Center for Weight Loss at Southern Ocean Medical Center
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About This Location
The Center for Weight Loss at Southern Ocean Medical Center is a weight loss specialty center in Manahawkin, NJ, that helps people manage obesity with a full, supportive approach. Our team works with you on a plan built for lasting weight loss changes, not temporary solutions.
This weight loss team includes:
- Bariatric Surgeons
- Fitness Experts
- Registered Dietitians
This group works together to support your weight loss goals with guidance, tools, and ongoing support that can help you feel better every day.
We are part of Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest health network, giving patients coordinated access to specialists and services across the system.
Our Services
- Bariatric Revision Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery Evaluation
- Blood Work And Health Checks
- Gastric Band Surgery
- Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Nutrition Guidance And Meal Planning
- Ongoing Monitoring And Support
- Personalized Weight Loss Plans
- Weight Loss Evaluations
- Weight Loss Medications, When Appropriate
- And More
About This Location
The Center for Weight Loss at Southern Ocean Medical Center is a weight loss specialty center in Manahawkin, NJ, that helps people manage obesity with a full, supportive approach. Our team works with you on a plan built for lasting weight loss changes, not temporary solutions.
This weight loss team includes:
- Bariatric Surgeons
- Fitness Experts
- Registered Dietitians
This group works together to support your weight loss goals with guidance, tools, and ongoing support that can help you feel better every day.
We are part of Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest health network, giving patients coordinated access to specialists and services across the system.
Our Services
- Bariatric Revision Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery Evaluation
- Blood Work And Health Checks
- Gastric Band Surgery
- Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Nutrition Guidance And Meal Planning
- Ongoing Monitoring And Support
- Personalized Weight Loss Plans
- Weight Loss Evaluations
- Weight Loss Medications, When Appropriate
- And More
Weight Loss Program Eligibility
Eligibility for weight loss programs at Southern Ocean Medical Center:
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 27 or higher
- You have weight-related medical conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure
What to Expect From a Weight Loss Program
Evaluations
The first step is an evaluation with a specialized weight loss doctor that determines your body’s needs and is necessary to create a dedicated plan for you. This evaluation includes:
- A physician- led discussion of weight loss options
- Blood work
- Medical history
- Obesity history
- Physical examination
- Review of systems, emphasizing obesity-related complications
Determine Weight Loss Plan
If your weight loss plan includes nutritional guidance, you’ll get a meal plan that meets your dietary preferences while incorporating balanced nutrition and portion control to support your weight loss goals.
If your plan involves medication management, your doctor will prescribe FDA-approved weight loss medications to help suppress appetite, boost metabolism or reduce fat absorption. While taking medication, we will monitor you closely for any potential side effects.
Discuss Surgery Options
In some cases, your doctor may recommend bariatric surgery. We offer a range of weight loss surgeries tailored to meet individual needs, many of which can be performed laparoscopically or robotically, including gastric band, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy (gastric sleeve) and bariatric revision surgery.
Participating in the weight loss program requires a commitment to long-term lifestyle changes. Contrary to a "quick fix", this program emphasizes sustainable habits for lasting success in managing weight and overall health.
Why Choose Our Weight Loss Program?
When you come to the Center for Weight Loss at Southern Ocean Medical Center for weight loss, you can expect:
- Expert Leadership: Our Center for Weight Loss is recognized by the American College of Surgeons as the most comprehensive, high-quality bariatric surgery program in the region.
We are designated as a Center of Excellence by the American Society of Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery. - Ongoing Support and Monitoring: Regular follow-up appointments with our medical team will track your progress, adjust your treatment plan as needed and provide ongoing support.
- Convenient Locations: Located at Southern Ocean Medical Center in Manahawkin, NJ, and 355 Lakehurst Road in Toms River, NJ our program offers easy access to a wide range of weight management services close to home.
Learn more about the weight management services offered at Hackensack Meridian Health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We offer medical and surgical weight loss services designed to support long-term results. Services include:
- Weight loss evaluations
- Personalized weight loss plans
- Nutrition guidance and meal planning
- Weight loss medications, when appropriate
- Ongoing monitoring and support
- Bariatric surgery options, including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, gastric band, and revision surgery
You may be eligible for care at the Center for Weight Loss at Southern Ocean Medical Center, if your body mass index (BMI) is 27 or higher or if you have weight-related health conditions, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. A full evaluation with a weight loss doctor is used to determine the right next steps.
Your first visit includes a detailed evaluation to understand your health and weight history. This evaluation may include:
- A physician-led discussion of weight loss options
- Blood work
- Review of medical and obesity history
- Physical examination
- Review of obesity-related health concerns
Yes, weight loss medications may be part of your plan when appropriate. If medication is recommended, your doctor may prescribe FDA-approved options to help manage appetite, metabolism, or fat absorption, with close monitoring for side effects.
The Center for Weight Loss at Southern Ocean Medical Center focuses on lasting lifestyle changes rather than quick fixes. Support includes ongoing follow-up visits, plan adjustments as needed, and coordinated care through Hackensack Meridian Health to help patients manage weight and overall health over time.
