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    [an error occurred while processing this directive] Proposed change in Medicare rules for weight-loss surgery 24 Nov 2005
    WASHINGTON The government today proposed expanding Medicare coverage of weight-loss surgery for the disabled. But the feds are seeking ...
    - Team 4 News,

    Health Support Groups 24 Nov 2005
    Information: (563) 264-1793 or www.kuhens,org. Bariatric Surgery. “Images,� for those who have had weight-loss surgery or are considering it, 6:30-8 pm ...
    - Quad City Times,

    US Medicare to pay for some obesity surgeries 24 Nov 2005
    Weight-loss surgery is already covered on a regional basis to alleviate serious obesity-related conditions like diabetes, but not obesity itself. ...
    - Reuters

    Bulletin Board 24 Nov 2005
    Anyone interested in attending a local support group for weight loss surgery, whether it be gastric bypass or lap band, please call (615)384-9742 or email ...
    - Robertson County Times,

    Community calendar 24 Nov 2005
    Commons, Gainesville. (800) 651-6000; online: www.weightwatchers.com. Public Information Lecture on Weight Loss Surgery. 9-10:30 ...
    - Gainesville Times,

    Weight loss surgery helps prevent diabetes Nov 4, 2005
    Reuters Health) - The long-lasting weight reduction achieved with laparoscopic gastric banding, a minimally invasive type of weight loss surgery, can help in ...
    - Reuters.uk,

    Weight-loss surgery brings on new woes Nov 6, 2005
    Barbara Walker has lost half of the more than 500 pounds she weighed when she had gastric bypass surgery in 2004. She says the operation saved her life. ...
    - Austin American-Statesman (subscription),

    Weight loss surgery not without risks Oct 25, 2005
    Mortality rates from weight loss surgery are low in New Jersey, although a small percentage of patients experience serious complications that can require long ...
    - Newark Star Ledger,

    Nutrition Wise: Tilapia, Weight-loss Surgery, Calcium in Ice Cream Oct 24, 2005
    ...habits? A: A person has to learn new eating habits after weight-loss surgery, and many people underestimate the difficulty involved. ...
    - Kansas City infoZine,

    Weight Loss Surgery Helps Prevent Diabetes in Morbidly Obese ... Nov 4, 2005
    NEW YORK (Reuters Health) Nov 04 - The long-lasting weight loss achieved with laparoscopic gastric banding can help in the prevention and remission of type 2 ...
    - Medscape (subscription)

    Weight-loss hospital set at med center Nov 17, 2005
    ...in radical treatments for obesity, an Oklahoma City-based firm is building a specialty hospital at the South Texas Medical Center aimed at weight-loss surgery. ...
    - San Antonio Express (subscription),

    Death rate low for weight-loss surgery Oct 26, 2005
    TRENTON - The number of New Jerseyans undergoing radical weight-loss surgery has multiplied nearly tenfold over the past several years, while the death rate ...
    - Trenton Times,

    Man who lost 500 lbs. dies Nov 21, 2005
    I've lost over 500 pounds, maintained it for almost seven years." Willie's daughter Jennifer, also shed the pounds with her weight loss surgery. ...
    - KRIS-TV,

    Weight-loss surgery brings on new woes Nov 7, 2005
    By Mary Ann Roser. Barbara Walker has lost half of the more than 500 pounds she weighed when she had gastric bypass surgery in 2004. ...
    - Austin American-Statesman (subscription),

    Weight loss surgery helps prevent diabetes Nov 4, 2005
    NEW YORK : The long-lasting weight reduction achieved with laparoscopic gastric banding, a minimally invasive type of weight loss surgery, can help in the ...
    - NewKerala.com,

    Obese have new surgery option at local hospital Nov 8, 2005
    ...can to get that 50 pounds back.". The weight loss surgery's success won't get Dr. Harry Black arguing. But the surgeon who is part ...
    - Daytona Beach News-Journal,

