Orlando Health Breaks Ground on Bariatric Surgery Institute

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Orlando Health has broken ground on a new 28,000-square-foot facility in downtown Orlando that will house its new Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery Institute. The two-story institute, set to open in spring 2027, will consolidate Orlando Health's bariatric services including weight-loss surgery, endoscopic and robotic procedures, obesity medicine, and surgical body contouring.

Why it matters

The new institute will allow Orlando Health to provide comprehensive, integrated care for patients seeking weight-loss and bariatric treatments, bringing together medical, surgical, and support services in one centralized location.

The details

The institute will feature dedicated space for psychiatry and nutrition programs, group meetings, a demonstration kitchen, and an advanced bioskills lab for surgical training. This investment in bariatric care reflects the growing need for accessible, high-quality weight management services in the Orlando region.

• Orlando Health broke ground on the new facility in February 2026.
• The Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery Institute is scheduled to open in spring 2027.

What’s next

The new institute is expected to begin accepting patients when it opens in spring 2027, offering a range of weight-loss and bariatric treatments to serve the growing need in the Orlando community.