Find Long-Term Weight Management

If you’re struggling with your weight, you’re not alone. Get science-backed support, resources and procedures that will help you lose weight and keep it off.

Sanford Health can help you reach and maintain a healthy weight to boost your self-confidence and overall health.


Explore Weight Loss Options

We offer several options to help with your weight goals, from support and education to surgery and non-surgical procedures.

Weight Loss Surgery. Lose weight with the help of surgery. Sanford Health offers gastric bypass, gastric sleeve and gastric band. Ask about your bariatric surgery options.

Non-Surgical Weight Loss. You can also try less invasive weight loss procedures. These programs will constrict the size of your stomach without making a single incision.

Nutrition. Learn how to manage your diet in a healthy and nourishing way. Change your mindset to look at food as fuel and nourishment instead of as short-term gratification


Weight Loss Management

Keep the weight off. Make a few key lifestyle changes to improve your general health and well-being through a weight loss management program at Sanford Health.

Your unique program may include:

  • Health coach support from registered nurses
  • Individual and group nutritional classes
  • Exercise options
  • Meal replacements
  • Support groups
  • Medication

Choose the weight loss program that’s right for you and your long-term success.


Find Weight Loss Classes and Events

We want to give you every possible resource to help you succeed. Attend weight loss classes and events in your area to connect with others on the same journey.

We offer informational sessions, support groups, Overeaters Anonymous and more.

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Find a Location

Learn more about Sanford Health’s weight loss clinics and programs. We have weight loss programs in North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota that provide non-surgical and surgical weight loss options.

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Find a Weight Loss Specialist

Discuss which option might be the best fit for you with a specialist. Let’s start your path to a healthier future.

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Patient Stories

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Meet George Miller

Weight loss surgery kick-started a healthy lifestyle for George Miller. He’s now completed two full marathons and lost half his original body weight.

Read George’s Story

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Meet the Wrucke Family

Three members of the Wrucke family joined Profile by Sanford. Between them, they’ve lost over 200 pounds and look forward to a healthier future.

Read Their Story

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Surgery as a Treatment

Obesity is a serious health condition linked to a variety of factors. If you have a high body mass index (BMI), you have treatment options, including weight loss surgery. No matter what you see on TV shows like My 600-lb Life, bariatric surgery isn’t an extreme option for weight loss. Watch the video to learn about the average weight loss surgery patient and the benefits of getting treatment.

Is Surgery Right For You?

If you meet certain criteria, you may qualify to be a bariatric surgery candidate. Watch the video and calculate your body mass index (BMI) below to see if you should consider weight loss surgery or other obesity treatments. Obesity is a chronic disease and is treatable. Check your BMI and explore your care options.

 

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Don’t Believe the Myths

A lot has changed with bariatric surgery in the last few years. It is a safer procedure with fewer complications, and a majority of patients don’t regain a lot of weight in the years following the procedure. Don’t let the myths about surgery keep you from getting obesity treatment. Treat it early to improve your health and avoid long-term medical problems. Watch the video to learn more facts about weight loss surgery.

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