MercyOne Des Moines Weight Management Center

Services are available by appointment only, and no referral is required to get started.

Comprehensive Weight Management Services

The MercyOne Des Moines Weight Management Center brings together surgical and non-surgical expertise under one roof—making it easier to access the care you need in one coordinated program. These services include:  

• Bariatric surgery (adults)  
• Lifelong follow-up care  
• Medical weight management  
• Non-surgical and surgical interventions  
• Surgery at the medical center  
• Comprehensive nutritional education and support with individualized sessions  
• Telehealth visits are also available  

Medical Weight Management

Our providers create a personalized plan tailored to your health goals, lifestyle and medical history. Treatment options may include:

• Physician-guided weight loss programs
• Medication-assisted weight management when appropriate
• Ongoing monitoring and support

Medical weight management provides a structured, evidence-based approach to help patients achieve sustainable results.

Bariatric Surgery (Adults)

For those who qualify, bariatric surgery can be one of the most effective long-term solutions for weight loss and improved health outcomes.  

Our surgical program offers minimally invasive procedures such as:

• Gastric bypass
• Gastric sleeve
• Adjustable gastric band

These procedures are performed by experienced surgeons using advanced techniques designed to reduce recovery time and improve outcomes.  

Surgery is performed at MercyOne medical center locations, with coordinated care before, during and after your procedure.

Non-Surgical Weight Loss Options

Not every patient needs surgery—and we offer a full spectrum of non-surgical solutions, including:

• Customized nutrition and lifestyle plans
• Behavioral and lifestyle coaching
• Structured weight loss programs

Our team works with you to identify practical, achievable changes that fit your daily life and long-term goals.

Nutrition Counseling & Education

Healthy weight loss starts with nutrition. Our registered dietitians provide:

• Individualized nutrition sessions
• Meal planning and portion guidance
• Education on reading food labels and making healthier choices
• Support for exercise, grocery shopping and dining out

Every plan is tailored to your preferences, lifestyle and health needs to ensure long-term success.  

Lifelong Follow-Up Care

Weight management is a lifelong journey—and we’re with you for the long haul.

Patients receive:

• Ongoing clinical support
• Long-term health monitoring
• Continued access to nutrition and behavioral resources

This continued care helps patients maintain progress and improve overall health outcomes over time.