Transform Your Life With Trusted Weight-Loss Care

You deserve to feel your best — and to feel confident in the weight-loss care that will get you there. With surgical and nonsurgical options and a whole-health approach, our bariatric surgery leader serving Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Orange City, Palm Coast and Tavares is ready to help you reach your goals.

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A Comprehensive Bariatric Program Built for You

Weight loss is not one-size-fits-all, and neither is our approach. Your bariatric care team will get to know you, your unique health history and your short- and long-term goals to determine which weight-loss method could be right for you. We guide you every step of the way, from initial consultation to post-surgery support and beyond.

Surgical Weight-Loss Options With Proven Results

Bariatric procedures are designed to reduce the amount of consumed food and the digestion and absorption of calories. We offer these effective procedures:

  • Gastric band adjustments
  • Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
  • Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
  • Single anastomosis duodenal switch (SADI)

Nonsurgical Medical Weight Loss Tailored to You

If you’re looking for a convenient and affordable alternative to bariatric surgery, our medical weight-loss program may be the right fit for you. We balance semaglutide medication (also known as GLP-1’s and anti-obesity medications) assistance with a whole-person approach to deliver proven results.

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Life-Changing Relief From Chronic Health Conditions

Obesity increases your risk for many conditions, including cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, infertility, sleep apnea, Type 2 diabetes and more. If you’re on one or more medications to manage a chronic health condition like hypertension, PCOS or T2D, find hope that many patients can reduce their prescription needs after bariatric surgery — or find their condition resolves completely.

Insurance and Self-Pay Options for More Flexibility

We’re here to help you start this new chapter in the way that works best for you. Many insurance plans cover bariatric surgery, and self-pay options are also available. Our care coordinators can walk you through the insurance verification process and discuss self-pay rates.

How Bariatric Surgery Transformed Chelsea’s Life

After years of struggling with her weight, Chelsea chose to undergo bariatric surgery with our weight-loss expert, Dr. Birkedal. Now 141 pounds down, Chelsea is happier than ever and rediscovering her love of hiking with her daughter. Watch her story and how her journey continues to inspire others every day.

Meet Your East Florida Weight-Loss Expert

As a bariatric and general surgeon, Christian Birkedal, MD, believes in treating every patient like he would treat his own family. Dr. Birkedal joins you in your journey to embrace a healthier lifestyle with compassion and understanding. He considers it a blessing — and his true calling — to care for you and help improve your health.

Convenient Weight-Loss Options Close to Home

Get the compassionate medical weight-loss support you deserve by our team of bariatric experts — right in your neighborhood with locations in Palm Coast, Daytona Beach and Orange City. With competitive self-pay pricing starting as low as $499 a month, you can begin your health journey without needing insurance or a referral. You'll have the option for convenient home delivery for your medications and access to multiple office locations as choices for your initial consultation. Contact our office to learn more.

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Weight-Loss Care That’s Nationally Recognized

Bariatric surgery is a big step, and you can rest assured that you’re in the best hands at AdventHealth. Our team is recognized by these national organizations for our commitment to safe, effective and high-quality bariatric care.

MBSAQIP Accreditation

AdventHealth Daytona Beach has been accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) for surgical treatment of severe obesity and its related conditions. To earn this designation, the hospital met stringent criteria for staffing, training and facility infrastructure and protocols for care, ensuring its ability to support patients with severe obesity.

UnitedHealthcare® Bariatric Center of Excellence

UnitedHealthcare® recognizes AdventHealth Daytona Beach as a Bariatric Center of Excellence for upholding the highest quality care for weight-loss surgery.

Optum Bariatric Center of Excellence

Optum recognizes AdventHealth Daytona Beach’s bariatric surgery program as a Center of Excellence for maintaining the highest standards of patient care and raising the bar for bariatric care in the local community.

Cigna Center of Excellence Quality Bariatric Center

AdventHealth Daytona Beach is a recognized Cigna Center of Excellence Quality Bariatric Center, highlighting the hospital’s exceptional patient care for everyone who chooses bariatric surgery.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction® Center

The Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery accreditation means AdventHealth Daytona Beach is committed to quality bariatric care by meeting strict criteria developed by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS).

Take the Next Step Toward Feeling Your Best

A healthier, happier you is waiting. And you can count on our multidisciplinary team to cheer you on at every step. With expertise and compassion, we’ll stay committed to you as you commit to meaningful change — and lifelong wellness.