    Gastric bypass surgery forces lifestyle adjustment Nov 11, 2005
    ...designed to support patients making a lifestyle change, said Terri Meany, clinical operations administrator at The Center for Weight Loss Surgery at Danbury ...
    - Danbury News Times,

    Community Bulletin Board Nov 21, 2005
    Weight Loss Surgery Support Group - 6:30-7:30 pm Monday at Danville-Boyle County Public Library. Open to the public, surgery patients encouraged to attend. ...
    - Danville Advocate,

    Marketdata Enterprise Surveys 20,456 People about Diet Related ... Nov 18, 2005
    ...programs, meal replacements and OTC diet pills, diet/low-carb foods, diet soft drinks , artificial sweeteners, diet drugs, weight loss surgery, MD/dietitian ...
    - Genetic Engineering News,

    New Survey Findings Uncover the Dramatic Negative Effects of ... Nov 9, 2005
    ..."These data make a compelling argument for weight-loss surgery as a good option for the severely and morbidly obese," said Dr. Christine Ren of New York ...
    - Market Wire (press release)

    Senior Citizen Delivers 185-Pound Weight Loss Nov 5, 2005
    That is amazing to me! My mom had gastic bypass surgery in December 2003 at the age of 53 and I thought that was old for weight loss surgery. ...
    - The Common Voice,

    Health Happenings Nov 20, 2005
    Greensburg. The group meets monthly to address specific topics related to the weight-loss surgery. This month's topic is exercise. ...
    - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review,

    Health & Fitness Events Nov 20, 2005
    Dr. George Woodman addresses the benefits and risks of weight-loss surgery and its growing use in treatment of morbid obesity. baptistonline.org. ...
    - commercialappeal.com (subscription),

    Clinical Briefs For November 2005 Oct 30, 2005
    The number of Americans having weight-loss surgery more than quadrupled between 1998 and 2002-from 13,386 to 71,733-with part of the increase driven by a 900 ...
    - U.S. Medicine,

    PVH gets new leader Nov 19, 2005
    Despite relatively high death rates compared with some of the procedures, the weight-loss surgery has become incredibly popular and PVH says its work in the ...
    - The Coloradoan,

    Studies: Bariatric surgery riskier than thought Oct 24, 2005
    Critics say the new research should dissuade the government from covering the procedures. “Expansion of Medicare to cover weight-loss surgery will result in ...
    - Lincoln Journal Star,

    WPHC Designated Bariatric Surgery Center Of Excellence Oct 31, 2005
    The reputation for high quality care in weight loss surgery that the Hospital and Dr. Homan enjoys has attracted patients from as far as Canada, Alaska, Maine ...
    - Westchester.com,

    Bariatric chef helps others maintain healthy weight Nov 8, 2005
    ...restaurant. He helped write the recently released Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies and is the exclusive chef for WLS Lifestyles magazine. ...
    - Palm Beach Post,

    Structured Weight Loss Vacations Costly, Don't Teach Real-World ... Nov 5, 2005
    ...t waste your money. I'd be more inclined to recommending weight loss surgery before promoting programs like these. Call me a skeptic ...
    - The Common Voice,

    Health Support Groups Nov 10, 2005
    Information: (563) 264-1793. Bariatric Surgery. “Images,� for those who have had weight-loss surgery or are considering it, 6:30-8 pm third Wednesdays ...
    - Quad City Times,

    An Expanding Probelm Nov 2, 2005
    ...procedure. Some 10 hospitals in six states have eliminated weight-loss surgery programs because of a high volume of patient deaths. ...
    - LongIslandPress.com,

    Allina Hospitals Awarded Bariatric Center of Excellence ... Oct 24, 2005
    ...loss operations. Abbott Nothwestern affiliated surgeons offer a variety of surgical options for weight loss surgery. More information ...
    - Genetic Engineering News,

    Health Briefs Nov 14, 2005
    The session will inform attendees about the weight loss surgery, explain the difference between gastric bypass and lap banding, discuss the benefits of the ...
    - Naples Daily News (subscription),

