North Valley Surgical Associates

Bariatric Center
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 with 62 ratings

North Valley Surgical Associates Bariatric Center

Deron Ludwig Profile Pic
Deron Ludwig
MD, Bariatric Program Surgical Director

  • About Us
    North Valley Surgical Associates At North Valley Surgical Associates, we are dedicated to providing our patients with safe and effective weight loss surgery. As our patient, you’ll receive lifelong aftercare, and continued support and education. As a multidisciplinary bariatric program, we work hard to provide our patients with a roadmap so they can succeed after weight loss surgery. Our program is led by the highly-regarded bariatric surgeons, Dr. Deron Ludwig and Dr. Erik Simchuk. Our extensive program is designed to provide personalized, high-quality patient care. As our patient, our commitment to you is to provide a community environment so you’ll know you aren’t alone on your weight loss surgery journey. Dr. Ludwig and Dr. Simchuk are affiliated with Enloe Medical Center, which has been certified as a Bariatric Center of Excellence since 2007 and named a Blue Distinction Center Plus in bariatric surgery. Enloe Hospital has been rated one of the top ten hospitals in the country in regard to surgical outcomes and safe surgical care. Led by Dr. Ludwig and Dr. Simchuk, our caring staff has extensive knowledge, training, and experience. We are proud to be one of the most trusted weight-loss clinics in Northern California. Our nurses are exceedingly well trained in post-op surgical care. Our award-winning team is committed to improved outcomes and improved lives. North Valley Surgical Associates shares one common goal, to help each and every one of our patients live healthier and happier lives. Weight Loss Surgery with North Valley Surgical Associates Our North Valley Surgical Associates team believes it is important to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients so all surgeries are performed by both of our leading weight loss surgeons, Dr. Deron Ludwig and Dr. Erik Simchuk. This is unique for patients to be under the surgical care of two highly-skilled surgeons throughout their surgery. We are dedicated to providing education and support for our patients and offer an unparalleled aftercare program. For the weight loss surgery success of our patients, our program includes a Post-op Living Class where patients learn what and how to eat postoperatively and a comprehensive surgical and lifestyle management program designed specifically to help you achieve your weight loss goals. Our team also hosts weekend walks and online and in-person support groups on a regular basis. Our dedicated bariatric surgeons expertly perform weight loss surgery procedures that include the Roux-en-Y (RNY) Gastric Bypass, Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG), and weight loss surgery revisions. For patients that have the Lap-Band, we provide Lap-Band adjustments and monitoring. We are experienced in general surgery procedures including Colon surgery, Hernia surgery, Rectal surgery, Spleen surgery, and Gallbladder surgery.We provide the very best in advanced laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery and anti-reflux surgery. We offer the most advanced approaches for all forms of abdominal hernia. In addition, our practice is the only one in the area that offers laparoscopic adrenalectomy and splenectomy. We also offer body shaping with BTL Vanquish Me, the latest in non-surgical fat reduction technology utilizing RFTM technology. Bariatric Surgery in California As Northern California's premier bariatric surgery practice, we will help you to achieve long-term weight loss success with bariatric surgery. You’ll receive our support to make dietary modifications, exercise, and healthy life choices, along with psychological wellness. The North Valley Surgical Associates program includes educational opportunities, support groups facilitated by trained professionals, and a wealth of events and activities all designed to give you the tools you need to be successful with your weight loss goals. Find out how to take control of your life again! Join us for a free informational weight loss seminar where you will meet our surgeons and staff. You’ll learn about the benefits and risks of weight loss surgery, the process from seminar to surgery and much more! If you have any questions or would like to talk with us, give us a call us! We believe in new beginnings, start yours today with North Valley Surgical Associates!
  • Latest Reviews See all 62 reviews
    avatar Leslie D. on July 29, 2011 for Erik Simchuk

    Dr. Simchuk and the office at North Valley Surgical Associates have been great. My only complaint is about the "program fees", but I guess most practices have them now to cover their costs that insurance does not reimburse them for. The first visit to his More...

    avatar hopeful18 on March 11, 2010 for Deron Ludwig

    Dr. Ludwig appears to be an extremely confident and professional surgeon. His office staff is very kind, professional, and compassionate. They could care less if I called several times a day--they always had a welcoming attitude. I found the Pre-Operation education to be absolutley wonderful More...

    avatar Danielle Ash on Feb. 25, 2010 for Deron Ludwig

    Dr. Ludwig was amazing. He made me feel so comfortable about the surgery.

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