Jacksonville Weight Loss Center
8825 Perimeter Park Blvd. Suite 101
Jacksonville, FL 32216
FREE Seminars
Dr. Cywes and Dr. Baptista invite you to attend a free information seminar about treating obesity with bariatric surgery.
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Getting Started
Learn about weight loss surgery
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Frequently asked questions
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Affording Bariatric Surgery
Find out about Insurance coverage for bariatric surgery
Learn about weight loss surgery financing options
Adolescent Weight Loss
Jacksonville Weight Loss Surgery offers both medical and surgical options for adolescent weight loss.
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Welcome to Jacksonville Weight Loss Center
If you are struggling with severe obesity and suffering from related health conditions, Jacksonville Weight Loss Center can help!
We specialize in the LAP-BAND® and REALIZE gastric band surgeries and long-term management to help our patients take control of their obesity and regain their health.
With a highly trained multidisciplinary team including surgeons, nutritionist, bariatric coordinator, exercise specialist and psychologist, Jacksonville Weight Loss Center is able to provide our patients with a safe and effective weight-loss surgery, comprehensive pre- and post-operative education and ongoing aftercare. We are here to guide you to a happier, healthier life.
Meet Dr. Cywes
Dr. Robert Cywes is a board certified pediatric and general adult surgeon, specializing in bariatric surgery. He was the first surgeon in Northeast Florida to be certified to perform the LAP-BAND surgery. Dr. Cywes one of the foremost authorities in the treatment and management of obesity in adolescents. Learn more about Dr. Cywes»
Meet Dr. Baptista
Dr. Michael Baptista is a highly specialized laparoscopic obesity surgeon. He has published numerous research articles in the field of laparoscopic gastric banding. He is involved with the medical community and industry in finding better ways to treat and serve those in need. Learn more about Dr. Baptista»
Upcoming Events
Exercise Band Class with Deb
Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 From 6:00pm to 07:00pm
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Free Gastric Banding Information Seminar
Thursday, February 11th, 2010 From 6:30pm to 07:00pm
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Support Group
Thursday, February 18th, 2010 From 6:00pm to 07:00pm
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Free Gastric Banding Information Seminar
Monday, February 22nd, 2010 From 6:30pm to 07:00pm
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Blog Posts
What does it mean to be board certified?
Dr Cywes is board certified in general surgery Not all surgeons are board certified - Continue reading What does it mean to be board certified?...
Walk 100 Steps a Minute for Exercise
It might be easier to perform moderate physical activity than you think according to a federally funded study - Continue reading Walk 100 Steps a Minute for Exercise...
Weight Loss Eases Apnea in Obese Men
There may be an alternative to mechanical intervention when treating sleep apnea - Continue reading Weight Loss Eases Apnea in Obese Men...
Jacksonville Weight Loss Center a Center of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery provides weight loss surgery including, gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy and adolescent weight loss surgery to the residents in North East Florida including Jacksonville, Gainesville, Tallahassee as well as Valdosta and Brunswick in South Georgia.
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