What is weight loss surgery
Most people are afraid of weight loss surgery because of the health risks and they don’t know if their insurance covers the surgery. We can answer those questions in a quick free 15 minute phone call.
Gastric Sleeve
The laparoscopic vertical sleeve gastrectomy
- Can take NSAIDS after surgery
- No rearrangement of GI tract
- Most popular operation
Gastric Bypass
The laparoscopic roux-en-y gastric bypass
- The oldest operation for weight loss
- Works great for patients who have reflux related diseases
- Can be done laparoscopically
Who qualifies for weight loss surgery
A lot of people just don’t know or don’t understand who qualifies for weight loss surgery. If your BMI is over 40 you qualify for surgery, and if your BMI is over 35 and less than 40 you may qualify
What Else Do We Do?
Tumor Surgery
We perform abdominal surgery using a minimally invasive approach for various causes.
- Abdominal Cancer
- Colon and Rectal Cancer Surgery
- Small bowel obstructions
- Small intestine tumors
- Pancreatic tumors
- Spleen removals
Hernia Surgery
We perform laparoscopic and open abdominal hernia repairs for new and recurrent hernias
- Groin hernia surgery
- Hernias from previous surgery
- Hernias that have come back
- Hiatal hernias
- Femoral hernias
- Umbilical (belly-button hernias)
Gallbladder
We offer gallbladder surgery and bile duct surgery for gallstones or other diseases
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Gallstones disease
- Gallstone pancreatitis
- Common bile duct stones
- Gallbladder dyskinesia
- Chronic Cholecystitis
Heartburn Surgery
We perform surgery to fix heartburn using a minimally invasive approach for various causes.
- Hiatal hernia
- Nissen surgery for reflux
- Toupet Surgery for erflux
- Paraesophageal hernias
- Diaphragmatic hernias
- Barrett’s esophagus
Esophageal Surgery
We perform laparoscopic and open esophageal surgery for numerous causes
- Esophageal blockages
- Esophageal diverticulum
- Complications from mesh
- Barrett’s esophagus
- Hiatal hernias
- Achalasia
Stomach Surgery
We offer stomach surgery for benign and malignant stomach diseases
- Benign stomach tumors
- Malignant stomach tumors
- Stomach ulcers
- Stomach blockages
- Gastric outlet obstruction
- Cameron’s ulcers
- Gastric feeding tubes
- Endoscopic gastric feeding tubes
Who are the doctors?
Dr. Jeffrey L. Eakin
Medical Staff President Elect, Trauma Medical Director and Former Chair of Surgery At Jordan Valley Medical Center
Dr. Catherine E. Beck
Bariatric Surgery Medical Director and Chair of Surgery At Jordan Valley Medical Center
Get a General Surgery Consult
There is no need to be in pain or suffer from chronic abdominal complaints. It is easy to get help for some common things that cause abdominal pain.
What are people saying on Google?
Katie Skillin, Google
““Dr. Beck has an amazing bedside manner and a plethora of knowledge. She answered most of my questions before I asked them. She answered the rest of my questions thoroughly. Got me in for surgery quickly. Surgery was today and everything went as expected. Elsie at the office was amazing at helping with my insurance. I truly felt heard and very well taken care of by all. Thank you.”
Kyle Hancock, Google
“Jeff and his staff made me feel like they cared and made me feel at ease during this whole process. They have answers for all my questions and very knowledgeable. It’s been very relaxing knowing I’m in their care.“
Sissy Williams, Google
“Dr Eakins just did my surgery and he was phenomenal he had always taken care of me and made sure my husband had all his answers and made sure things were clear I wouldn’t recommend anyone else but him he is the absolute best!!!! Thank you Dr Eakins.“
Duana Salas, Google
“Excellent Doctor, Dr Eakin and his Staff take good care of their patients. They really care about their patients. 100% recommended anyone that visit his office will love the progress if they do any procedures.”
Nathan Chapman, Google
“I loved my tele health visit. It was quick easy and very convenient. Dr. Beck took time and just talked me and not at me. I also appreciate the support staff that have been doing the ground work to make that phone call so much easier. It is nice to see know that there are doctors that seem to want success for you not just more business. What that means for me was Dr Beck wanted to make sure the tools were in place for me to succeed. Thank you“
Hope Murdock, Google
“Had surgery yesterday. Dr. Beck has an amazing bedside manner. She is so kind. I would definitely recommend her to anyone. Also huge shout out to the hospital staff that helped me. You guys are amazing! Thank you for everything!”
What is the bariatric surgery process like?
The process to get bariatric surgery can be complicated. There are many consults you have to complete studies, tests and labs and a you will have to complete a preoperative diet before surgery.