    Losing weight a psychological challenge Nov 6, 2005
    ...with psychological help, but she says she received therapy for almost eight years beforehand -- and she recommends it for other weight loss surgery patients. ...
    - Arizona Daily Sun,

    Hospitals find way to save more lives Nov 14, 2005
    ...of what was wrong. She had had weight-loss surgery a couple of weeks earlier and later had a follow-up procedure. Coming out of ...
    - Pioneer Press,

    Gastric Bypass: Causes Patients To Feel Cold Oct 27, 2005
    According to an article published in ezinearticles.com-People who experience the excessive weight loss associated with weight loss surgery experience feeling ...
    - Bella Online

    Reaching Dieters Online - Advertising Battle Heats Up Oct 31, 2005
    ...drugs, skin care products, vitamins, diet foods, nutrition bars, dating/relationship services, self-improve-ment products, weight loss surgery, hospitals, MDs ...
    - Emediawire (press release),

    Antelope Valley Calendar Nov 13, 2005
    ...meets, 7-8:30 pm the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month to address the medical, nutritional and social ramifications of weight-loss surgery in fourth ...
    - Los Angeles Daily News,

    Support groups Oct 30, 2005
    20, 2 pm, 881-3111. Weight Loss Surgery Support Group, Crestwood Hospital, One Hospital Drive, in the Medical Pavilion first floor conference room, Nov. ...
    - Huntsville Times,

    Kohl spokesman sets office hours Nov 6, 2005
    Bariatric surgery, also known as gastric bypass surgery or weight loss surgery, is an option for some patients who suffer from complications from severe obesity ...
    - Wausau Daily Herald,

    Health Happenings Oct 30, 2005
    Excela Health offers monthly forums for those contemplating weight loss surgery, with topics including the latest developments in gastric bypass procedures. ...
    - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review,

    Older and Medically Disabled Patients Have Higher Mortality from ... Oct 24, 2005
    ...and medically disabled patients undergoing bariatric surgery have higher mortality rates than typically reported for the weight loss surgery, according to a ...
    - DG News

    Health & Fitness Guide Oct 30, 2005
    Dr. George Woodman addresses the benefits and risks of weight loss surgery and its growing use in treatment of morbid obesity. baptistonline.org. ...
    - commercialappeal.com (subscription),

    Berkeley This Week Nov 11, 2005
    594-5165. “Weight-Loss Surgery: Is It For You?� at 6 pm at Alta Bates Summit Health Education Center, 400 Hawthorne Ave., Oakland. ...
    - Berkeley Daily Planet,

    Health & Fitness Guide Oct 23, 2005
    Hospital-Memphis. Dr. George Woodman addresses the benefits and risks of weight loss surgery. baptistonline.org. "Navigating the ...
    - commercialappeal.com (subscription),

    Community Calendar Nov 15, 2005
    Weight Loss Surgery Lecture, 6 pm, West Boca Medical Center Education Center, 21644 State Road 7, Boca Raton. Reservations required. ...
    - Palm Beach Post,

    Flu clinics, plus Medicare Plan D meetings and Health Calendar Nov 15, 2005
    21. For details, 412-359-4952. n St. Clair Hospital and Hope Bariatrics will host a free laparoscopic weight loss surgery seminar from 6 to 8 pm Nov. ...
    - Pittsburgh Post Gazette,

    Basketball tourney set for Nov. 18, 19 Nov 9, 2005
    Friday. Detailed information about two types of laparoscopic bariatric (weight-loss) surgery will be provided. Call 1-888-868-0008.
    - Lexington Herald Leader,

    As obesity grows, all of society is paying more Oct 30, 2005
    In an October paper on the cost and benefits of weight-loss surgery for full-time employees, he noted that obese men are absent 2.7 more days a year than normal ...
    - Fort Wayne Journal Gazette,

