Enloe Bariatric Program
Leading the way for obesity treatment and patient advocacy: The Enloe Medical Center Bariatric Program is committed to addressing the medical, psychological, social and nutritional problems associated with excess weight. Enloe offers bariatric surgery, backed by education and support programs.
Designations for THE eNLOE Bariatric Program

Enloe Medical Center has been designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery. Blue Distinction is given to medical facilities that have demonstrated expertise in delivering quality health care and is based on rigorous, evidence-based criteria. Learn more...
The American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery designated Enloe Medical Center, with surgical director Dr. Deron Ludwig, as a Center of Excellence. Learn more...
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Enloe Bariatric Program
251 Cohasset Road, Suite 110
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 332-5122
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VIDEO Q & A:
Bariatric Surgery

Erik Simchuk, M.D.
- Why do diets tend not to work, or not work for long?
- Who would be a candidate for bariatric surgery?
- What is BMI, or Body Mass Index?
- Besides weight-loss, what benefits does bariatric surgery offer patients?
- What are the advantages of minimally invasive bariatric surgery?
- What are realistic expectations, long term?

Deron Ludwig, M.D.
- What is a LAP-BAND, and how does it work?
- What is a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass?
- What is a sleeve gastrectomy?
- Are LAP-BANDS and bypasses permanent?
- What is a Center of Excellence, and why does this distinction matter?
