Tallahassee, Florida

Tallahassee, the capital city of Florida, with its rolling red hills, is known as the hilliest city in Florida. It may not house any beaches within city limits, but the ocean is only thirty minutes away and residents can enjoy the many lakes the city has to offer. Though small, the city boasts countless art museums and galleries—showing its commitment to arts and culture. It is also big on wellness and recreation. Enjoy aquatics centers, tennis courts, golf courses, and fitness centers that offer recreation for individuals of all ages. With the thriving Tallahassee Senior Center, the city makes it a point to focus on wellness for all ages. 

If you prefer outdoor recreation, Tallahassee has plenty to offer you. The newly built Cascades Park boasts both outdoor recreation and entertainment, with a state-of-the-art amphitheater, children’s areas, and miles upon miles of trails you can use for biking, walking, or running. For a guide to the trails you can enjoy within the city, visit: https://www.talgov.com/parks/parks.aspx.

If you’re looking to focus more on the wellness side of things or you want to join a group for fitness activities, Tallahassee has plenty to offer. Visit https://www.meetup.com/find/?location=us–fl–tallahassee&source=EVENTS&categoryId=302 for a list of groups you can join. You can find a list of running groups in the area here: https://www.gulfwinds.org/training/.

Tallahassee, Florida is home to bariatric surgeons who have perfected the Lap-Band® Procedure. The Lap-Band Program is an effective weight-loss surgery option because there is no stomach cutting or intestinal rerouting to heal from. Patients recover quickly and can get started on their weight-loss journeys and control for a lifetime. Below you will find a list of surgeons that offer the Lap-Band Procedure in Tallahassee. 

What Do the Badges Mean?

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Credentialed: The practice has completed LAP-BAND® Training and Proctoring and/or ReShape Lifesciences™ continuous education training within the past 24 months.

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High-volume Center: The practice has completed LAP-BAND® Training and Proctoring and/or ReShape Lifesciences™ continuous education training within the past 24 months.

The practice has performed 100+ LAP-BAND® Procedures over the last three years.


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Premier Center: The practice has completed LAP-BAND® Training and Proctoring and/or ReShape Lifesciences™ continuous education training within the past 24 months.

The practice has performed 250+ LAP-BAND® Procedures over the last three years.


Re-Engagement Aftercare: The practice will accept any patient that already has the LAP-BAND® and needs aftercare and adjustment. This surgeon won’t remove your LAP-BAND® unnecessarily.