Bariatric surgery in NJ at Nusbaum Medical Centers offers medically supervised, long-term solutions for obesity — helping patients achieve substantial, sustained weight loss while improving conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea.
Nusbaum Medical Centers is a physician-led bariatric practice in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. Dr. Michael Nusbaum, a board-certified surgeon, FACS FASMBS, pioneered one of the country's most successful weight-loss programs and has guided more than 25,000 patients over 25-plus years. Care is delivered by a multidisciplinary team so every patient receives a plan built around their health, history and goals.
What Is Bariatric Surgery?
Bariatric surgery describes procedures that produce significant weight loss by altering the digestive system to reduce food intake, nutrient absorption, or both. It is generally considered for adults with a BMI of 40 or higher, or 35 or higher alongside obesity-related conditions. At Nusbaum Medical Centers the primary options include the gastric sleeve, which removes part of the stomach to limit intake and reduce appetite hormones, and gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y), which creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the small intestine. Revision surgery is available for patients who need to restore results from a previous operation.
Who Is a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery?
Good candidates are adults who meet BMI criteria, have not achieved lasting weight loss through diet, exercise or medication alone, are in generally good health for surgery, and are committed to lifelong lifestyle change and follow-up care. Realistic expectations matter as much as any lab value. Our team reviews your medical history, metabolic health and goals to recommend the most appropriate procedure. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery provides trusted, patient-friendly information on the benefits and safety of bariatric surgery.
What to Expect: Process and Recovery
The pathway begins with a consultation and a comprehensive preoperative evaluation, including lab work and nutritional counseling. Surgery is performed in an accredited facility under general anesthesia by our experienced bariatric surgeons. Hospital stays typically run one to three days, followed by a staged progression from liquids to soft foods to a regular diet under a dietitian's guidance. Most patients return to light activity within two to three weeks and full activity by four to six weeks, with significant weight loss usually occurring over the first 12 to 18 months alongside ongoing medical and nutritional support.
Health Benefits Beyond Weight Loss
Bariatric surgery is about far more than a number on the scale. Along with significant, sustained weight loss, many patients see improved blood-sugar control and remission or better management of type 2 diabetes, reductions in blood pressure and cholesterol, relief from sleep apnea, and less strain on the joints. Greater mobility and energy often follow, making it easier to stay active and maintain results. These metabolic improvements are why surgery is considered a medical treatment for obesity, not simply a cosmetic one. Some patients also pair surgery with medically supervised medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide to support weight loss or manage residual weight, always under the guidance of our team.
Why Choose Nusbaum for Bariatric Surgery in NJ
Lasting results come from more than an operation — they come from a program. Nusbaum Medical Centers pairs experienced surgical care with medical supervision, nutrition counseling and lifestyle coaching before and long after surgery. Some patients complement their procedure with our medically supervised surgical weight loss programs to optimize and maintain results. Patients travel to Cedar Knolls from across Morris, Essex, Bergen and Union counties for this comprehensive standard of care.
