Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists and Bariatrics of Columbus
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Comprehensive Care
Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists and Bariatrics in Columbus, GA is the only comprehensive weight management center in the region. Our physicians specialize in both medical weight management and surgical weight management.
As the only comprehensive center in the area, you can be assured that you’re receiving the best treatment strategy for you!
Services Offered:
Medical Weight Loss Treatment
We provide close monitoring and consistent follow-up if you are prescribed medication as part of your treatment. These may include, but are not limited to:
- Semaglutide (Wegovy or Ozempic)
- Tirzepatide (Zepbound or Mounjaro)
- Phentermine
- Naltrexone/Bupropion (Contrave)
Surgical Weight Loss Treatment
Our fellowship-trained surgeons are able to perform all types of metabolic surgeries, and will help you decide which treatment is best for you:
- Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG)
- Gastric Bypass
- Duodenal Switch
- SADI-S
- Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)
- Revisional Bariatric Surgeries
- Typically to treat reflux or achieve additional weight loss
Specialized Treatment for Adolescents
A team of board-certified bariatric physicians and a pediatrician who have a dedicated clinical focus of treating the metabolic disease of obesity. We work closely with children and adolescents who are struggling with their weight and health, emphasizing sustainable lifestyle changes and, when appropriate, evidence-based use of weight-loss medications and metabolic surgery. Their approach prioritizes the overall well-being of their patients and supports both their physical and mental health.
Additional Services
In addition to weight management, our physicians also specialize in the complete workup, diagnosis, and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and esophageal motility disorders.
Our services include, but are not limited to:
- Endoscopy (EGD)
- Manometry
- pH Studies
- Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Heller myotom
We also perform select general surgery procedures. Please call to inquire!
Meet our staff

Kenneth Henry Copperwheat, DO
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Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists and Bariatrics of Columbus
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Closed