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Bariatric Surgery

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Bariatric Surgery

Your Journey, Your Choice

If you’re living with the disease of obesity, you know how dramatically it affects every aspect of your life. You also know your health is seriously at risk—you feel it every day. But you don’t have to go on struggling under the burden of morbid obesity. There’s hope, and people who care. 

St. Luke's offers both surgical and non-surgical weight loss support. If you’re considering weight loss surgery, our surgeons achieve successful outcomes well above the national average. We’ll help you evaluate your options and choose the surgery that’s right for you. And we’ll be with you every step of the way—before, during and after surgery.

 

Ready to schedule a consultation?

Call (208) 381-3915 to learn if you qualify for our program.

American College of Surgeons accreditation

Why Choose St. Luke's?

St. Luke's offers you support throughout your bariatric surgery journey and the rest of your life—focusing not only on your physical health but on mental, emotional, and behavioral wellness. Nationally ranked for safety, excellence and patient satisfaction, we're the only bariatric surgery center of excellence in Idaho, accredited since 2009 by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). This accreditation is awarded to programs with a proven track record of favorable outcomes for weight loss surgery and a commitment to continual improvement in high quality bariatric care. 

Our specially trained surgeons, and each member of our team, have deep respect, understanding and support for people living with morbid obesity. Additionally, every St. Luke’s employee receives training to understand the challenges faced by someone with morbid obesity.

St. Luke's Bariatric Surgeons (2)

Joshua Barton, MD

Joshua G. Barton, MD

General Surgery•Boise, Nampa

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Jason Kemp, MD

Jason A. Kemp, MD

General Surgery•Boise, Nampa

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Classes and Support Groups

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     Bariatric Cooking Class: Online

    Join our dietitians as they create and showcase tantalizing recipes designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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     Bariatric Healthy Living Series: Online

    The goal of these classes is to equip and encourage you as you strive to lead a healthier life.

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     Bariatric Support Group: Online

    Open to you at any stage of your bariatric surgery journey, this group will help you connect with others and share your experiences.

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Meet Our Surgeons and View Seminar

Meet Dr. Joshua Barton

Learn more about Dr. Barton's experience and expertise on his profile page. 
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Your Role After Bariatric Surgery

Weight Management Services and Programs

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    Lifestyle Medicine

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    Nutrition Services for Bariatric Patients

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    Obesity and Metabolic Program

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    Pivio - the Complete Health Improvement Program

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