Comprehensive Weight Management Center
Begin the journey to uncover the real you!
Clinical Staff
Christian Tvetenstrand, MD
Peter Ojo, MD
Anishur Rahman, DO, FASMBS
Bethlehem Emmons MS, RPA-C
Mickey McCabe, LCSW-R, ACSW
Maureen Kennedy-May, RD, CDN
Liz Bennett, RN
Lin Ingrahm, MA
Services and Programs 
Southern Tier Surgical Clinic’s Weight Loss Surgery
Program Criteria:
• BMI of 40 or greater
• BMI of 35-39 with a co-morbid condition, which may include: high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, severe arthritis, etc.
Weight Loss Surgery Program Team
Our Weight Loss surgery team includes the surgical staff of Dr. Christian Tvetenstrand, Dr. Anishur Rahman, Dr. Peter Ojo, and Bethlehem Emmons, RPA-C. These professionals
work closely with a licensed clinical social worker, registered dietician, nurses, and other quality support staff all to create a comprehensive program of care.
Types of Surgery
Our program offers three weight loss procedures: Laparoscopic Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, and Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve. All of our surgeons are specially trained in advanced laparoscopic surgical techniques, which always provides for a quicker recovery.
Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery
As we are all aware, sustained weight loss is a formidable challenge for morbidly obese patients. However research has shown, with surgical assistance, patients typically
lose excess weight more quickly in the first year than with diet alone. Even better problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea,
severe arthritis and/or depression are remedied significantly.
Components of Our Program
• Initial orientation class
• Individual assessment
• Pre-surgical group counseling
• Post-surgical group counseling
• Weekly day and evening support groups
• Family education program
• Nutritional counseling with registered dietitian
Non-Surgical Weight Loss Program
• Comprehensive assessment
• Physical exam by your PCP
• Achievable weight loss goals
• Individual and/or group counseling
• Support groups available
• Nutritional counseling with registered dietitian
Southern Tier Surgical Clinic’s Weight Management Center is committed to leading you through a journey that will change your life. We will provide you with the tools to be successful in your program and teach you how to use them effectively. Our staff will help you identify problem areas and then work with you on finding solutions whether you choose surgical or non-surgical weight loss.
Begin the Journey To a Healthier You!
We welcome your questions, and look forward to the
opportunity to serve you. For a patient packet, or for more
information, please call our staff at:
(607) 763-8205.
Southern Tier Surgical Clinic
30 Harrison Street
Suite 320
Johnson City, NY 13790
(607) 763-8205
Fax: (607) 763-8208
www.stscny.com