Bariatrics is the medical specialty of weight control. It is derived from the Greek word "baros", which means weight. A bariatrician is a licensed medical doctor who is qualified to practice Bariatric medicine. Georgia Bariatrics is Dr. McBarron's private medical practice.

Through Georgia Bariatrics, you will reach and maintain your desired weight goal. Dr. McBarron is highly trained and skilled in orchestrating your weight loss program. She first became a registered nurse, moving on to a Bachelor's degree in nursing, a Bachelor of Science in Biology, and finally obtaining her Medical Doctorate. Dr. McBarron is surrounded by a staff of medically competent nurses and para-professionals. Many of her staff have overcome their own weight problems and can help you with yours. On behalf of all of us here at Georgia Bariatrics, WELCOME!

We are proud of Georgia Bariatrics and know you have made the best choice! Here is why:

• Dr. McBarron is the ONLY Board Certified Bariatrician within 150 miles of Columbus.
• She personally understands your struggle as she has LOST OVER 70 POUNDS.
• She has the MOST EXPERIENCE in helping you. She was the first Bariatrician in the area and has the longest record of proven maintenance since 1987.
• Dr. McBarron dedicates her practice EXCLUSIVELY to Bariatrics. She's not trying to "Tack On" Bariatrics to another practice.

BARIATRICS (bar-i-at riks) [G. Baros, weight, +iatreia, medical treatment]. The branch of medicine or surgery that deals with the management (prevention or control) of obesity and allied diseases.
- Steadman's Medical Dictionary 26th Edition

Testimonials:

"I cried because I could only shop in "Big Stores", today I had tears of joy when purchased my first "regular" size clothes."
- Diane A.

"I went from a size 20 to a size 10."
- Ivonne W.

"I saw Dr. McBarron on television, my husband encouraged me to go see her. I have lost 30 pounds and can't believe how easy it was."
- Maudie B.

"I lost 90 pounds 1 year ago and am still maintaining my ideal weight."
- Debra M.

"I was on insulin and blood pressure medication. Thanks to Dr. McBarron I have lost over 100 pounds and no longer require my medications."
- Darryl R.

Georgia Bariatrics
Jan McBarron, M.D.
2904 Macon Road
Columbus, Georgia 31906
706.322.4073