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Allina Health Weight Management Clinic – Abbott Northwestern Minneapolis - Type: Part of Allina Health, a nonprofit healthcare system based in Minneapolis, MN. - Location: Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis, MN (Abbott Northwestern is part of Allina Health’s network). - Focus: Weight management services (clinical programs likely include obesity treatment, nutrition counseling, lifestyle coaching, and related support). - Network context: Allina Health employs about 7,800 staff and operates multiple facilities in the Minneapolis area, with Abbott Northwestern Hospital as one of its major campuses. - Access: Part of the Allina Health system; may require referral or affiliation with Abbott Northwestern for weight management programs. Note: The provided highlights do not include detailed program specifics (e.g., program names, billing, hours, or contact). For precise services, eligibility, and scheduling, contact Abbott Northwestern Hospital or Allina Health’s weight management program directly through their official site or patient services.

Clinic Type

Weight Management

Address

920 E. 28th Street, Suite 460, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Phone

763-236-0940

Email

medicalweightmanagement@allina.com

Opening Hours

Mon-Fri 8 a.m.—4:30 p.m.; Sat-Sun Closed

Services Offered

  • weight management program
  • medical weight loss program
  • bariatric surgery

Technology & Equipment

  • Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP)
  • evidence-based treatments for safe and successful weight management

Insurance & Payment

Languages Spoken

FAQs

What services does the weight management clinic offer?

Medical weight loss program and bariatric surgery, plus access to weight loss specialists and a personalized pathway to better health.

Are virtual appointments available?

Yes, Allina Health offers virtual appointments and digital tools to start and stick to a plan.

Where is the clinic located?

Abbott Northwestern, 920 E. 28th Street, Suite 460, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Awards & Accreditations

  • National bariatric center of excellence (MBSAQIP accreditation)
  • Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) accreditation (National bariatric center of excellence)

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

  • Google/Dr.Visor: 2.8/5 (4)
  • GLP1 Clinics: 3.0/5 (2)
  • Allina Health Provider Site (Karen M Smead, CNS): 4.8/5 (27 reviews (95 ratings))

Patients praise

  • highly regarded for knowledgeable and supportive staff
  • patients frequently report feeling heard and respected during appointments
  • effective and clear communication from providers
  • comprehensive, evidence-based approach to weight management
  • strong patient satisfaction ratings for individual providers

Common complaints

  • concerns regarding inconsistent post-operative support and communication
  • reports of feeling unheard or belittled by some staff members
  • difficulties in coordinating care between departments or receiving timely callbacks

"Amy listened and understood what I am going through. It was so appreciated."

Patient review of Amy L Wetzel, NP

"Karen was really nice and explained things in a way could understand. She listened and honest all my questions. She was nonjudgmental!"

Patient review of Karen M Smead, CNS

"Unfortunately the help you receive from this clinic afterwards is nothing short of disappointing."

Patient review of Allina Health Weight Management (Mercy Bariatric Center context)

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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