Dr. Johnell's Advanced Skills
Renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Johnell draws patients from eight surrounding states. In 2006, he received training for robotically assisted surgery and began using the da Vinci™ robot to perform the majority of his bariatric cases. Dr. Johnell has been a general surgeon since 1985, and has performed thousands of laparoscopic procedures during his career.
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Dedicated bariatric surgery practice
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Bariatric surgery constitutes 98% of annual cases
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First da Vinci™ LAP-BAND® performed in Colorado
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Over 400 LAP-BAND® procedures performed
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Over 500 laparoscopic gastric bypasses performed
Specializing in LAP-BAND® Surgery
Since 2002, we have been offering the adjustable LAP-BAND®.
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Least invasive and safest weight loss surgery
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Same day discharge for most patients
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Quick recovery
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Highly effective procedure for weight loss
Before and Aftercare
Our program is known to have one of the most comprehensive weight loss surgery before and aftercare programs available in the western states region:
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Interactive pre and post operative education classes
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Research based nutrition focusing on prevention of nutritional deficiencies
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Classes in lifestyle change and stress management
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Exercise and physical fitness instruction
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Monthly support group meetings at North Colorado Medical Center, video teleconferenced to regional facilities.
Multidisciplinary Team
Our multidisciplinary professionals from the allied health specialties of nutrition, exercise science, psychology, and nursing, work together as a team to provide comprehensive patient care.
The bariatric team members have a broad scope and depth of experience. In addition to the surgeon, our team members include:
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Director of Bariatric Services
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Bariatric Patient Case Manager-RN
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Clinical Psychologist-PhD
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Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
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Certified Physician Assistant
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Registered Dietician
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Exercise Physiologist
Sized for Comfort
Our patient waiting areas and treatment rooms are equipped with armchairs that fit, soft and wide treatment tables that operate electronically, gowns that are sized to fit, and weight scales, wheelchairs and blood pressure cuffs that are designed for all sizes.
No Long Waiting Periods
Patients do not have to wait a long time for their surgery. Surgery can occur as early as 3 months after patients have their first consultation with Dr. Johnell.
Family Lodging at the Medical Center's Hospitality House
NCMC provides comfortable overnight accommodations for our patients and families in the Hospitality House. The Hospitality House is located on the main campus of the medical center, and is equipped with all of the comforts of a modern hotel room at a fraction of the cost.
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Growing up in Colorado, the leanest state in the nation, as an overweight child was difficult. I was the only fat kid in school - every year. I couldn't participate in the games, the sports, and I was constantly ridiculed.
