IWLS

Lifespan


September

2023

We offer focused, specialized care in surgical and medical (non-surgical) weight loss throughout your lifetime. With locations in Ames, Belmond, Des Moines, Fort Dodge, and Garner, we are proud to serve the people of central Iowa.

MISSION: To provide an exceptional health care experience.

VISION: To always be a progressive health care system that is a benchmark for all others.

Welcome to the IWLS Monthly Newsletter

A Walk Through Your First Medical Weight Loss Visit

If you're about to take your first step in improving your health by connecting with one of our weight loss providers, it's common to wonder what you can expect at your first visit with us, as well as what questions our new patients commonly have. Click on the link to read more!

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Flu Shots Available Beginning In October

Our Des Moines office will be offering flu shots starting in October!

Ask about receiving one at your next visit with your IWLS provider.


Des Moines Office

5901 Thornton Ave, Ste 201

Des Moines, IA 50321

515-327-2000

Join Our Connections Support Group

Have you heard about our Connections Support Group?

This group meets virtually twice a month to answer questions, develop solutions to common concerns, and build community.

Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with fellow patients in a supportive and collaborative environment!

Visit our website to learn more and to register for our next session!

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Patient Success Story

Wendy was pre-diabetic, had high cholesterol, and struggled with depression. After trying numerous diet fads that failed, she decided to try medical weight loss. She says: “I really considered this my last hope – and it’s working!”


Wendy's advice to those considering medical weight loss: "Don’t waste time on all of the fad diets. Lose weight the right way – make it a life change, not a diet! Seek a medical weight loss team who can help you every step of the way mentally and physically. Choose IWLS - they want to help you succeed!"

Wendy Woolridge

Click on Wendy's image

to read more of her story.

Do you know someone who would benefit from the services we offer and could be a future IWLS success story? Have them call our office today! 515-327-2000

Individual results may vary. Results are not guaranteed.

Proud To Offer Orthopedic Care With Iowa Specialty Hospital - Orthopedics

Did you know that we partner with Iowa Specialty Hospital and that one of their specialties is Orthopedics? Their Orthopedic providers are dedicated to providing specialized care for nearly all bone, joint, and muscle injuries and conditions of the body, including hips, knees, ankles, shoulders, spines, and much more.

Visit their website to learn more!

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Share Your Success Stories With Us!

We want to help you celebrate your success!


Your story can inspire others who are looking for motivation.

We're looking for patients and former patients who would like to share their experiences with either surgical weight loss, medical weight loss, or behavioral health.

You can even include before and after pictures if you'd like.


Click on the link to share your story with us!

Share Your Success Story!

September Recipe Of The Month

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Events Calendar

Each month, we have exciting things planned to help our patients continue their health journeys. 


Visit our website to see the events we have coming up this month!

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Is Weight Loss Surgery Right for You?


That's a common question to have, and we're here to help you get those answers.


Take our quick, 10-question quiz about your health, and see how our providers can help you take the first step on a lifelong journey to better health.

Take Our Quiz

We Want to Hear from You!

We're dedicated to making our patient experience the best that it can be. By completing our short, 10-question survey, you'll be able to help us make changes that will improve how we care for our patients.

Your feedback matters to us!

Take Survey

Online Support Group

Have you joined our private

Facebook Group?


This is a private group for patients of IWLS where they can share their weight loss tips, troubles, and triumphs. It's also a great opportunity to chat and support one another!

Visit our group

to join the conversation! 

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Our Partners

Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics


Specializing in orthopedics, sports medicine, bariatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, pain management, family medicine, general surgery, behavioral health, and more.


Campuses in Belmond

and Clarion.


Clinics in Ames, Belmond, Boone, Clarion, Clear Lake, Des Moines, Fort Dodge, Garner, Hampton, Rockwell, and Webster City.

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Iowa Specialty Orthopedics


Specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement & revision, orthopedic trauma, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment services.


Clinics in Belmond, Clarion, Fort Dodge, Garner, and Webster City.

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Gabrielson Clinic


Specializing in obstetric, gynecologic, and reproductive health for women of all ages.


Clinics in Boone, Clarion, Clear Lake, and Webster City.

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