Resources, Videos & Guides

Our Video Suite

Our video suite is designed to fully prepare patients for bariatric surgery by informing them about the procedure, risks, and benefits associated with undergoing treatment with Cleveland Clinic. Feel free to browse them and learn more about bariatric surgery.

Additional Education Videos

View more videos below:

• CBS Evening News Story: Cleveland Clinic study finds the benefits of bariatric surgery include decreased risks of heart attacks and strokes, as well as healthier blood sugar levels.
• Videos from American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS):
• A Bariatric Surgery Story – Not an Extreme Solution to Treat Your Obesity
• Millions of Americans Qualify for Bariatric Surgery. Do You?
• Don’t Believe the Myths. Learn the Truth about Bariatric Surgery
• Dr. Ali Aminian explains the clinical effects of bariatric surgery on Type 2 diabetes at the 2018 Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Meeting.

Podcasts

Butts & Guts Podcast

Listen to episodes from Cleveland Clinic's Butts & Guts podcast about bariatric surgery:

• New Guidelines in Bariatric Surgery. Listen to Dr. Ali Aminian as he discusses the new guidelines in bariatric surgery and the impact they can have on the lives of patients.  
• Updates in Bariatric Surgery. Listen to Dr. Jesse Gutnick as he discusses bariatric surgery, obesity, BMI and criteria for surgery candidates. Plus, learn what patients can expect when they come to Cleveland Clinic for this surgery and what the recovery process entails.
• Patient Perspectives: Sleeve Gastrectomy for a Heart Transplant. Paul, a Cleveland Clinic patient, joins this episode to share his story about traveling to Ohio for heart care and having a sleeve gastrectomy to qualify for a heart transplant. Two important caregivers in Paul's journey also join this discussion: Karen Schulz, CNS, and Diane Harris, a patient navigator. Listen for a glimpse into the specialized care offered at the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at Cleveland Clinic.

Podcast: Bariatric Surgery and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity

Listen to this podcast to learn more about our study on the benefits of metabolic surgery for patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity.

Podcasts for Relaxation Strategies

These podcasts introduce you to a number of mind and body tools that will help you manage stress, change your lifestyle, and improve your eating and activity habits.

Web Resources and Information Guides

Visit Cleveland Clinic's Health Essentials to read articles on the benefits of bariatric surgery, how to prepare, and how to continue success after surgery.

• Cleveland Clinic Bariatric and Metabolic Institute Guide to Surgery
• Cleveland Clinic Bariatric and Metabolic Institute Guide to Surgery - Spanish
• For more information please contact our Spanish speaking patient naviagor, Maria Abuzahriyeh, by email or phone at 216.445.3723.
• Cleveland Clinic Bariatric Surgery Patient Pre Surgery Education
• Cleveland Clinic Bariatric Surgery Patient Pre-Op Packet