Our highly personalized care is the reason Fresh Start Bariatrics at Riverside Methodist Hospital stands out from other bariatric surgery programs in Ohio. We've created an online information resource where you can take a few minutes to find out if bariatric surgery is right for you.

Get an Inside Perspective

Bariatric surgery comes with potential benefits that go beyond weight loss. Studies show gastric bypass surgery dramatically cuts cancer and diabetes risks. It also can be truly life changing because of the overall physical, mental, emotional and spiritual results bariatric patients experience. You can read more about our program on the Fresh Start Bariatrics website, including finding answers to the following questions:

• Why bariatric surgery?
• Who qualifies?
• What is bariatric surgery?  

Explore the Bariatric Journey

We provide an in-depth online patient guide, testimonials, financing information and more on our Fresh Start Bariatrics website. You can read the patient guide and get answers on our helpful FAQ.

Attend a Free Seminar

Fresh Start Bariatrics offers free seminars to help potential patients learn about our services and bariatric surgery. You'll find dates, times and locations online plus get the forms you need.  Can't attend one of the seminars in Mansfield or Columbus? You can take the course online. We show you how.