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  • Gastric Band Surgery (Lap-Band® Surgery)

    A type of bariatric surgery that helps some people with obesity to lose weight. During the procedure, an adjustable band is placed around the upper portion of the stomach, dividing it into two sections.

  • Bariatric Surgery for Weight Loss

    Bariatric surgery alters the stomach's anatomy to reduce the amount of food eaten and digested. Learn more about this procedure.

  • Fluoroscopy Imaging After Bariatric Surgery

    Fluoroscopy imaging is performed soon after every patient's bariatric surgery. This quality measure ensures that the procedure was done correctly.

  • Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y) Surgery

    A type of weight-loss surgery that helps people with obesity lose weight. It involves reducing the size of the stomach and rerouting part of the small intestine.

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