
Transform Your Life with Chattanooga’s Leading Weight Loss Experts
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Ponce, Chattanooga’s top weight loss expert. Explore your options, get answers on insurance and payment plans, and start a personalized plan for lasting success.
Expert Care, Proven Results
With over 22 years of experience, our bariatric team is the longest-standing in Chattanooga, delivering life-changing results through advanced procedures like sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. Our commitment doesn’t end with surgery—we provide exceptional post-surgery care to ensure long-term success. Trust the region’s most experienced team to guide you every step of the way.



Am I a Candidate?
If you’ve struggled to lose weight through diet and exercise alone, you may be a candidate for medical weight loss or bariatric surgery. You might qualify if you:
– Have a BMI of 30 or higher with weight-related health conditions (such as diabetes or high blood pressure)
– Have a BMI of 40 or higher, regardless of other health conditions
– Have tried other weight loss methods without long-term success
Not sure if you qualify? Schedule a free consultation to discuss your options with our expert team and find the right solution for you!
Trusted by Over 5,000 Patients – Chattanooga’s Leading Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Jaime Ponce is one of the most experienced and globally recognized bariatric surgeons. He has earned the Outstanding Lifetime Achievement Award in Bariatric Surgery and co-authored the Textbook of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). Beyond his work in Chattanooga, Dr. Ponce travels the world to educate and train other surgeons, shaping the future of bariatric care. His expertise ensures exceptional results and lifelong support. Schedule your consultation today!