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Einstein Obesity Prevention and Treatment Center

The Einstein Obesity Prevention and Treatment Center offers an integrated approach, grounded in science and supported by the expertise of a multidisciplinary clinical team of excellence

Here, patient care goes beyond weight loss: it includes the recovery of metabolic health, emotional balance, and improvement in quality of life

With comprehensive infrastructure for both clinical and surgical treatment of obesity, Einstein has specialists in endocrinology, nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy, and bariatric and metabolic surgery

Each patient receives a personalized therapeutic plan, developed based on a comprehensive evaluation, advanced diagnostic technology, and continuous follow-up to ensure safe and sustainable results

Key Differentials

Patient-centered multidisciplinary care, from diagnosis and treatment to the maintenance of outcomes. Always focused on achieving healthy, sustainable weight loss and all its positive impacts on the patient’s overall health

  • Joint evaluation with the teams of endocrinology, nutrition, psychology, physical therapy, and surgery

  • Personalized assessment of each patient to define the best therapeutic approach

  • Careful, science-based surgical indication, provided by a multidisciplinary team

  • Comprehensive infrastructure, with updated protocols and advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies to support treatment

Services

Explore the services offered by the Einstein Obesity Prevention and Treatment Center

  • #PraVocê Nutritional Reeducation Program

    Promotes nutritional reeducation and motivational support as key allies in weight management. Designed for patients with excess weight, care is provided by specialist nutritionists with personalized guidance. Consultations are conducted via telemedicine (remote access), allowing patients to be assisted from wherever they are, without the need for travel (except in cases requiring in-person exams)

  • Indication of treatment for obesity and metabolic syndrome

    For questions about the most appropriate approach to treating obesity and metabolic syndrome, Einstein offers evaluation by a multidisciplinary team — composed of specialists in endocrinology, nutrition, psychology, physical therapy, and surgeryThe team evaluates, on an individualized and continuous basis, whether the recommended treatment is clinical or surgical

  • Clinical treatment for obesity and metabolic syndrome

    This is one of the main modalities for treating excess weight. After assessing each patient individually, the team establishes personalized goals focused on behavioral change and disease management

  • Surgical treatment for obesity

    When indicated, bariatric surgery is an integral part of obesity treatment — not merely an alternative after unsuccessful clinical management. In specific situations, it may be the first step in the therapeutic plan, especially in cases of severe obesity or associated metabolic comorbidities. At Einstein, the procedure is performed by specialized surgeons who follow strict quality indicators and work in continuous integration with the multidisciplinary team, ensuring safety, personalization, and sustainable results

  • Bioimpedance

    An exam that accurately evaluates body composition, identifying the percentage of body fat, water, and muscle mass. These data guide nutritional management, weight-loss planning, and the continuous evaluation of treatment results

  • Indirect calorimetry

    An exam that measures resting energy expenditure, allowing the recommendation of an appropriate diet for weight loss or maintenance, according to each patient’s metabolism

Surgical treatment for obesity

Einstein has specialists who evaluate each patient individually and safely, defining the most appropriate approach according to the patient’s profile. Bariatric surgery may be indicated as a treatment for obesity

  • The criteria for surgical indication include:

       • BMI above 50 kg/m²
       • BMI above 40 kg/m² with failure of clinical treatment
       • BMI above 35 kg/m² with associated conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or sleep apnea, and failure of clinical treatment
       • BMI between 30 and 35 kg/m² with severe comorbidities and failure of clinical treatment


    The decision to proceed with surgery involves a rigorous evaluation by a multidisciplinary team

Information about the three techniques approved by the Federal Council of Medicine


Roux-en-Y gastric bypass

Biliopancreatic diversions (Scopinaro, Duodenal Switch)

Sleeve gastrectomy

Where to find

Find the Einstein unit that offers the program:

Paciente com obesidade em recuperação hospitalar após cirurgia bariátrica para emagrecimento. Procedimento indicado para controle do peso corporal, redução da gordura no corpo e tratamento do excesso de peso com acompanhamento médico.

Obesity: impacts on health and pathways to treatment

Obesity affects millions of people worldwide and 2 out of every 10 Brazilians. Associated with conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and sleep apnea, it compromises health and quality of life. Specialized care is essential to prevent complications

Ilustração de uma lista de opções, com destaque para uma seleção marcada, sugerindo escolhas relacionadas a convênio médico e operadora de saúde atendida pelo Einstein.

Is your health plan accepted at Einstein?

To verify your plan’s coverage, please contact your health insurance provider

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    • Frequently Asked Questions about Obesity

    How can I lose weight in a healthy and sustainable way?

    With specialized follow-up, a personalized meal plan, regular exercise, and emotional support, weight loss can occur safely and sustainably

    What is the best diet for weight loss?

    There is no single ideal diet. The best approach is a personalized meal plan, developed by a nutritionist, that takes into account the patient’s metabolism, preferences, and routine

    What is nutritional reeducation?

    It is the process of learning to eat in a balanced way, focusing on nutritional quality and portion control. Nutritional reeducation is essential for maintaining a healthy weight in the long term

    Do weight-loss medications work?

    Some medications can help with weight loss when prescribed by an endocrinologist. They are part of a therapeutic plan and never replace lifestyle changes

    What are the types of bariatric surgery?

    The techniques recognized and performed at Einstein include:

     

       • Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
       • Sleeve gastrectomy
       • Biliopancreatic diversions (such as Scopinaro and Duodenal Switch)

     

    The choice of technique is based on the patient’s medical history, body mass index (BMI), comorbidities, and test results, always after a thorough evaluation by a multidisciplinary team

    How many kilograms can be lost with bariatric surgery?

    Weight loss after surgery varies depending on the type of procedure, initial weight, and level of adherence to the follow-up plan. At Einstein, the average loss ranges from 30% to 40% of initial weight in the first year and may be higher in some cases. Success depends on commitment to the meal plan, follow-up visits, and physical activity

    Is bariatric surgery safe?

    Yes, especially when performed by experienced surgeons in hospitals with appropriate infrastructure. At Einstein, procedures are carried out by specialists in digestive surgery, following strict safety protocols, comprehensive preoperative evaluation, and multidisciplinary postoperative follow-up

    What is the recovery time for bariatric surgery?

    Most patients are discharged within up to two days after surgery, with a gradual return to normal activities. At Einstein, recovery is closely monitored by a medical and multidisciplinary team, which provides nutritional, physical, and psychological support to ensure treatment success and prevent complications. Continuous follow-up is an essential part of the process