    Chinese culture celebrated Oct 26, 2005
    Detailed information about the two types of laparoscopic bariatric (weight loss) surgery -- gastric bypass or Lap-Band -- is included at this seminar ...
    - Kentucky.com,

    Health update: Free diabetes classes to be given at hospital Oct 31, 2005
    Options on weight loss: A free seminar providing information about weight-loss surgery procedures will be at 10 am Saturday at Las Palmas LifeCare Center, 3333 ...
    - El Paso Times,

    Healthy Happenings Oct 31, 2005
    Obesity surgery info Details on procedures and insurance for weight loss surgery, 2 pm Friday, Room H, Baptist Hospital’s Owen Building, 2000 Church St. ...
    - Nashville City Paper,

    Fat & Happy? Nov 6, 2005
    A particularly incendiary topic is weight-loss surgery (stomach stapling or more radical measures like rerouting the intestine). ...
    - Dallas Morning News (subscription),

    An Amazing New Way To Measure Body Fat Nov 2, 2005
    The 3DPS may help doctors determine which patients who are at highest risk -- and treat them aggressively, either with medication or weight loss surgery. ...
    - WCBS-TV New York,

    Women's health Oct 24, 2005
    Medical school and residency: Ohio State University College of Medicine. Pamela Foster, MD is a general surgeon specializing in weight loss surgery. ...
    - San Jose Mercury News,

    Couple chooses bypass surgery 03 Oct 2005
    ...weight back.". Excela Health offers information sessions each month for people who are considering weight-loss surgery. Topics include ...
    - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

    No sugar coating in gastric-bypass guide 03 Oct 2005
    Carnie Wilson's weight-loss surgery is well known, but most of those who have had gastric bypass and other surgery to help weight loss aren't celebrities. ...
    - The Grand Rapids Press

    100+ Pound Atkins Losers Have A Lot In Common 03 Oct 2005
    ...straw. If it didn't work, then I would have followed the path my mother took in December 2003 to have the weight loss surgery done. ...
    - The Common Voice

    Fitness Events 03 Oct 2005
    10 and 24 in seminar rooms 2-5 at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. Dr. George Woodman addresses the benefits and risks of weight loss surgery. ...
    - commercialappeal.com (subscription)

    health calendar 03 Oct 2005
    11; patients need physician’s referral, then $50 per semester; 253-879-3526. weight-loss surgery online seminar by Franciscan Health System, 7-8:30 pm Oct. ...
    - TheNewsTribune.com (subscription)

    In brief: Join Optimist clubs to honor cancer survivors 03 Oct 2005
    ...breakfast. Two physicians will talk about arthritis, osteoporosis, breast cancer, heart disease, weight-loss surgery and exercise. ...
    - El Paso Times

    Weight-loss surgery can improve lives of obese seniors Sep 20, 2005
    All the other medical problems disappeared. "I knew I was not going to make it if I didn't have that done," Stratiff, now 73, said of the weight-loss surgery. ...
    - Winston-Salem Journal

    Weight-loss surgery for seniors gains support Sep 21, 2005
    ...pounds. "I knew I was not going to make it if I didn't have that done," Stratiff, now 73, said of the weight-loss surgery. Medical ...
    - Denver Post

    Get the Facts on Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery at Free Seminar ... Sep 11, 2005
    ...is providing an informative seminar for individuals interested in learning more about the benefits and challenges associated with Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery ...
    - Emediawire (press release)

    Weight-loss surgery should be used as last resort Sep 3, 2005
    In response to the story "Nutrition and fitness after gastric bypass surgery," (Aug. 30) I'd like to remind your readers that surgery ...
    - Los Alamos Monitor

    More obese seniors choosing to have gastric-bypass surgery Sep 25, 2005
    ...the pounds. "I knew I was not going to make it if I didn't have that done," Stratiff, now 73, said of the weight-loss surgery. "My ...
    - Summit Daily News

