About the MemorialCare Center for Obesity
at Orange Coast Memorial

Lose Inches. Gain Hope.

Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center in Fountain Valley has established the MemorialCare Center for Obesity, including a weight–loss surgery program designed for people who are 75 pounds or more overweight.

MemorialCare Center for Obesity was developed with surgeon Peter LePort, M.D. and an expert team that has performed more than 5,000 weight–loss surgery procedures on patients throughout the world.

In addition to offering surgical services, the MemorialCare Center for Obesity feature program psychologists, nutrition counselors, weekly support groups and series education.

It’s no secret that losing weight can be frustrating and difficult.

For people who are more than 75 pounds overweight, traditional dieting is successful only two percent of the time. But, there is a way that works–the skilled surgeons and strong support team at the MemorialCare Center for Obesity. Our program offers a far more successful surgical solution to traditional dieting. Best of all, our patients love it because it works.

We start months before the actual surgical weight-loss procedure, helping to motivate, encourage and guide you. And after surgery, we continue to lead and support you on your journey to ultimate weight–loss surgery success and improved health.

A Reputation for Quality

The team of highly skilled surgeons is led by bariatric pioneer Peter LePort, M.D., who has performed successful weight–loss surgery procedures for more than 20 years.

Just as important to our patients’ well-being is MemorialCare’s support structure, an experienced and caring group of professionals including nutritionists, psychologists and other experts who have one goal in mind–your success. Don’t give up. MemorialCare is here for you.

Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center

Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center is often mistaken for a luxury resort. Caring and skilled staff. Great location. Balcony view from every room. Specialty treatment. Lush landscaping. Superior quality. And highly rated. We provide health care for everyone, from childbirth to seniors. From diagnostic imaging to 24 hour walk–in emergency care. Yet we’re intimate enough to give you the warm, personalized service you expect from your health care provider.

Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center, the hospital in your neighborhood that received one of the highest ratings attainable by a national health care accreditation commission.