The first step of your weight loss journey

begins here.

Bariatric SpecialtiesNorth Ottawa Community Health System

1309 Sheldon RoadGrand Haven, MI 49417

www.noch.org | 616.842.3600

Want to learn more?

Join NOCHS and Dr. Foote for a free informational seminar.

When: Monthly.

Visit us at www.noch.org for our schedule or call 616.607.8136 to pre-register for a seminar.

Where: Seminars are held at NOCHS Multi-purpose Rooms located at 1309 Sheldon Road in Grand Haven.

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The first step of your weight loss journey begins here.North Ottawa Community Health System now offers bariatric surgery in Grand Haven.

Exceptional quality of life is what makes our community a desirable destination to visit and, for us, a place we are proud to call “home.” NOCHS’ mission is to provide health care services, close to home, that not only sustain but continuously improve our already stellar quality of life.

Weight management is a battle that can compromise quality of life. For many, it prohibits the ability to enjoy our community’s natural resources in an active, healthy way. And for some, it is a serious, life-threatening condition that inhibits even the most basic, daily functions.

That’s why we have teamed up with nationally renowned surgeon and NOCHS Bariatric Service Medical Director, Dr. James Foote, FACS, to bring bariatric services to the Grand Haven area. We are with you every step of the way - from informational orientations, through surgery and well into the future with support designed to sustain your weight loss success.

In addition to experienced surgical talent, NOCHS bariatric team of clinical and administrative professionals are all part of a seamless weight management program that is custom-designed for you right from the beginning. Our surgeries are performed laparoscopically, which is a minimally invasive procedure that generally means less pain and shorter recovery for patients. Bariatric surgery can cure or lessen many conditions associated with obesity such as diabetes, sleep apnea, hypertension, venous stasis, GERD and soft tissue infections.

Finding the strategy that’s best for you...

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric BandingThis procedure uses an adjustable ring that is placed around the upper portion of the stomach. Adjustable gastric band surgery patients do not lose weight as fast as with other procedures.

Typically you can expect to lose a pound a week. Weight loss can continue for three years or more based on diet and exercise. Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Foote is one of the state’s leading surgeons for Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) is an option for low weight loss patients and is also safe for higher weight individuals. With this procedure, 75% of the stomach is surgically removed, therefore restricting the amount of food an individual can eat. The majority of the weight loss for individuals will happen within 18 months. If further weight loss is needed, one can convert to the Gastric Band, Gastric Bypass or Duodenal Switch.

Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric BypassThis procedure is the most commonly performed weight-loss surgery in the United States. It is minimally invasive by creating a small gastric pouch to restrict food intake, and bypassing a small portion of the small intestines. Laparoscopic Duodenal SwitchDuodenal Switch creates the greatest long-term weight loss of any bariatric procedure. The duodenal switch is the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy combined with a very long limbed bypass. This procedure can be completed in one to two stages. Patients can lose up to 90% of their excess body weight by 18 months.

It is a life-changing experience that requires a long-term commitment from you and your bariatric care team. And the best part is, you don’t have to leave Grand Haven to access that support. We are all right here, working for and with you.

NOCHS Bariatric Team includes …

• Behavioral consultants• Exercise physiologist• Financial counselors• Dietitian• Medical/Surgical clinicians (RNs & Techs)• Professional facilitators for support groups

Dr. Foote and his partners are general surgeons who have advanced training and have dedicated their entire practice to bariatrics.

Dr. Foote, alone, has performed more than 2,300 bariatric procedures and routinely hosts surgeons from across the country, who travel here to learn his surgical technique. The four surgeons in this independent practice (all of whom also conduct surgery at NOCHS) have collectively performed more than 6,700 bariatric procedures and are widely regarded as the region’s most experienced surgical group.

James Foote, MD, FACS

“On behalf of our entire team, we look forward to the opportunity of joining you on your weight loss journey.”

Most insurance companies cover bariatric surgery; please check with your provider for coverage.