Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery | SUNY Upstate
Bariatric Surgery • Syracuse, NY • Since 1950
About
SUNY Upstate Syracuse hosts bariatric and metabolic surgery services through its Upstate University Hospital and affiliated centers. As part of SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, the program leverages the university’s clinical weight loss expertise, multidisciplinary teams, and access to Upstate’s Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive cancer, cardiovascular, and spine/brain programs. The department offers surgical weight-loss options (e.g., bariatric procedures) and multidisciplinary support from the Norton College of Medicine, College of Health Professions, and College of Nursing, with services integrated into Upstate University Hospital and regional outpatient sites. For details on specific procedures, team specialists, eligibility criteria, and referral processes, contact SUNY Upstate Medical University or Upstate University Hospital directly.
Clinic Type
Bariatric Surgery
Address
Bariatric Surgery Center, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY
Phone
315 464-5540
FroioK@Upstate.edu
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Telehealth
https://www.upstate.edu/bariatric/telehealth.php
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
Accredited comprehensive program; MBSAQIP standards
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What is MBSAQIP accreditation?
The Bariatric Surgery program is accredited as a Comprehensive Center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP).
What do accredited centers demonstrate?
They maintain resources and standards set forth by MBSAQIP and report their outcomes to the MBSAQIP database.
Awards & Accreditations
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Reviews on My Website: 2.4/5 (10)
- ObesityHelp: 4.03/5 (38)
Patients praise
- highly regarded surgical staff with strong bedside manner
- accredited as a Comprehensive Center by MBSAQIP
- professional and thorough patient education program
- attentive and compassionate bedside nursing staff reported by many patients
Common complaints
- reports of poor administrative or intake experiences
- complaints regarding hospital noise and sleep disruption post-surgery
- inconsistent nursing care quality reported by some patients
"The surgeons, nursing staff and administration of Upstate were all stars. They were very attentive to my needs and I felt well cared for."
— ObesityHelp user review"Dr Simon is the best! He is professional, caring, and highly skilled... Post op he and his staff were easy to reach."
— ObesityHelp user review"They might have the best surgeon in the world, but you'll never find out for yourself."
— Yelp user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Tiffany Bell has been named chief ambulatory officer | Upstate News | SUNY Upstate — May 12, 2026
- Company news: Tiffany Bell named chief ambulatory officer at Upstate - syracuse.com — May 20, 2026
- New bariatric surgery program launched by NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln – Bronx Times — Jul 15, 2025
- Maria Lumbrazo, NP | CNY Spine and Pain Medicine | Personalized Pain Management | Central New York — Feb 26, 2026
- Exploring bariatrics: Lesser-known facts about weight loss surgery — Jan 13, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More bariatric surgery clinics in Syracuse
Crouse Health in Syracuse, NY offers bariatric (weight loss) surgery as part of its surgical services. The hospital is a large, nonprofit, acute-care center with a comprehensive surgical program, including robotic and bariatric options, and a wide range of specialty services. It operates phase-forward ambulatory surgery centers and is a regional center for high-risk obstetrics and comprehensive stroke care. If you’re specifically seeking bariatric surgery, contact Crouse Health for details on procedures, providers, eligibility, required pre-op testing, and post-operative support, and to verify current program availability and coverage. Address: 736 Irving Ave, Syracuse, NY 13210.
Crouse Medical Practice (PLLC) is a nonprofit multi-specialty physician group based in Syracuse, NY (founded 2010; 3 office locations). They employ 114 staff and have about $6.5M in annual revenue. While their highlights emphasize neurosurgery, neurology, spine and brain tumor care, they also offer primary care and various specialties (cardiology, sleep medicine, endocrinology, pulmonology, etc.). The site promotes accepting new primary care patients and provides a contact page for scheduling. If you’re specifically seeking Bariatric Surgery in Syracuse: - There is no explicit mention of bariatric surgery services on the provided page or highlights. - The practice emphasizes neurosurgery, neurology, spine, and general multi-specialty care rather than weight-loss/metabolic surgery. Recommendation: - Visit the contact page or call the main number to confirm whether Crouse Medical Practice offers bariatric surgery or weight-management programs, and to inquire about referrals to bariatric surgeons if needed.
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