Ottawa Hospital (The) - Civic Campus - The Weight Management and Bariatric Centre of Excellence

Organization:

Phone Numbers:

613-761-5101

Fax:

613-761-5343

Website:

www.ottawahospital.on.ca/en/clinical-services/deptpgrmcs/programs/weight-management-clinic/

Address:

Maurice Grimes Lodge, 3rd floor
1053 Carling Ave
Ottawa, ON
K1Y 4E9

Intersection:

Parkdale Ave and Carling Ave

Location:

Civic Campus of The Ottawa Hospital

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Service Description:

Bariatric program * comprehensive treatment for obesity with both a surgical treatment and a lifestyle skills program * creates education resources * ensures standards of care are being met * education classes

Fees:

Set fees

Application:

Referrals are made by health care providers through the Ontario Bariatric Network's Bariatric Referral System

Eligibility / Target Population:

Individuals:
* with a Body Mass Index (BMI) above 35 with other complex medical problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure etc.
* with a BMI of 40 or above
* who have tried losing/managing weight for more than 3 months
* who are motivated and willing to make eating and lifestyle changes
* who are psychologically and medically fit for surgery

Languages:

English ; French

Area Served:

Ottawa