Obesity comes with health risks. Diabetes. High-blood pressure. Joint pain. Sleep apnea. That’s why so many people have turned to us for help. MedStar Washington Hospital Center’s Bariatric Surgery Program is one of the area’s most experienced and comprehensive.
Bariatric surgery restored Shenita to good health. Following surgery, the outward sign is massive weight loss; the inward sign is a second chance at a better life.
This is your first step in the bariatric surgical process. If you are pre- or post-surgery, this is an opportunity to meet hospital staff and patients in a supportive environment. Family members, friends, former and new patients, or anyone investigating the surgery are encouraged to attend.
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Thinking about weight loss surgery? This is your first step in the bariatric surgical process
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