Western Bariatric

Clinic Profile

Western Bariatric, AMC (westernbariatric.com) is a dedicated bariatric surgery provider serving San Bernardino, Riverside, and the surrounding areas of Southern California. The practice offers both surgical and non-surgical weight loss paths, working with each patient to determine their goals and build a customized plan — from a medically supervised weight loss program to laparoscopic surgical options.

Main Location (San Bernardino): 401 E Highland Ave, Suite 351, San Bernardino, CA 92404 Phone: (909) 475-8611 Email: customercare@westernbariatric.com Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday closed Website: westernbariatric.com

Second Location (Riverside): 9041 Magnolia Ave, Suite 202, Riverside, CA 92503 Phone: (951) 352-5643

Background and History

Western Bariatric, AMC is built around the practice of Dr. Douglas Krahn, MD, FACS, a fellowship-trained general surgeon who specializes in bariatric surgery. The practice has long served the Inland Empire region of Southern California, offering weight loss surgery and medically supervised programs to patients across San Bernardino and Riverside counties.

The practice’s stated philosophy centers on understanding each patient’s unique weight loss needs first, then customizing a plan — surgical or non-surgical — to fit. Western Bariatric also hosts free informational seminars and webinars for prospective patients considering weight loss surgery, reflecting an emphasis on patient education as the first step in the journey.

Services and Programs

Western Bariatric, AMC offers a comprehensive range of surgical and non-surgical weight loss services.

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Bariatric Surgery

• Roux-en-Y Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass
• Roux-en-Y with Silastic Ring
• Sleeve Gastrectomy
• Lap Band Surgery
• Revision Surgery (for prior bariatric procedures)

Non-Surgical Weight Loss

• Medically supervised medical weight loss programs

Additional Services

• Body Contouring (post-weight-loss)
• Hiatal Hernia Surgery
• General Elective Surgery
• Hormone Replacement Therapy
• Vascular Services

Doctors and Medical Professionals

Western Bariatric, AMC is led by its founding bariatric surgeon, supported by associate surgeons and clinical staff.

Dr. Douglas Krahn, MD, FACS — Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Krahn is a fellowship-trained general surgeon who specializes in bariatric surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). He is dedicated to helping patients achieve a healthier lifestyle through personalized, patient-centered weight loss solutions, working with each patient to determine whether a surgical or non-surgical approach best fits their goals.

Dr. Channing Chin, MD — Associate Bariatric Surgeon

Per the practice’s own listings, Dr. Chin is an associate who is fellowship-trained in general surgery and highly trained in minimally invasive bariatric surgical techniques. (See verification note below regarding current roster confirmation.)

Reviews and Patient Feedback

Western Bariatric, AMC maintains a positive reputation across review platforms, including a 92% recommendation rate on its Facebook page (42 reviews) and dozens of reviews across its San Bernardino and Riverside Yelp listings. The practice actively invites patient feedback and showcases testimonials on its website. Prospective patients are encouraged to check current ratings on Google, Yelp, and Facebook for the latest feedback.

Testimonials and Quotes

The practice displays patient testimonials in a dedicated section on its website; individual quotes are presented through an on-site testimonials feature rather than as fixed plain text. Prospective patients can view current patient testimonials directly on the Western Bariatric website and its Google and Yelp profiles.

Pricing and Value Signals

Western Bariatric, AMC works with both insurance and self-pay patients, and its website outlines insurance options, presurgical requirements, and self-pay and billing options. Surgery pricing varies by procedure and insurance coverage. The practice offers free live seminars and webinars as a no-cost first step, and provides financing and patient-resource support through programs such as Bariatric Advantage.

Verification Notes

• San Bernardino address (401 E Highland Ave, Suite 351, San Bernardino, CA 92404), Riverside address (9041 Magnolia Ave, Suite 202, Riverside, CA 92503), phones (909) 475-8611 and (951) 352-5643, email, and hours confirmed from the clinic homepage and contact section.
• San Bernardino treated as the main location, consistent with its existing BariatricReports.org listing and primary directory presence.
• Dr. Douglas Krahn, MD, FACS, and his credentials/specialty confirmed from the official About page and homepage.
• Dr. Channing Chin, MD, listed as an associate in the practice’s Yelp specialties description and corroborated by a Healthgrades group listing (which also names additional affiliated surgeons: Dr. Christian Bianchi, Dr. Jason Chiriano, Dr. Iliya Goldberg, Dr. David Martin). The current westernbariatric.com About page features only Dr. Krahn — confirm the active provider roster with the practice before publishing.
• Services confirmed from the homepage “Our Services” section and Health and Wellness Services navigation.
• Review/recommendation stats (92% recommend, 42 reviews) confirmed from the Facebook page.
• DUPLICATE NOTICE: Western Bariatric already has a listing on BariatricReports.org (bariatricreports.org/listing/western-bariatrics/) with the same San Bernardino address and (909) 475-8611 phone. Confirm whether this should update/replace the existing listing rather than create a new one.
• Strongest category fit of the set: this is a dedicated bariatric surgery practice (gastric bypass, sleeve, lap band).