Crouse Designated as an Aetna Institute of Quality Bariatric Surgery Facility

Crouse Health has been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality® Bariatric Surgery Facility for treating individuals living with morbid, or extreme, obesity. Facilities are selected for consistently delivering evidence-based, safe care.

“We are proud of our bariatric surgery program’s reputation throughout the region for excellence in weight-loss surgery,” says Seth Kronenberg, MD, Chief Operating Officer/Chief Medical Officer. “This designation reflects the talent and expertise of our Crouse bariatric surgeons and clinical team and their focus on providing the best in care and outcomes for our bariatric patients.”

Aetna makes information about the quality and cost of health care services available to its members to help them make informed decisions about their health care needs. In line with this goal, Aetna recognizes hospitals and facilities in its network that offer specialized clinical services for certain health conditions.

For information about bariatric surgery at Crouse Health, contact Colleen Cauley, BSN, RB, CBNI, bariatric program administrator, at 315-430-8974 or visit the program webpage.