Patient Resources

Are you ready to change your life? At Turkey Creek Medical Center, we make becoming a patient easy. Just follow the steps below and take the first step today.

Step One: Attend a Free Weight Loss Seminar
The best way to find out if you are a candidate for weight loss surgery is to view our online seminar.

Step Two: Consultation
The next step in the process is a consultation with the surgeon. This is where you and your doctor will evaluate your condition and discuss your options. If surgery is indicated, a pre-surgical plan will be developed especially for you.

Step Three: Education
Our educational program has three components:

Patient education class, which includes the following topics:
- Nutrition
- Instructions on how to prepare for surgery
- Introduction to exercise
- Assessment of your understanding and readiness for surgery
- Postoperative resource materials
Hospital tour with the bariatric program coordinator
Final visit before surgery where you will:
- Sign a letter of commitment
- Review the preparation process
- Receive instructions for activity

Step Four: Surgery

Step Five: Follow Up Care
At Turkey Creek Medical Center, we have developed a program of follow-up care designed to meet your individual needs. The bariatric team is here to help you with any physical, emotional and other challenges that might arise. In the early days after surgery, the team will work closely with you and your primary care physician to ensure your physical recovery stays on track. In addition, you will have frequent visits with a registered dietitian and exercise physiologist to help you manage your weight loss and exercise program. Our support groups offer ongoing education and encouragement from other bariatric surgery patients as well as the professional staff.