OSF Bariatric Program Information to Get Started

Step 1 - Watch the Informational Video Series

If you are considering weight loss surgery, it is required that you complete this video series. In these videos, you will learn about the OSF Weight Management programs, types of weight loss surgery and the associated risks and benefits. You will learn the criteria to qualify for weight loss surgery and the program steps you need to take to prepare for surgery.

Note: You must watch all 5 videos, and complete the survey evaluation, before proceeding in the program.

Part 1 - Program Overview

Part 2 - Risks and Benefits

Part 3 - Types of Surgery

Part 4 - Getting Started

Part 5 - Insurance Coverage

Step 2 - Complete Survey Evaluation

Complete this survey evaluation after watching the video series.

Surgery Cases and Outcomes

The bariatric program at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center is accredited as a Surgical Quality Partner by the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program.

We offer the following procedures with a low rate of complication.

	Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy	Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass	Sleeve to Bypass Conversion
Number of Surgeries Performed at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in 2025	150	85	5
*2025 Rates of Occurrences (national data):*
Leak	0.13%	0.24%	0.45%
Bleed	0.68%	1.38%	1.48%
Surgical Site Infection	0.54%	0.82%	1.46%
Reoperations	0.40%	1.13%	1.84%
Interventions	0.32%	0.96%	1.65%
Readmissions	1.83%	4.30%	6.30%

Other Resources

The following documents are available to download here. Paper copies of this material will be available at your first appointment.

Have Questions?

Call (309) 282-1600 for more information.