IWLS

Lifespan


Volume 2 | Issue 4

April 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

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 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!

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New Things Happening at the Clinic

What better way to welcome spring than by adding a flag pole to our Des Moines clinic!


Our new space provides us with more opportunities to help our patients achieve their health goals. We're excited to experience spring here!


Ready to take that first step on your lifelong journey to health? Contact us today at 515-327-2000 to get started!

Dr. Lynn Nelson Back in Des Moines

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Spinal Surgery Including

Cervical (Neck) & Lumbar (Back)


Call (515) 955-6767


Lynn Nelson, MD is NOW seeing

patients in Des Moines!


"I always try to do the right thing for my patients as he/she is someone's son or daughter." -Dr. Nelson

Patient Testimonial

After many attempts at different weight loss options as well as many failed attempts, Beth decided to take control of her life.


Beth had a lot of support. Her best friend had weight loss surgery two years before Beth's, her sister-in-law is 5 years out from her weight loss surgery, and her family has been a true blessing as a support team.


Beth is so much more confident now when she's out in public, and she is much happier. She and her husband have an amazing relationship, and her experience has only made it better.

Beth Pirillo

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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.

Group Therapy

Group Therapy, which meets virtually for an hour each week, is led by one of our licensed social workers who will teach a group of 5-10 patients proven strategies for managing specific problems. These groups are available to pre- and post-bariatric surgery patients.


We offer two group therapy options per week:


Pre-Surgery Group:

Meets Thursday evenings at 5:30pm via Zoom


Post-Surgery Group:

Meets Tuesday evenings at 5:30pm via Zoom

Pre-Surgery Group Therapy

Post-Surgery Group Therapy

Scheduling is required to attend these groups.

Please call our office at 515-327-2000 to get signed up.

Events Calendar

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


Click on the image to see the events we have coming up this month!

Online Support Group

Have you joined our private

Facebook Group?


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


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to join the conversation! 

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