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A Multidisciplinary Approach to Care
 Obesity is a serous medical condition affecting more than a
quarter of the U.S. population. One treatment option for obesity is bariatric
surgery, or gastric bypass. The McLaren Bariatric Institute provides a fully
comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to caring for health care needs in the
bariatric surgery process. The McLaren Bariatric Institute is certified as a
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabo lic
and Bariatric Surgery.
Our Comprehensive Program Includes:
- Complete Medical Evaluation
- Surgical Consultation
- Psychological and Nutritional Counseling
- Complete Pre and Post Operative Care
- Support Groups
- Fully Monitored and Specially Equipped
Bariatric Rooms for Inpatient Care
- Flexible Payment Options
Surgical Options Offered Through the McLaren
Bariatric Institute:
Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding
(LAGB):
Laparoscopic gastric banding is a purely restrictive
operation. The LAGB device is a band with an inflatable balloon connected to a
reservoir implanted underneath the skin. Most patients undergoing the LABG
procedure stay one night in the hospital.
 Roux-En-Y Procedure:
The most commonly performed bariatric
procedure; the Roux-En-Y (gastric bypass) is both a restrictive and a
malabsorptive-free operation. The stomach is divided into a small pouch, which
holds approximately two tablespoons of food. This volume restriction creates the
sensation of being full after eating a few ounces of food. The small intestine
is then divided and sewn to the pouch so that the food goes from the stomach
pouch directly into the small intestine. The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass procedure
is offered both laparoscopically and open. Following this procedure, patients
will be carefully monitored. This procedure requires an average hospital stay of
2 to 3 days.
At the surgeon’s discretion, certain patients may
be candidates for Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y using the da Vince Robotic Surgical
System available only in this area at McLaren Regional Medical Center.
Web-Based Services
Our post-operative program includes several web-based services through
RemedyMD to help you achieve your weight loss goals. This is offered for a
nominal monthly fee.
Payment Options
Many insurance carriers cover the cost of bariatric surgery provided medial
documentation of weight loss attempts exist and the patient shows a medical need
for the procedure.
A flexible self payment is also available through the Institute for those who
prefer to pay for services.
Location of Services
All services of the McLaren Bariatric Institute are offered to patients at
our new Clarkston location, with the exception of inpatient surgery, which is
provided at McLaren Regional Medical Center in Flint, Michigan.
Our Clarkston location is at 5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 280, in the Clarkston
Medical Building at the McLaren Health Care Village at Clarkston.
Contact the McLaren Bariatric Institute to attend a free informational
seminar or to speak with one of our team members. 1-248-922-6830.
Additional information on bariatric surgery and the
McLaren Bariatric Institute can be found on our website. www.mclarenregional.org/bariatrics
Are You a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery?
- Do you have a Body Mass Index (BME) greater
than 35 or are you 75 pounds overweight?
- Note: A patient who has a BMI 35-40 may be considered
for surgery if they have a life-threatening medical problem such as diabetes,
sleep apnea or high blood pressure.
- Have other forms of weight control
failed?
- Are you between 18-60 years of age?
Additional Criteria
In compliance with health insurance policies, the
patient must complete a psychological evaluation. The psychological evaluation
is conducted to demonstrate the patient’s emotional stability and ability to comply with
postsurgical limitations.
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in learning more about the
surgical treatment of obesity, please contact us at 1-248-922-6830 to attend a
free informational seminar.
Meet the Medical Staff
Harris Dabideen, M.D., is board certified in both general surgery and
critical care surgery with special expertise in bariatric surgery. Dr. Dabideen
received his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin,
Ireland and completed his internship and surgical residence at Hurley Medical
Center in Flint.
Michael Kia, D.O., is a board certified general surgeon with fellowship
training in Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery from the University of Texas
in Houston. Dr. Kia specializes in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery.
He is the only fellowship-trained robotic general surgeon in Michigan. Dr. Kia
received his medical degree from Touro University in San Francisco, and he
completed his training in general surgery through Michigan State University.
Nicole Franklin, Psy.D., provides psychological support to bariatric patients
before and after their surgery. She also conducts the psychological evaluations
to determine whether someone is a suitable candidate for surgery. Dr. Franklin
is a graduate of Wright State University School of Professional Psychology in
Dayton, Ohio. She completed fellowship training in psychology with the McLaren
Family Practice Residency.
Denise Maginity, RD, is a registered dietitian with over
10 years experience with medical weight loss programs. As Manager of McLaren
’s Bariatric
Insitute, she provides nutrition education to clients as well as oversees the
day to day operations of the clinic. Denise is a graduate of Michigan State
University where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Human
Nutrition.
To Find Us:
 McLaren Bariatric Institute
Clarkston Medical Building
5701
Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 280
Clarkston, Michigan
(248) 922-6830
FAX:
248-922-6831
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