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Bariatric Surgery support Saint Luke’s Center for Surgical Weight Loss can help you lose your excess weight and keep it off for life.

Our flagship program at Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City and Saint Luke’s South Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas are MBSAQIP Accredited Centers and are ASMBS Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence. These distinctions are earned by programs that provide superior surgical care and achieve top levels of performance. In addition, bariatric surgery is also performed at Saint Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit, and Saint Luke’s North Hospital in the Northland.

12/01/2025

Join our Bariatric Support Group this Thursday, December 4 at 6 p.m. for a virtual session full of practical tips and strategies to enjoy holiday gatherings without losing sight of your health goals.

The Saint Luke’s Center for Surgical Weight Loss bariatric support group offers tools and resources for those pre- and post-surgery. Join us and meet others who may have the same questions as you.

Learn more and register: https://heyor.ca/kvn66n

11/28/2025

After years of struggling with her weight, Bonnie reached a turning point in the spring of 2022. During a routine appointment to address ongoing blood pressure, cholesterol, and thyroid challenges, she realized it was time to seek additional support. She asked her doctor for help finding a weight-loss specialist.

Her doctor referred her to Dr. Geoffrey Slayden with Saint Luke's Center for Surgical Weight Loss at Saint Luke's South Hospital, where Bonnie’s journey began. From her very first visit, she was met with a supportive team, which included everyone from her surgeon and nurses to nutrition and fitness experts, who guided her through every step of the process.

Three years later, Bonnie has lost more than 160 pounds. Bonnie and Dr. Slayden recently joined FOX4 News Kansas City and KSHB 41 to share her story: https://heyor.ca/LAfRH7

11/25/2025

At 66, Karen was exhausted by the daily toll her weight was taking on her health. After a life-changing gastric bypass surgery, she’s lost more than 100 pounds—and gained her life back.

“I gained weight after having two children, and I've tried to do things on my own, but it just didn't seem to work,” she says. “I was having a few health issues, and when I asked my doctor about them, he suggested I talk to a bariatric surgeon.”

Karen met with Dr. G. Brent Sorensen, a board-certified general surgeon with Saint Luke’s Center for Surgical Weight Loss. She began with a consultation and continued on to a course that included extensive education about surgical options for weight loss, diet counseling, and a custom exercise program.

Karen received a gastric bypass in May 2015 at Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City. A decade after her weight-loss surgery, she continues to enjoy lasting improvements in her overall quality of life. She walks almost 5,000 steps every day, takes walks with her mini golden doodle, and spends quality time with her two daughters and six granddaughters.

“This year, my doctor took me off the blood pressure medicine I was prescribed when I weighed more. I feel so much better about myself, and I feel better in my clothes,” she says.

Feeling healthier and more like herself, Karen credits the surgery results and the support system that helped her get there.

“It's been great for me, and I’m thankful for Dr. Sorensen's team, including the staff and everybody there. I’ve been 100% happy with it,” she says.

Read Karen's inspiring story: https://heyor.ca/ug73sI

11/17/2025

As an exercise physiologist with Saint Luke's Center for Surgical Weight Loss, Dalton’s passion for helping people build healthy habits through bariatric surgery is personal. For Dalton, seeing someone's progression is what he loves most about the work he does.

“When patients come in for their one-year post-op appointment and they take their after photos, it’s incredible to see how proud they feel,” Dalton said. “Not even just in how they look, but you can tell they feel so much better and life is so much easier.”

Dalton encourages patients to start small—even with just 60 minutes of exercise per week—and building from there.

“Post-op, patients often say they don’t have the energy, which usually comes from diet because they’re having a hard time getting the protein and water their body needs,” Dalton said. “I always reinforce with patients that exercise will actually increase your energy. I work hand-in-hand with the dietitian, especially with patients who are experiencing a plateau, to figure out what might be the cause.”

Finding the time to exercise is another challenge Dalton sees with his patients—and something he works through as well.

“While the gym is recommended, it’s not needed,” Dalton said. “Some patients are working 14-hour days, so giving them ideas of what they can do at home helps. Ultimately, exercise boosts your energy and it can help power through the rest of the day.”

Learn more about Saint Luke's Center for Surgical Weight Loss: https://heyor.ca/FocESU

11/13/2025

After struggling with plantar fasciitis, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea, Shaun decided to take a life-changing step—bariatric surgery.

Shaun's wife lost more than 100 pounds after receiving bariatric surgery at Saint Luke's about seven years prior. Seeing her success inspired Shaun to take the next step.

“She convinced me to do it, and I’m glad I did, honestly,” Shaun said.

Shaun spoke with his primary care doctor about bariatric surgery, and he was referred to Dr. Robert Kenney at Saint Luke’s Surgical Specialists. Over the next six months, Shaun completed a course that explained how to get ready for surgery, what to expect afterward, and the lifestyle changes necessary for success.

In July 2024, Shaun underwent gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Kenney. As he adapted to his new routine, he began noticing changes. Nearly one year later, he has lost almost 100 pounds, and the transformation in his daily life has been remarkable.

“I don’t get out of breath so easily, I have a lot more energy, and I just feel better overall,” Shaun said. “A healthier life is better, and I really enjoy sharing my story in case it helps someone else down the road.”

Learn more about Saint Luke’s Center for Surgical Weight Loss: https://heyor.ca/zwEzEO

11/11/2025

Join us at our next virtual Bariatric Support Group on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 6 p.m.!

