Transformative care for a healthier you
Surgical weight loss can be a powerful tool for people who have struggled to achieve meaningful, sustainable results with traditional methods. Our specialists offer a range of treatment options – including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy and endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty – that can improve metabolism, reduce hunger and support safe, long-term weight loss.
Your care team will recommend the approach that best aligns with your health needs, medical history and lifestyle. With education, nutritional guidance and follow-up care, we support you every step of the way toward confident, enduring success.
Our surgical program
Care with compassion and experience
Choosing the right providers is essential to your success. At Holy Cross Health, you will receive care at our accredited Center of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery at Holy Cross Hospital or benefit from the latest non-surgical endoscopic procedures at Holy Cross Germantown Hospital.
Our multidisciplinary teams, including board-certified bariatric surgeons, gastroenterologists, registered dietitians, nurses and behavioral health experts, work together to guide your care. Your treatment plan is tailored to your health needs, goals and lifestyle, supporting lasting success.
To learn more about weight-loss surgery at Holy Cross Health, email mcdona@holycrosshealth.org for the coordinator at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring or the Holy Cross Germantown Hospital at Elizabeth.Regan@holycrosshealth.org. Patients insured by Kaiser Permanente should call the main number 301-905-3535 and follow the prompts.
Bariatric surgery
Innovative, effective procedures
Our surgeons specialize in minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic techniques, using small incisions and advanced instruments to perform surgery with exceptional precision. Most patients qualify for this approach, which typically means less pain, a faster recovery and fewer complications than traditional open surgery.
Bariatric surgery changes the shape and function of your digestive system to support significant, sustained weight loss. At Holy Cross Hospital, we offer several proven procedures designed to improve health, boost energy and enhance overall quality of life.
- Sleeve gastrectomy
Reduces stomach size to limit food intake and naturally reduce hunger. - Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
Creates a smaller stomach pouch and reroutes digestion to support lasting weight loss. - Bariatric revision surgery
Modifies or corrects previous procedures to improve results or resolve complications.
You may be eligible for weight-loss surgery if your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or higher with an obesity-related medical condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure. In some cases, adolescents may qualify with a BMI of 40+ and a related condition, or 35+ and a severe obesity-related condition.
Holy Cross Health accepts a wide range of health insurances for bariatric surgery and most insurance companies cover this procedure. Check with your health insurance company to determine your plan benefits and requirements.
Endoscopic options
Non-surgical outpatient procedures
For those seeking effective weight loss without surgery, endoscopic procedures offer meaningful results with no incisions, no scars and minimal downtime. Our specialists use a thin, flexible endoscope, inserted through the mouth, to place sutures in the stomach lining, reducing its size and limiting food intake.
At Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, we provide two advanced options:
- Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)
Reduces stomach size with internal sutures. Most patients go home the same day and return to work in a few days. - Endoscopic Revision
Tightens or modifies a previous bariatric surgery, ideal for patients experiencing weight regain or changes in stomach size.
Endoscopic procedures are typically suited for individuals with a BMI of 30-50, with optimal results for those in the 30-35 range. These FDA-approved treatments are now covered by most insurers, expanding access for more patients.
With minimal disruption and impressive outcomes, endoscopic options make achieving better health easier and more convenient.
Your care team
Your partners in health and healing
At Holy Cross Health, our care teams combine specialized expertise with a commitment to your personalized care. Led by board-certified bariatric surgeons and gastroenterologists, our teams include:
- Dedicated physician assistants
- Hospital-based program coordinators
- Registered nurses
- Certified dietitians
- Behavioral health specialists
Every team member is focused on supporting your journey with compassion and helping you achieve lifelong success in health and wellness.