SEAFORD — TidalHealth Nanticoke has recently been designated a Cigna Healthcare Center of Excellence for bariatric surgery for its dedication to treating individuals living with morbid or extreme obesity.

“TidalHealth Nanticoke is proud to be recognized for meeting the rigorous selection criteria set by the Cigna Healthcare Centers of Excellence program,” said the hospital’s president Penny Short.

“We provide our patients with exceptional care, and it’s always gratifying to have this level of national designation to confirm that the commitment to outstanding care and patient safety is on par with the best bariatric programs in America.”

There continues to be a prevalence of morbid obesity on the Delmarva Peninsula and, with it, an inherent risk of several associated complications. The bariatric program at TidalHealth Nanticoke helps patients eliminate those risk factors via a number of options, including bariatric surgery.

The Seaford hospital has implemented a systematic approach to improving quality of life, which makes available the very best surgical options and outcomes, education, nutritional lifestyle changes and exercise.

TidalHealth Nanticoke’s commitment to quality bariatric care includes appropriately trained team members, leaders and surgeons who participate regularly in meetings to review surgical outcomes.

Cigna makes information about the quality and cost of health care services available to its members to assist them in making informed decisions about their needs.

In line with this goal, the company recognizes facilities in its network that offer specialized clinical services for certain health conditions and names them Centers of Excellence.

To learn more about bariatric surgery, weight loss and wellness services at TidalHealth, visit tidalhealth.org/weight-loss-program.