Supporting you at every step
There are many reasons to consider medication weight loss or weight-loss surgery. Improved health, improved mobility and renewed confidence are a few we frequently hear from our patients. These are all great reasons to begin exploring weight-loss surgery as an option in your journey to better health.
The bariatric (weight-loss) surgery program at Adventist Health Portland is here to help. Our supportive and compassionate team will help you transform your future with our weight-loss and long-term weight management solutions.
Knowing your risk is important
Our free health assessment can help you understand your health and the risk factors that can keep you from enjoying what you love.
Compassionate, Personalized Care
A greater sense of wellbeing
Everything you want to do is easier without the extra weight. And our team understand that because you’re unique, your weight-loss journey will be to! That’s why we offer multiple weight-loss surgery options, as well as support every step of the way. We also offer non-surgical weight management options. We’re here to make sure nothing keeps you from enjoying every part of life.
Meet Our Team
Our team is committed to long-term follow-up and support for our patients, which helps to ensure lasting weight-loss success.
Ryland Stucke, MD
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Jill Weaver Welshans, ACNP
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A Leader in Surgical Care
National standards for safe, high-quality bariatric care
Adventist Health Portland is proud to be accredited as a Comprehensive Center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program, a quality program of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
This accreditation means you can depend on us to meet the highest standards for patient safety and quality when you’re looking for surgical treatment in your weight-loss journey. Before, during and after surgery, you can expect multidisciplinary care designed specifically for patients with obesity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Types of weight loss surgery we offer
You’re unique. You deserve the procedure that will fit your specific needs. Your surgeon will carefully walk you through a variety of options and help you choose the one that’s right for you.
Gastric bypass surgery
The surgeon isolates a section of the stomach, creating a small pouch about the size of an egg, and bypasses the first part of the intestines. You become full with smaller meals, and your body absorbs fewer calories.
Gastric sleeve surgery
The surgeon removes most of the stomach and the result is a tube-shaped pouch that can hold three to six ounces of food.
Duodenal switch surgery
The surgeon reduces the size of your stomach and bypasses part of the small intestine. You feel full sooner, your body absorbs fewer calories, and the hunger signals from your stomach and intestines are reduced.
When needed, we also help patients with removal of gastric bands from previous surgeries.
Benefits of robotic-assisted surgery
Robotic-assisted surgery allows our surgeons to perform your bariatric procedure with more precision, flexibility and control than is possible with conventional techniques. Robotic surgery is usually associated with minimally invasive surgery — procedures performed through tiny incisions.
Robotic surgery provides more precision and better outcomes with a faster recovery.
Will my insurance cover weight-loss surgery?
While most insurance policies cover weight-loss surgery, there are exceptions. To be sure, you will need to review your health insurance coverage and/or speak with your health insurance provider.
I’ve discovered I’m not a candidate for weight-loss surgery. What can I do now?
We can still help you reach your weight-loss goals! Our clinic offers medical weight management options, including FDA-approved medications like semaglutides and tirzepatides.
What are the health outcome benefits of bariatric surgery and medication-assisted weight loss?
Sustained Weight Loss: Both methods lead to significant, lasting weight reduction, typically 20-35% of body weight.
Improved Heart Health: They lower the risk of heart disease by reducing blood pressure, cholesterol, and improving blood sugar control.
Type 2 Diabetes Remission: Bariatric surgery can lead to diabetes remission; medications help improve blood sugar control.
Joint Pain Relief: Weight loss reduces joint stress, improving mobility and decreasing pain.
Better Sleep: Both can reduce sleep apnea by decreasing fat around the throat.
Improved Mental Health: Weight loss often boosts mood, body image, and self-esteem.
Lower Cancer Risk: Reduces risks of obesity-related cancers like breast and colon cancer.
Our Location
Adventist Health Multi-Specialty Surgery Clinic
(503) 256-1575
10000 SE Main Street, Suite 316
Portland, OR 97216
Monday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.