Why Choose Us?

  • Our nationally recognized program meets the highest standards for patient safety and quality of care.

  • We are more than just surgery; we provide a multidisciplinary approach to care by specially trained physicians and staff, which results in better patient outcomes.

  • We offer personalized preoperative and postoperative care designed specifically for severely obese patients.

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Surgical Weight Loss Options!

  • Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass

    Gastric bypass is the gold standard of bariatric surgery. By bypassing a section of the small intestine, this procedure helps patients eat less food, absorb less calories, make better food choices, and helps patients feel fuller longer. Combined, these effects helps patients lose massive amounts of weight and keep it off.

  • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

    Sleeve gastrectomy is an operation that removes a large portion of the stomach, transforming it into more of a sleeve than a bag. It presents less complication risks than gastric bypass, making it an ideal solution for elderly or high-risk patients.

  • Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding Surgery

    Gastric banding inserts an adjustable band around the upper stomach, which restricts the volume of food. As a result, patients with an adjustable band feel fuller earlier, allowing them to comfortably consume less food. The band allows surgeons to adjust it according to a patient’s needs. This operation is reversible and creates slower, more controlled weight loss.

Achieve Lifelong Weight Loss

Start Your Journey with Jupiter Medical Center

The Institute for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery at Jupiter Medical Center utilizes the most advanced surgical methods in order to help patients lose weight and keep it off. Each of our procedures is conducted using laparoscopic methods—meaning major revisions to your gastrointestinal system can be made using only 5 or 6 small incisions. As a result, patients have a faster recovery and faster results.

As part of the Jupiter Medical Center family, our facility has some of the strongest credentials and most cutting-edge resources in the field. We are accredited through the Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program, a program founded by the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery. Our program has been recognized for our high standards and consistently positive results in surgery and in our multidisciplinary approach.

Call (561) 263-3535 today to make an appointment. If you have any questions about treatment, get answers by filling out our simple form!

Offering new hope to those who struggle with healthy weight management.

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Meet Our Team

Extensive background in weight loss surgery & thousands of procedures performed!

  • Jefferson R. Vaughan, MD

    Medical Director

    Our team of weight loss surgery specialists is led by Dr. Jefferson Vaughan, a veteran in bariatric medicine. Dr. Vaughan has personally performed thousands of laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures, and is indirectly responsible for tens of thousands more. His expertise is sought by medical experts nationwide, and he has trained over 36 teams around the world in his techniques. As a trainee under the first surgeon to ever perform a laparoscopic gastric bypass, Dr. Vaughan has always been on the forefront of bariatric medicine—and continues to benefit his patients with his skill and experience.

  • Jeanne Constable, RN, BSN, CGRN

    Bariatric Coordinator

    Jeanne brings more than 30 years of experience as a digestive health nurse. Her primary interest has always been digestive health. As a passionate advocate for health and wellness, she finds bariatrics an exciting and ever-evolving field of medicine. Bariatrics offers patients struggling with weight and health-related issues an opportunity to regain their health and improve their quality of life. Jeanne works personally with each patient to coordinate their plan of care so that they are fully prepared for surgery. After surgery, she ensures that patients receive ongoing support and education for optimal success. Jeanne provides quality care, education, counseling, resources and support services with kindness and compassion.

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Testimonials

Learn how bariatric surgery transformed their bodies and their lives!

  • "Before my weight loss, I couldn’t keep up with my active daughter. Now, she can’t keep up with me! I lost the equivalent of a whole person. But, I gained confidence and self-esteem. I got my life back."

    - Yvonne

  • "Having the gastric banding procedure saved my life. My blood pressure and cholesterol are now under control without medication. I’ve added years to my life. Before the procedure, I couldn’t walk. I was confined to a motorized wheelchair. Now, I can do a lot of the physical activities with my 12-year-old son that I had been missing out on."

    - Jane

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