Parkwest Center for Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery can often benefit morbidly obese people or those with obesity-related illnesses who have been unable to lose weight through other methods.
Parkwest Center for Bariatric Surgery is led by K. Robert Williams, MD, who is board certified in bariatric surgery. Dr. Williams has performed over 1,500 bariatric procedures in the past decade.
Support During the Bariatric Process
Stella Mouzon, RN, BSN, MSM, serves as the Bariatric coordinator at Parkwest Medical Center. She assists patients in the hospital after their procedure, and also facilitates the monthly support group.
Am I Overweight? Take Our Self-Assessment.
When your weight is higher than what is considered to be a healthy weight for your height, you are considered overweight or obese.2 The Body Mass Index (BMI) scale is a screening tool that calculates measures body fat based on your current weight and height. Calculate your BMI and complete a surgery self-assessment to see if bariatric surgery could be right for you.
Bariatric Surgery Stories
Tasting the Good Life
Dori and Drew Howington have lost more than a combined 200 pounds after having weight loss surgeries at Parkwest Medical Center.
“I Worked Hard to Get Here”
Jessica Langston loses 120 pounds after a weight loss procedure through Parkwest Center for Bariatric Surgery.
“Don’t Lose Hope!” Parkwest Helps Patient on his 300-pound Weight-loss Journey
Jonathan Ward has lost 300 pounds, the last 128 after a weight loss procedure through Parkwest Center for Bariatric Surgery.
“I Choose Freedom” – Knoxville Woman Loses Over 100 Pounds After Bariatric Surgery
When Christy Brown weighed in at over 300 pounds, she decided she had to try something different to lose weight. That’s when she found Dr. Williams.
“I Would Not be Here Today”: Kingsport Man Says Bariatric Surgery Saved His Life
Jordan Casey has always struggled with his weight. Two years ago, Casey weighed in at 556 pounds. Bariatric surgery helped him lose half of his body weight.
From Comfort Food to Comfortable in Her Skin
In less than a year Lori Naczynski has dropped over 80 pounds, and 10 pant sizes after a successful bariatric surgery at Parkwest Medical Center.
Read more Bariatric Surgery patient stories.