    More obese seniors opting for gastric-bypass surgery Sep 28, 2005
    Exercising got easier. Recent research suggests seniors can benefit from weight-loss surgery as much as younger people and maybe more. ...
    - Billings Gazette

    More seniors opt for weight-loss surgery Sep 27, 2005
    ...have left. Recent research suggests seniors can benefit from weight-loss surgery as much as younger people and maybe more. One study ...
    - Jackson Clarion Ledger

    Franciscan Health System Provides Surgical Weight-Loss Information ... Sep 19, 2005
    ...the leading provider of surgical weight-loss procedures in the Puget Sound region, will present a free, online seminar about weight-loss surgery and its ...
    - ArriveNet (press release)

    A huge weight has been lifted from this couple's life Sep 26, 2005
    On March 23, 2004, she underwent gastric bypass surgery through the Weight Loss Surgery Center at Baylor University Medical Center. ...
    - Dallas Morning News (subscription)

    Surgery for obesity: What is it? Sep 21, 2005
    ...years and longer. When appropriate, weight-loss surgery can result in dramatic improvements in weight and health. However, people ...
    - Fashion Monitor Toronto

    For some people, surgery is the answer to obesity Sep 21, 2005
    ...''I knew I was not going to make it if I didn't have that done,'' Stratiff, now 73, said of the weight-loss surgery. ``I wouldn't have lived.''. ...
    - Miami Herald

    Companies, staff see gains in weight loss Sep 25, 2005
    ...for a minimum of six months. Of those who did, 50 had bariatric, or weight loss, surgery. Many saw substantial reductions in their ...
    - Helena Independent Record

    Mercy sponsors weight-loss seminar Sep 14, 2005
    22 for Siouxland residents who have undergone weight loss surgery or those considering it. Colleen Cook, nationally known speaker ...
    - Sioux City Journal

    Surgical center for weight loss marks 1st year Sep 12, 2005
    ...said. Eichmann is one of 141 St. Luke patients to undergo weight-loss surgery since the center opened in September 2004. Together ...
    - Cincinnati Enquirer

    Local teen tests anti-obesity device Sep 7, 2005
    ...family-practice doctors on Sept. 17 at the Northwest Weight Loss Surgery office, 125 130th St. SE, near Everett. Gastric bypass is a ...
    - Seattle Times

    'Walk from Obesity' this Saturday Sep 21, 2005
    Mary's Weight Loss Surgery Center joins the American Society for Bariatric Surgery to raise awareness about obesity and rally support for change. ...
    - Huntington Herald Dispatch

    Ongoing Events Sep 26, 2005
    Doris, 672-4061. Los Alamos Weight-Loss Surgery Support Group is dedicated to those who have been through or are considering weight-loss surgery. ...
    - Los Alamos Monitor

    Walk from Obesity at Winton Woods Sep 20, 2005
    More than 100 weight-loss surgery patients will symbolically "walk away" from a life of excessive weight gain at the second annual Walk from Obesity Saturday ...
    - Cincinnati Post

    More Obese Seniors Choose Gastric-Bypass Sep 20, 2005
    Exercising got easier. "I knew I was not going to make it if I didn‘t have that done," Stratiff, now 73, said of the weight-loss surgery. ...
    - Leading The Charge

    E-BariatricSurgery.com Explains the Cost of Bariatric Surgery Sep 1, 2005
    ...varies by state and insurance provider, and although some states have legislation in place that requires insurers to offer weight loss surgery for patients ...
    - Pressbox.co.uk (press release)

    Johnson County Community Calendar September 28-Oct. 4 Sep 28, 2005
    NUTRITION/BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION CLASSES: Post-surgery education and follow-up. For those who have had weight loss surgery. Sponsored ...
    - Kansas City Star

    The Wrestling Babe: September 28, 2005-A New Beginning Sep 27, 2005
    ...bypass surgery. For those of you who do not know exactly what this is, it is, in layman’s terms, weight loss surgery. The last ...
    - ProWrestling.com

