Bariatric Center

Losing weight and keeping it off can be a real challenge, and for many people, diet and exercise alone doesn’t quite do the trick. That’s where bariatric surgery comes in – it’s a safe, effective, and proven procedure that can help reduce your appetite and support lasting weight loss. Our accredited bariatric surgery program offers this life-changing surgery which can lead to significant and sustained weight loss, especially when combined with a healthy diet and lifestyle changes.

Weight Loss Surgery at Bay Area Hospital

Bay Area Hospital is honored to be designated as a Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Program (MBSAQIP), a recognition that speaks to our commitment to providing exceptional care. We are also recognized as a Center of Excellence by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, one of only 13 in Oregon. These prestigious designations underscore the high-quality care that defines Bay Area Hospital.

To earn and maintain these accreditations, Bay Area Hospital undergoes rigorous site inspections every three years. During these evaluations, every aspect of our bariatric surgery processes is closely examined, and our health outcomes are reviewed. These accreditations reflect our ongoing dedication to excellence in bariatric surgeries.

Service Industry

Dr. Steven Tersigni founded Bay Bariatrics after he began performing weight loss and bariatric surgery in 1998 for morbidly obese patients with diabetes. Bay Bariatrics, in conjunction with Bay Area Hospital, was first accredited in 2004. The Da Vinci Si robot was purchased in 2013 and upgraded in 2017 to the latest version, Da Vinci Xi. In 2023, Bay Area Hospital upgraded the Da Vinci vessel sealer power source and upgraded to 4K video and laparoscopic equipment in all operating rooms.

A Highly Skilled, Dedicated Team

Derek K. Rogalsky, M.D., FACS, FASMBS, performs more than 130 bariatric surgeries annually and provides bariatric surgery to patients from all over Oregon and surrounding states. Dr. Rogalsky is certified by the American Board of Surgery, is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and is a member of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He specializes in treating a wide variety of surgical diseases, including conditions of the breast, colon, and gallbladder.

He also specializes in hernia repair and has a particular interest in performing minimally invasive, robotic, and bariatric surgeries. He is certified by Intuitive on the Da Vinci® robotic surgical system and is one of the top users of the Da Vinci robot in Oregon. Additionally, he has also trained in humanitarian surgery through the Colorado University Surgical Skills Workshop.

Bay Area Hospital and Bay Bariatrics are home to a multidisciplinary team of educated, dedicated, qualified physicians, nurses, registered dietitians, qualified mental health professionals, and ancillary personnel. This team, working in an environment that supports our mission and values, is committed to providing comprehensive care and support to our patients on their weight loss journey.

Care You Can Depend On

Bay Area Hospital has newly remodeled bariatric rooms with advanced equipment to enhance our patients’ and their families’ comfort and overall experience. Our multidisciplinary staff participates in continuous education to maintain the highest standard of care.

The collaboration between Bay Area Hospital and Bay Bariatrics provides you with all the educational supplies and resources you need to succeed with your weight loss surgery.