Bariatric Surgery Program - CHI Health
Bariatrics • Omaha, NE • 1 main program location locations
About
It lists Lakeside as part of the CHI Health network, with 45 employees and a growth of 16.4% year-over-year. Key details include leadership (e.g., Jason Roberts, Director; Gema Simmons, Obstetrics & Gynecology Department Chair) and departmental breakdowns. The site indicates Lakeside’s headquarters address (16901 Lakeside Hills Ct, Omaha) and its public company status within the Hospitals and Health Care industry. There is no specific information about a Bariatric Surgery Program at CHI Health Omaha on this page.
Clinic Type
Bariatrics
Address
CHI Health Immanuel, Medical Building One, 6829 N 72nd St #5500, Omaha, NE 68122
Phone
(402) 572-3684
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Telehealth
Yes (virtual visits)
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Check with your insurance company; specific exclusions may apply. Contact Weight Management for details.
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Who can benefit from bariatric surgery?
Adults with BMI over 40, or BMI 35-40 with obesity-related medical conditions; candidates who have not succeeded with non-surgical weight loss methods.
What procedures are offered?
Laparoscopic procedures including adjustable gastric banding; advanced endoscopic procedure; endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty.
Is there ongoing follow-up?
Yes, long-term follow-up with educational and nutritional support, monthly post-operative support groups, and bi-monthly education seminars.
Does insurance cover weight loss surgery?
Check with your insurance company and see if bariatric surgery or weight loss surgery is a covered benefit under your policy. If your insurance policy includes a specific exclusion for the surgical treatment of obesity you will not be covered for surgery, no matter your current health issues.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- ObesityHelp.com (Dr. Thomas J. White): 5.0/5.0 (45 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Corrigan McBride): 3.2/5.0 (11 reviews)
- Facebook (CHI Health Weight Management): 86% recommend (6 reviews)
Patients praise
- skilled and professional surgical staff reported by many patients
- comprehensive patient support, including educational materials and support groups
- MBSAQIP accreditation demonstrating commitment to safety and quality standards
- modern facilities and well-defined patient care pathways
Common complaints
- billing and payment plan issues, including unexpected collections notices and third-party fees
- reports of poor bedside manner from some providers
- frustrations with administrative responsiveness and communication
"Dr. White is a very skilled surgeon... The staff is excellent and have always answered my questions and concerns promptly."
— ObesityHelp.com"Her bedside manor is terrible... she was in a horrible mood, rolled her eyes at me, and made me cry."
— Healthgrades (Dr. Corrigan McBride)"They migrated everyone’s payment plans to Payzen which costs $4.95/mo on top of your payment. You cannot pay in full or pay early. Nothing."
— Better Business BureauSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Methodist bariatric surgery program focuses on long-term success, not a quick fix — Jun 15, 2026
- ‘It’s a whole-health thing’: Gretna man finds success with Methodist’s bariatric surgery program after other failed weight-loss efforts | Methodist Health System | Omaha, Council Bluffs, Fremont — Jun 18, 2026
- What does weight loss success on GLP-1 look like? | Nebraska Medicine Omaha, NE — Jan 12, 2026
- American College of Surgeons Awards CHI Health Creighton UMC–Bergan Mercy National Recognition for Meritorious Outcomes - Midwest Medical Edition — Nov 7, 2025
- What you need to know about the compounded GLP-1 ban | Nebraska Medicine Omaha, NE — Aug 19, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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