    Accelacare Inc. Launches the First Comprehensive Bariatric ... Sep 12, 2005
    As the use of bariatric (medically required weight loss) surgery, as a treatment for extreme obesity amongst Canadians grows, so does the need to provide ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    Obese Chandler man turns to surgery so he can see son grow up Sep 15, 2005
    ..."So, the newest tool for weight-loss surgery is the safest and as effective as others.". ... But weight-loss surgery doesn't cure disease.". ...
    - AZ Central.com

    Some obese seniors get drastic, opt for for gastric bypass surgery Sep 21, 2005
    ...gastric bypass surgery. Research suggests seniors can benefit from weight-loss surgery as much as younger people and maybe more. A soon ...
    - Chicago Sun-Times

    NYU Is Approved To Study Safety and Efficacy of Gastric Banding ... Sep 9, 2005
    NYU Medical Center Receives FDA approval to study safety and efficacy of Gastric Banding Weight Loss Surgery on teens. Alternative ...
    - eMaxHealth.com

    Low-Carb Weight Loss Makes You Go Bald? Sep 15, 2005
    They even warn weight loss surgery patients to talk with their doctor about hair loss resulting from the rapid weight loss they will see. ...
    - The Common Voice

    BestDietForMe.com Now #3 Traffic Diet Website Worldwide Sep 19, 2005
    Topics include: diabetes, diet recipes, low-cal and low-carb foods, meal replacements, self-improvement, weight loss surgery, diet drugs, nutrition bars, skin ...
    - PR Web (press release)

    Health Support Groups Sep 19, 2005
    Information: (563) 264-1793. Bariatric Surgery. “Images,� for those who have had weight-loss surgery or are considering it, 6:30-8 pm third Wednesdays ...
    - Quad City Times

    The Deuels: Marking A Milestone Sep 23, 2005
    In just four weeks, a milestone of sorts will be celebrated in Valentine, Nebraska . October 26 will mark one year since Patrick Deuel had weight loss surgery. ...
    - KELOLAND TV

    Healthy Happenings Sep 26, 2005
    Info: 342-1919. Free. Weight loss surgery seminar 9 am Wednesday, Baptist Hospital’s Owen Building, 2000 Church St. 284-7960. Free. ...
    - Nashville City Paper

    Johnson County Community Calendar September 21-27 Sep 21, 2005
    ...(913-649-9714, Ext. 274). â–  WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SUPPORT GROUP: For those who have had weight loss surgery or are considering it. ...
    - Kansas City Star

    First gastric pacemaker operations for obesity treatment occur in ... Sep 21, 2005
    Currently weight loss surgery involves putting tight bands around the stomach to reduce its size, or radical surgery, in which the stomach is stapled or by ...
    - Response Source (press release)

    Hospitals Seek New Market Niche Sep 19, 2005
    ..."A hospital might try to have a specific focus on cosmetic surgery or might focus on cosmetic surgery or might focus on weight-loss surgery.". ...
    - RedNova.com

    Obesity ops double as epidemic grows Sep 3, 2005
    The number of Britons resorting to drastic weight-loss surgery will double in the next 12 months, say medical researchers, in a further sign of the growing ...
    - Independent

    Man known by his commodus operandi Sep 28, 2005
    DeKalb Medical Center is offering two free community lectures in October. A session on the risks and benefits of weight loss surgery will be 7 to 8:30 pm Oct. ...
    - Atlanta Journal Constitution (subscription)

    Health calendar Sep 17, 2005
    ...att.net. Weight-Loss Surgery support group meets second Tuesday of each month, 7:30-8:30 pm, Rappahannock Area YMCA, Falmouth. To ...
    - The Free Lance-Star

    THE WEIGH IT IS Sep 2, 2005
    I would not consider weight-loss surgery, and I was shocked when my friend Brenda, who is 53 pounds overweight, according to her doctor, called to tell me ...
    - Connecticut Post

