Mills-Peninsula's Obesity Surgery Program brings together a team of professionals to help you achieve your weight loss goals.

Medical Director:
L. Albert Wetter, M.D.

Program Coordinator:
Conducts class with you and your family members before surgery to ensure that everyone has a good understanding of the procedure and what to expect afterward. The coordinator then follows your progress on a daily basis during hospitalization, and is available to answer questions and provide support as you progress. An Obesity Surgery Support Group is also held on the first Saturday of each month at Peninsula Medical Center in Burlingame.

Surgeons:
The Mills-Peninsula surgeons who perform bariatric surgery have not only expert technical skills, but also a thorough understanding of obesity as a medical condition, its physical and psychological challenges as well as associated disease risks.
L. Albert Wetter, M.D. - Director, Laparoscopic surgeon
Pamela Foster, M.D. - Laparoscopic surgeon
Barry Sanchez, M.D. - Laparoscopic surgeon
Tobin Schneider, M.D. - Gastric / open procedure surgeon

Registered Dietitian:
Conducts class before surgery to discuss necessary dietary changes. She visits while you are in the hospital to review immediate postoperative diet restrictions, and continues to provide support and education as needed after you go home.

Exercise Physiologist and/or Aquatic Exercise Specialist:
Provides an evaluation and designs an individualized exercise program. Helps you explore options including membership in the Mills-Peninsula Fitness Center and Weigh to Go! program.

Psychologist or Psychiatrist:
Provides an evaluation before surgery is scheduled to determine if there are issues that might interfere with successful outcomes after surgery. Members of our mental health team also are available to provide continued therapy after surgery, if desired.