Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
There are many reasons to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Some people have serious health concerns, others want to feel better about their appearance.
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What is gastric bypass?
In gastric bypass surgery, the surgeon staples off a large section of the stomach, leaving a tiny pouch. Patients simply can't eat as much as they did before surgery and they subsequently lose weight. Gastric Bypass »
What is a lap band?
Gastric banding (lap band), is usually performed laparoscopically and is one of the least invasive approaches to obesity because neither the stomach nor the intestine is cut.
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Weight Loss Surgeons
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Multidisciplinary Approach to Weight Loss
It is well known that even the most stringent diet therapies can fail to bring about sustained, long-term weight loss. Changing one's weight means changing one's lifestyle.
This tenet is at the core of the Center's program. Message from our Director »
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