    Sinai Boston introduces Pre-surgical Bariatric Program Sep 16, 2005
    Studies show that after weight loss surgery patients lose nearly one third of their total body weight within the first 18 months, and that after five years ...
    - Stoughton Journal

    Doctors call obesity surgery a last resort Aug 31, 2005
    31 (UPI) -- Doctors are calling for the rethinking of weight loss surgery after what they say is a rush to get the procedure before exploring other options. ...
    - United Press International

    Health & Fitness Guide Sep 18, 2005
    Dr. George Woodman addresses the benefits and risks of weight loss surgery and its use in the treatment of morbid obesity. Visit: baptistonline.org. ...
    - commercialappeal.com (subscription)

    ER is hospital's latest upgrade Sep 24, 2005
    The hospital also specializes in weight-loss surgery, including gastric bypass and lap banding, which is like stomach stapling but makes adjustable the ...
    - St. Petersburg Times

    Johnson County Community Calendar Aug. 31-Sept. 6 Sep 1, 2005
    ...(913-681-3003). â–  WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY INFORMATIONAL SEMINAR: Find out if laparoscopic weight loss surgery is right for you. Sponsored ...
    - Kansas City Star

    Johnson County Community Calendar September 14-20 Sep 14, 2005
    ...(913-498-7406). â–  WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY INFORMATIONAL SEMINAR: Find out if laparoscopic weight loss surgery is right for you. Sponsored ...
    - Kansas City Star

    Health and fitness calendar, September 6 Sep 5, 2005
    311. • Free seminar on Weight Loss Surgery - Learn how a patient qualifies for bariatric surgery, what to expect during surgery and more, 6 pm Sept. ...
    - Rocky Mountain News

    Accelacare Canada launches OENo Waiting(1) access to surgical and ... Sep 6, 2005
    ...wish to avoid long waiting lists by opting for an immediate solution to their medical procedure and surgery such as weight loss surgery (bariatric), orthopedic ...
    - Canada NewsWire (press release)

    Health and fitness calendar, September 13 Sep 12, 2005
    Please drop items off anytime at 1130 Park Ave. W. 303-297-1815. • Free seminar on Weight Loss Surgery - Learn how a patient qualifies for bariatric surgery ...
    - Rocky Mountain News

    Johnson County Community Calendar September 7-13 Sep 7, 2005
    ...(913-469-8500, Ext. 3774). â–  NUTRITION/BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION CLASS: Post-surgery education and follow-up. For those who have had weight loss surgery. ...
    - Kansas City Star

    Support groups Sep 25, 2005
    ...com. Public Information Lecture on Weight Loss Surgery. 9-10:30 am, First Saturday, Gainesville Civic Center, Sidney Lanier Room. ...
    - Gainesville Times

    Midstate datebook: Consultant to discuss needs of new Gallatin ... Sep 19, 2005
    What: Free seminars will include sessions on weight-loss surgery, back pain, breast and bone health and urinary incontinence. When: Today and Saturday. ...
    - Fairview Observer

    health calendar Sep 20, 2005
    24, Stewart Middle School, 5010 Pacific Ave., Tacoma; 253-472-9850. weight-loss surgery online seminar by Franciscan Health System, 7-8:30 pm Oct. ...
    - TheNewsTribune.com (subscription)

    Bulletin Board for Broward County Sep 20, 2005
    ...$9. Call 954-565-5948. Weight-loss surgery lecture, 7-9 pm at Memorial Hospital Miramar, Royal Palm Conference Room, 1901 SW 172nd Ave. Free. ...
    - Sun-Sentinel.com

    Liquid Diets Making A Comeback Sep 7, 2005
    The liquid diets have been around for a while, but are making a comeback for people who want an alternative to weight loss surgery. ...
    - 13WHAM-TV

    Health Happenings Sep 4, 2005
    Excela Health offers monthly forums for those contemplating weight loss surgery, with topics including the latest developments in gastric bypass procedures. ...
    - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

