Snellville, Ga. (April 2, 2026) – Piedmont Eastside Medical Center has received reaccreditation under the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP), a joint quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). The hospital first earned MBSAQIP accreditation in 2016, and the current accreditation extends through 2028.

 

MBSAQIP is a comprehensive, nationwide surgical quality program designed to ensure safe and effective metabolic and bariatric surgery. To earn reaccreditation, Piedmont Eastside’s bariatrics program met essential criteria for staffing, training and facility infrastructure as well as protocols for care. As part of the review, an experienced bariatric surgeon conducted an extensive site visit, assessing the program’s structure, processes and clinical outcomes data—including weight loss and treatment of obesity-related diseases like diabetes and sleep apnea.

 

“Our team is honored to once again receive MBSAQIP accreditation,” said Kenna Glick, RDN, LD, CDCES, bariatrics program coordinator at Piedmont Eastside. “The designation reflects our commitment to helping patients achieve sustainable, long-term weight loss through outstanding care.”

 

Piedmont Eastside’s bariatrics program includes four surgeons who provide medical and surgical weight-loss treatment options. The program also includes a nutrition clinic staffed by two registered dietitians who support patients with meal planning and lifestyle guidance. The team cares for about 150 patients each year.

 

Research shows that accredited centers experience lower complications and better outcomes than those of non-accredited facilities. Additionally, a recent study demonstrated that bariatric surgery results in greater total and sustained weight loss compared to weight loss options like GLP-1 agonists.

 

As an MBSAQIP-accredited hospital, Piedmont Eastside also continues the designation as an ACS Surgical Quality Partner. Being a Surgical Quality Partner signifies a hospital’s dedication to consistently improving procedures and approaches while maintaining a critical eye on process at every step.

 

“ACS Quality programs are grounded in more than a century of experience and participation is an important measure of a hospital’s surgical quality,” said ACS Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer Patricia L. Turner, MD, MBA, FACS. “As an ACS Surgical Quality Partner, Piedmont Eastside has shown a commitment to providing the best possible patient care, evaluating that care in a rigorous fashion and dedicating themselves to continuous self-improvement.”

 

Visit Bariatric Seminars at Piedmont Eastside to take the first step on your weight-loss journey. The site includes a convenient online seminar about bariatric surgery. After completing the seminar, a bariatrics program team member will contact you to schedule your first appointment.

 

About Piedmont Eastside Medical Center  

Piedmont Eastside Medical Center has proudly provided quality care to patients in Gwinnett and surrounding counties for more than 45 years. A 305-bed, multi-campus system of care, Piedmont Eastside offers comprehensive medical and surgical services at its two Snellville locations. PiedmontEastside’s Main Campus (1700 Medical Way) is home to cardiovascular, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, robotic surgery, bariatric, and maternity with neonatal intensive care programs. The South Campus (2160 Fountain Drive) houses behavioral health and inpatient rehabilitation programs. Both locations offer 24-hour emergency care. For more information or to book an appointment, visit Piedmont.org.

 

About the American College of Surgeons 

The American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational organization of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical practice and improve the quality of care for all surgical patients. The College is dedicated to the ethical and competent practice of surgery. Its achievements have significantly influenced the course of scientific surgery in America and have established it as an important advocate for all surgical patients. The College has more than 88,000 members and is the largest organization of surgeons in the world. “FACS” designates that a surgeon is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. 

 

About the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery 

The ASMBS is the largest organization for bariatric surgeons in the nation. It is a non-profit organization that works to advance the art and science of bariatric surgery and is committed to educating medical professionals and the lay public about bariatric surgery as an option for the treatment of morbid obesity, as well as the associated risks and benefits. It encourages its members to investigate and discover new advances in obesity, while maintaining a steady exchange of experiences and ideas that may lead to improved outcomes for morbidly obese patients. For more information, visit www.asmbs.org.