At BayCare South Florida Baptist Hospital, we provide advanced surgical and recovery care designed to support patients pursuing weight loss (bariatric) surgery. Our operating rooms are equipped with robotic technology that supports a wide range of bariatric procedures and have earned recognition as a Center of Excellence by the Surgical Review Corporation. Care continues after surgery in private, spacious patient rooms designed with comfort and recovery in mind. From specialized care spaces to nurses trained in bariatric care, every detail supports healing and well-being.
Successful, sustainable weight loss supports the mind, body and spirit. That’s why our program goes beyond surgery to provide patient support throughout their weight loss journey. Dietitians, psychologists and physical therapists support nutrition, emotional health and physical activity. Nutrition guidance and counseling help patients manage conditions such as diabetes, identify goals and support lasting change. Fitness plans and nonsurgical options are based on patient needs. Care is coordinated with specialists such as pulmonologists for sleep apnea and orthopedists for joint concerns, if needed.
Our bariatric surgeons at BayCare South Florida Baptist Hospital have performed nearly 1,000 bariatric procedures. Using advanced da Vinci® robotic technology, they rank among the top 10% nationally for efficiency in robotic bariatric surgery — helping support precise care and recovery for patients across Hillsborough and Polk counties.
