Take the first step and learn more. This program is offered at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. 

The Washington University Endoscopic Nonsurgical Weight Loss Program offers you the latest endoscopic therapies and lifestyle intervention for safe and effective weight loss. Each physician in our program is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist—which means you receive compassionate care from knowledgeable and trustworthy experts. In our 12-month program, we support you every step of the way through monthly registered dietitian visits and monthly lifestyle therapy sessions. Physical therapy evaluations are available for patients with barriers to movement. 

Candidates for nonsurgical weight loss include those who:

  • Are at least 30 pounds overweight
  • Have attempted weight loss through diet and exercise without success
  • Are willing to participate in a medically supervised program, including nutritional counseling and lifestyle behavior coaching
  • Are 22 years old or older
  • Are not pregnant or breastfeeding

Click here to learn more or call 314-362-2652.

Michael C. Bennett

Michael C. Bennett, MD

Gastroenterology
Nonsurgical Weight Loss
Weight Loss

Locations:
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital – Medical Office Building 4
Center for Advanced Medicine – South County

Dayna S. Early

Dayna S. Early, MD

Gastroenterology
Interventional Endoscopy
Nonsurgical Weight Loss
Weight Loss

Locations:
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital – Medical Office Building 4
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital
Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Vladimir M Kushnir

Vladimir M. Kushnir, MD, FASGE, AGAF

Gastroenterology
Interventional Endoscopy
Nonsurgical Weight Loss
Weight Loss

Locations:
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital – Medical Office Building 4
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital
Missouri Baptist Medical Center – Building D

Rachel E. Maday

Rachel E. Maday, FNP

Gastroenterology
Interventional Endoscopy
Nonsurgical Weight Loss
Weight Loss

Locations:
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital – Medical Office Building 4