

At Ascension St. Vincent Carmel, our bariatric surgeons specialize in the following procedures:

• Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch
• Revisions/Conversions
• Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
• Sleeve gastrectomy

We offer minimally invasive surgical options that may help shorten your recovery time. Our doctors and weight management care team are committed to helping you achieve your weight-loss goals.

Medically supervised weight-loss programs

Bariatric surgery is not your only option. We also offer a medically supervised weight-loss program for those who may not need or desire surgery. This program is supervised by a doctor and includes exercise testing and instruction, nutritional planning, and counseling. No matter what your weight-loss goal, our care team is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care.

Before and after weight-loss 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 St. Vincent in Carmel, we also offer bariatric support groups, exercise and fitness programs that fit your capabilities, and nutrition counseling. Your success is important to us.

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Women's Health Boutique

The Women’s Health Boutiques at Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel, Indiana, and Ascension St. Vincent Women and Infants Hospital in Indianapolis, IN provide health-related items for bariatrics, maternity care, cancer care, and more. Our compassionate team is here to help you with all your healthcare needs. 

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