The Metabolic & Weight Management Center

The Metabolic & Weight Management Center offers both surgical and non-surgical medical weight management services and a comprehensive approach to weight loss that is tailored to each patient’s specific goals. A collaborative effort by Pinehurst Surgical Clinic, FirstHealth of the Carolinas and Pinehurst Medical Clinic, the Center is unique to the area and one of the few comprehensive metabolic centers in North Carolina.

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Non-Surgical Weight Management

Weight-Loss Surgery

Surgical weight-loss options include Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy. These procedures are done with minimally-invasive (laparoscopic) or robotic technology. Both surgeries can help people living with morbid obesity achieve significant weight loss.

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Non-Surgical Weight Management

In the non-surgical weight management program, you will work with the collaborative team and Pinehurst Medical Clinic’s board certified physicians and diplomates of the American Board of Obesity Medicine who provide metabolic wellness and weight management on a foundation of evidence-based medicine. Non-surgical treatment may also include lab tests, medication management and the treatment of metabolic diseases.

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What Makes Us Different?

The Metabolic & Weight Management Center is recognized as a Center of Excellence by Optum, a Blue Distinction Center+ for Bariatric Surgery by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, and a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. The comprehensive care team is here to support you every step of the way. Our staff includes:

Two Board Certified Bariatric Surgeons with Pinehurst Surgical Clinic
Two Board Certified Obesity Medicine Physicians with Pinehurst Medical Clinic
Registered Dietitians
Certified Bariatric Nurses
Program Specialists
Insurance Navigators
Behavioral Health
Nurse Educators
Financial Counselors

What Our Patients Are Saying

Gastric Sleeve Patient

Michelle Braun

For years, Michelle Braun of Charlotte, N.C., was unsure about weight-loss surgery, but after countless unsuccessful dieting attempts and experiencing physical pain and limitations due to her weight, she knew it was time for a change. In April 2023, Braun underwent gastric sleeve surgery and has since lost more than 100 pounds.

Gastric Bypass Patient

Glenn Sutton

Over the last few years, Glenn Sutton of Hope Mills, N.C., experienced a decline in his health due to his increasing weight. Five extra pounds turned into 10, then 20, and soon he felt completely out of control. Diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure became his constant companions. On June 18, 2024, Glenn underwent gastric bypass surgery. In under two months, he lost 46 pounds.

Gastric Sleeve Patient

Kristen Wood

Kristen had weight-loss surgery in the fall of 2022. Since then, she's lost 96 pounds and gained more self-confidence. She has also overcome many health issues, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma and loss of sight due to high eye pressure.

Gastric Bypass Patient

Janet Matias

Janet Matias had weight-loss surgery in August of 2020. Since then, she's lost 116 pounds, no longer needs any medication and has freedom from a number of health issues.

Gastric Sleeve Patient

Tristan Tatum

A truck driver from Bladenboro, Tristan lost 226 pounds after having the gastric sleeve in 2019. He now has more confidence and energy to pursue hobbies like basketball and running.

Gastric Bypass Patient

Connie Holloway

Connie gained weight after going back to school to pursue a graduate degree in English. Hours of sitting and poor lifestyle choices took a toll. She had weight-loss surgery in 2018 and now, at 72, runs 5Ks and works out four days a week.

Gastric Sleeve PatientMichelle Braun

Gastric Bypass PatientGlenn Sutton

Gastric Sleeve PatientKristen Wood

Gastric Bypass PatientJanet Matias

Gastric Sleeve PatientTristan Tatum

Gastric Bypass PatientConnie Holloway