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Bariatrics & Weight Loss

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The Kentucky Bariatric Institute is a nationally recognized Center of Excellence and is at the forefront of providing Metabolic Surgery for fighting the diseases of Diabetes and Obesity. Our surgical procedures, specifically the Gastric Sleeve and Gastric Bypass, are scientifically proven to improve diabetes, in addition to providing a surgical tool for weight loss.

Eric F. Smith, DO, our surgeon, has performed well over 5000 of these procedures, and has impressive outcome statistics. Our program, located in Central Kentucky, has been helping patients regain their health since 1999.

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APPOINTMENT SCHEDULING

Once insurance review is complete a member of our staff will contact you to set up an appointment for an evaluation.  When you attend a seminar at our facility, you will have the opportunity to speak with any number of our Bariatric Staff, including our Surgeon, Dr. Eric Smith; Heather Pile PAC Dietitian, Cindy Jester Caywood, MS, RD, LD; and Insurance Coordinator, Jennifer Morris. Or, you can call us at 502.570.3727 to schedule a live seminar.

ONLINE SEMINARS

We realize that not everyone can arrange to attend a seminar in person, so we’ve developed an online version that delivers the same information. The online seminar is delivered by Dr. Eric Smith, and will take about 45 minutes to view.

EVALUATION APPOINTMENT

The evaluation appointment is scheduled for about two weeks after we call you. It’s a group meeting with a nurse, dietitian, surgeon and insurance specialist. You’ll also have a one-on-one meeting with the physician assistant for an initial history and physical.  After that visit, you will be scheduled for:

  • A nutrition assessment.
  • A psychological evaluation.
  • A weight management program (if your health insurance requires this).
  • Additional medical tests, as determined by the surgeon.
  • You will need to attend a support group. People who have undergone bariatric surgery find it easier to make the necessary lifestyle adjustments when they have the opportunity to meet and talk with other people going through the same experience.
  • Your medical record will be reviewed. After all your tests are completed you will learn whether the clinic’s surgeon/physician assistant has cleared you for surgery.
  • Your case is sent to your insurance carrier for approval.
  • After the insurance company approves the surgery, your pre-operative appointments and surgery will be scheduled.

Call 502.570.3727 to get connected with the Kentucky Bariatric Institute

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