This month, we’ll discuss how to read nutrition labels so that you can make healthier choices with confidence. We’ll also discuss indoor exercise options to help you stay active during the colder months, including low-impact cardio and simple stepper routines. 🏃

Learn more and register: https://heyor.ca/fri51L

10/01/2025

Join Saint Luke's Center for Surgical Weight Loss on Monday, Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. for our monthly virtual Bariatric Support Group.

This month, we will have a Food As Medicine Everyday (FAME) virtual cooking demonstration, hosted by Saint Luke's Center for Surgical Weight Loss and Saint Luke's Muriel I. Kauffman Women's Heart Center. You're welcome to prepare the lettuce wraps from your own kitchen alongside the FAME presenter, or simply watch the demonstration.

The Bariatric Support Group provides tools and resources for individuals who are pre- and post-operative. It's also a great way to meet others who may have similar questions or experiences.

Register today: https://heyor.ca/wWXkRp

09/15/2025

At 230 pounds, Carrie came to Saint Luke's Surgical Specialists at Saint Luke's North Hospital, curious about surgical weight-loss options. Today, at 115 pounds, she’s not just living. She’s thriving.

Before considering weight-loss surgery, Carrie felt like she couldn’t get out of bed.

“I just felt mentally and physically exhausted, my legs would ache, and my feet would hurt just from walking around the house,” she says.

Carrie saw Dr. Robert J. Kenney, a board-certified and fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon at Saint Luke's Surgical Specialists, who said she would be a great candidate for gastric bypass surgery.

Before surgery, Carrie worked with a registered dietitian and an exercise physiologist to build healthy habits and prepare for long-term lifestyle changes that would support her weight-loss journey. She discussed the process and her care plan with her care team to prepare for surgery and immediate post-op care.

“Dr. Kenney was very informative about the surgery, how they were going to do it, and arranged classes for me to take to learn more about the procedure,” she says.

Carrie’s surgery took place in November 2023 at Saint Luke's North Hospital. While she felt anxious about the procedure, she felt prepared and comfortable with what to expect.

“I am so happy with the results—I wish I would have done it sooner. Everything has changed for me mentally and physically,” she says.

Now, Carrie has more energy to take care of the house and do the things she loves, including spending time with her kids and going on walks with her four dogs.

Read Carrie's story and learn more about surgical weight-loss options at Saint Luke's: https://heyor.ca/mUJral

09/01/2025

Join September’s virtual Bariatric Support Group on Thursday, Sept. 4 at 6 p.m., featuring a panel of past bariatric surgery patients sharing their success tips.

The support group offers tools and resources for those who are pre- and post-surgery. It’s also a great way to meet others who may share similar questions or experiences.

Register today: https://heyor.ca/T4f7ag

08/04/2025

This month's virtual Bariatric Support Group will feature a Food As Medicine Everyday (FAME) cooking demonstration, hosted by Saint Luke's Center for Surgical Weight Loss and Saint Luke's Muriel I. Kauffman Women's Heart Center.

Join us this Thursday, August 7, at 6 p.m. to prepare easy fish tacos with mango salsa from the comfort of your own kitchen, alongside our FAME presenter.

The support group offers tools and resources for those pre- and postoperative. It's also a great way to meet others who may share similar questions or experiences.

Learn more and register: https://heyor.ca/zSGoy5

07/21/2025

Join Saint Luke's Center for Surgical Weight Loss this Thursday, July 24 at 6 p.m. for our monthly virtual Bariatric Support Group. This month, we will have an exercise Q&A with Saxony Sullivan, an exercise physiologist at Saint Luke's Center for Surgical Weight Loss.

Are you wondering when to lift weights? Debating whether you should do a split routine versus full-body workouts? Let's tackle your biggest questions as a group.

The support group provides tools and resources for individuals both pre- and post-surgery. It's also a great way to meet others who may share similar questions or experiences. Learn more and register: https://heyor.ca/tkIfaw

06/25/2025

Congratulations to Rich Liekweg, BJC Health System CEO, who announced his plans to retire on October 1, 2025, concluding an extraordinary career spanning almost 40 years in health care, the last 16 of which were devoted to BJC.

“It has been an honor to serve and lead our team members these past 16 years as they deliver exceptional care to our patients and communities,” said Rich. “Together, we successfully navigated through unprecedented times in the industry, never losing sight of our singular purpose to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. I am deeply proud of our caregivers, the culture we have created, and the values we share that place the patient at the center of all we do.”

BJC is pleased to announce that Nick Barto, current BJC Health System President, will succeed Rich as President and CEO of BJC Health System.

“I am honored to be selected to succeed Rich Liekweg as BJC Health System’s President and CEO,” said Nick. “I look forward to working with our 47,000 team members to build on Rich’s vision that grew BJC into a super-regional health care leader, to continue to provide extraordinary care to the communities we serve, and to position BJC as a mission-oriented academic health care leader for all future generations.”

Read more here: https://heyor.ca/j1yUMR

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Saint Luke’s Center for Surgical Weight Loss can help you lose your excess weight and keep it off for life. Our flagship program at Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City is an MBSAQIP-Accredited Center and an ASMBS Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence. These distinctions are earned by programs that provide superior surgical care and achieve top levels of performance. In addition to Saint Luke’s Hospital, bariatric surgery is also performed at Saint Luke’s South Hospital in Overland Park, Kan.