    Doctor promises cure for obesity Sep 16, 2005
    ...the treatment after trying everything. She was offered a bariatric surgery (weight-loss surgery) by Dr A Ghosh. Baljit is going to ...
    - Ludhiana Newsline

    HEALTH CALENDAR Sep 6, 2005
    Weight loss surgery information session, 7 pm today, free; You've Got a Lot to Gain by Losing Weight, 5:30 pm Mondays, noon Tuesdays, free. ...
    - Kansas.com

    Community calendar Sep 8, 2005
    Commons, Gainesville. (800) 651-6000; online: www.weightwatchers.com. Public Information Lecture on Weight Loss Surgery. 9-10:30 ...
    - Gainesville Times

    Healthy Happenings Sep 5, 2005
    Details and registration: 383-3887, www.kidneywalk.org. Weight loss surgery seminar Dr. Arnulfo Agbunag speaks on gastric bypass surgery options, 7 pm Sept. ...
    - Nashville City Paper

    My Dinner With NutriSystem Sep 13, 2005
    ...run. Close to $40 billion will be spent on diet foods and programs this year, not including the cost of weight-loss surgery. NutriSystem's ...
    - BusinessWeek

    UWMC to hold student session Aug 30, 2005
    Aspirus Wausau Hospital wants you to find out. The hospital will host a free seminar about the weight loss surgery from 6:30 pm to 8 pm tonight. ...
    - Wausau Daily Herald

    Health calendar Sep 6, 2005
    For details, 412-469-7100. St. Clair Hospital and Hope Bariatrics will host a free laparoscopic weight loss surgery seminar from 6 to 8 pm Sept. ...
    - Pittsburgh Post Gazette

    Bulletin Board for Broward County Sep 15, 2005
    Free. Call 954-538-9996. Weight-loss surgery, 7-9 pm at Esther L. Grossman Women's Health & Resource Center, 4320 Sheridan Street, Hollywood. Free. ...
    - Sun-Sentinel.com

    (PRN) - Spend Management to Be Examined at Conference Board ... Sep 7, 2005
    ...[+]. (PRN) - King of the Hill 5K Road Race 2005 ... [+. PRN) - WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY DANGERS: MDTV(R) Select(TM) NJ Bariatric Surgeon, Dr. J. Kamelgard, Teaches ...
    - Bolsamania.com

    Doctors' costs studied Sep 16, 2005
    ...area doctors got an overall rate increase of 7 percent in the year starting July 1. But the big exception was bariatric doctors, who do weight loss surgery. ...
    - Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

    Women's hospital in Edmond to close Sep 13, 2005
    ...on Friday. The new owner plans to reopen next year as a bariatric hospital where weight-loss surgery will be performed. The closing ...
    - KFOR-TV

    Study: Malpractice insurance cheaper here Sep 15, 2005
    Nearly all Rochester-area doctors got an overall rate increase of 7 percent in the year starting July 1. Bariatric doctors, who do weight-loss surgery, got a ...
    - Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

    Club News Sep 4, 2005
    Sept. 29, the group is invited to Luzadder's home to celebrate the one-year anniversary of his successful weight-loss surgery. The ...
    - Marion Chronicle Tribune

    Ward Hall to be open for tours Aug 31, 2005
    Information about the two types weight-loss surgery, gastric bypass or Lap-Band, is included at this seminar, from how to prepare to what to expect during and ...
    - Lexington Herald Leader

    HEALTH CALENDAR Aug 30, 2005
    Information, 685-6776 or (800) 813-2410. Weight loss surgery information, 7 pm Sept. 6, free, Solutions for Life, 6100 E. Central. Registration, 689-5232. ...
    - Kansas.com

    LIBRARY EVENTS, STORY TIMES, READING GROUPS Sep 1, 2005
    Free. 330-745-1194 or www.barberton.lib.oh.us. Greater Akron Weight Loss Surgery Group -- 6:30 pm Tuesday at Barberton Public Library, 602 W. Park Ave. ...
    - Akron Beacon Journal




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