Weight Loss Solutions at Northwest Bariatrics

Northwest Bariatrics, a division of Northwest Digestive Health, is North Idaho’s only freestanding bariatric surgery program and a leader in weight loss surgery in Post Falls. Combining state-of-the-art surgical care with a focus on patient success, this center utilizes their understanding and knowledge of clinical surgery and support to help patients not only achieve their weight loss goals, but resolve co-morbid conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure!

Bariatric Surgeries Offered by Northwest Bariatrics

Northwest Bariatrics probably offers personalized weight loss surgeries, such as:

• Gastric Sleeve Surgery

• Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery

• Lap-Band Explants and Revisional Bariatric Surgeries

These procedures performed by laparoscopy allow for a fast recovery with minimal complications .

Other Services & Facilities by Northwest Bariatrics

Northwest Digestive Health provides more then just bariatric surgery including:

• General Surgery

• Endoscopy/Colonoscopy

• Gastrointestinal Disorders

• Hepatology Services

• Reflux/Heartburn Program

• Wellness Programs

The state-of-the-art facility provides a comforting atmosphere for complete care

Staff or Team

Board members include Dr. John Pennings (MD, FASMBS) and Dr. Derek Dirks (MD, MPH, FACS, FASMBS). Both of them are board certified bariatric surgeons, and fellowship trained in minimally invasive surgery techniques. Other members of the staff include foregut surgery specialist Dr. Olga Lebedevskiy (MD) and gastroenterologist Dr. Michael James (MD). Dietitians Jennifer Ramsrud (RDN, LD) and Lyndi Bertman (RDN, LD) work in concert with mental health

Location & Contact Details

Address: 750 North Syringa Street, Suite 205, Post Falls, ID 83854

Phone: (208) 262-0945

Pricing

The cost of weight loss surgery depends on the procedure you need as well as your insurance coverage. Northwest Bariatrics works with most insurance providers and offers their services with financing. For more detailed cost estimates, contact the center at (208) 262-0945.