Bariatric Weight Loss | Northwest Healthcare | Tucson, AZ
Bariatric & Weight Loss Surgery • Tucson, AZ
About
Summary: Northwest Healthcare in Tucson, AZ offers bariatric and foregut weight loss services through Northwest Bariatric & Foregut Surgery. The center highlights successful patient outcomes (e.g., substantial weight loss) and features clinicians such as Dr. Patrick Chiasson. The organization is a multi-site health system with ambulatory care, surgical services, and comprehensive medical offerings, headquartered in Tucson and operating across seven U.S. offices plus international locations. If you’re seeking Bariatric weight loss options in Tucson, this facility presents as a key local resource within Northwest Healthcare.
Clinic Type
Bariatric & Weight Loss Surgery
Address
Northwest Medical Center, 6200 North LaCholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741
Phone
520-219-8690
rachel.deal@northwestmedicalcenter.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
Am I a candidate?
If you're struggling to lose weight, one of our customized programs may be right for you.
What weight loss services are offered?
Weight loss methods include dietary counseling, behavior modification, exercise, support groups and bariatric surgery, and a medically managed weight loss program in addition to surgical options.
Is there a medically managed weight loss program available?
Yes, in addition to surgical options.
Who is the Bariatric Coordinator at Northwest Medical Center and how can they be contacted?
Bariatric Coordinator, Northwest Medical Center Rachel Deal, email rachel.deal@northwestmedicalcenter.com, phone 520-219-8690.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- 4doctors.net (Northwest Bariatric and Foregut Surgery): 3.2/5 stars (6 user reviews)
- ObesityHelp (Northwest Medical Center): 4.5/5 stars (21 ratings)
- Healthgrades (Northwest Medical Center): 50% recommend
Patients praise
- Highly regarded bariatric surgeons, specifically Dr. Stephen Burpee and Dr. Patrick Chiasson
- Many patients report successful long-term weight loss outcomes and life-changing health improvements
- Accessible facility with dedicated private rooms for bariatric patients
- Supportive staff and efficient administrative experiences noted by many patients
Common complaints
- Reports of unprofessional behavior or lack of empathy from some mid-level clinical staff (e.g., PAs)
- Complaints regarding inconsistent nursing care, particularly during overnight shifts
- Instances of poor patient communication or feeling dismissed when raising concerns post-surgery
"I had no problems with my surgeon Dr. Chassion. However, his post ops are with the mid levels. How “professional” it was today to be laughed at by his PA... I won’t be returning to a clinic that laughs at their patients! It would be one star but I have nothing bad to say about my surgeon Dr. Chassion so I gave an extra star for him. It’s the after care that is not acceptable!"
— Patient review on 4doctors.net"It's a Bariatric Center of Excellence. I've always been taken care of thoroughly and had my needs met quickly every time I've used this hospital... The staff are very caring and dedicated to their patients, and respond to requests for assistance quickly."
— Patient review on ObesityHelp.com"He was amazing, with a great personality – no-nonsense and up-front... He explained all of my options and everything that would happen with my gastric bypass, step by step. And I was finally ready."
— Patient testimonial via Northwest Healthcare newsroomSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Northwest Healthcare | Tucson, AZ - About Northwest Medical Center — Jun 23, 2026
- Megan Poje, FNP-BC - Tucson - Northwest Allied Physician — Oct 30, 2025
- Bariatric Surgery Tucson, AZ | Carondelet Health Network — Mar 11, 2026
- Dr. Iman Ghaderi, MD - Tucson, AZ - Find a Doctor | Banner Health — Nov 3, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
More bariatric & weight loss surgery clinics in Tucson
Tucson Medical Center (TMC) is a nonprofit, regionally prominent hospital in Tucson, Arizona, serving as the core of the TMC Health system. Key details: - Services: Primary, secondary, and ambulatory care, emergency and specialty clinics; part of a larger health network. - Network: TMC Health—four affiliated hospitals; TMC is Mayo Clinic Network member. - Capacity and outcomes: Licensed for 568 beds; 37,000+ annual discharges; over $791 million in annual revenue; consistently ranked among top hospitals in Arizona. - Leadership: Mimi Coomler, President & CEO. - Location: HQ at 5301 E Grant Road, Tucson, AZ 85712; multiple clinics in Tucson and southern Arizona. If you’re specifically seeking weight loss surgery options at TMC, the page indicates general surgical and specialty care services but does not provide details on weight loss (bariatric) programs. For precise information, we recommend checking TMC’s bariatric surgery offerings or contacting their surgery department directly.
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