Weight Loss Surgery

Adjustable Gatsric Band

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Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

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Image of a Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

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Blue Distinction Centers for Bariatric Surgery

Mark Flaherty — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:06:19 GMT

The Bariatric Surgery Program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center is designated a Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery.

Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy

Adolfo Fernandez — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:05:55 GMT

Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy

Stephen McNatt

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Tina R. Fearrington

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Insurance Verification Form

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:14:26 GMT

Insurance Verification Form for the Weight Loss Surgery Program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

Nutrition Information

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:13:22 GMT

Nutrition information for the weight loss surgery program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

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Patient Testimonials

Mark Flaherty — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:23:18 GMT

Read what patients have to say about the Weight Loss Surgery Program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

Awards and Recognition

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:24:34 GMT

Awards and Recognition

TrackingSheet

Mark Flaherty — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:55:26 GMT

WFUBMC Bariatric Surgery New Patient Tracking Sheet Patient Name: __________________________________________ Where Completed, (PAVE Class, In ‑Clinic, at Home): ______________________________________________________ Whom may we thank for referring you to our practice/office? or How did you hear about our practice? Plea

PhysicianLetter

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:25:12 GMT

Dear Physician: Your patient has requested information on options for weight loss surgery. We appreciate your referral to the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center and look forward to evaluating your patient for bariatric surgery. For the seriously overweight patient, traditional weight loss techniques offer on

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PATIENT INFORMATION Name (Last, First, Middle):___________________________________________ AKA:________________________________________ Maiden Name:_________________________ Mother's First Name:________________________________________________ DOB:________________________ SSN:__________________________________ Address:_

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Mark Flaherty — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:35:07 GMT

Thank you for your request about the weight loss surgical options. Weight loss surgery is a drastic step with serious effects on life long food habits. Any surgical procedure, including the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass procedure or Lap-Band procedure has risks, including the possibility of lengthy hospitalization or death.

Lap-Band Total Care Program

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:53:16 GMT

Weight Loss Surgery program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center accredited as a Lap Band Total Care Program.

Aetna Recognition

Mark Flaherty — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:07:47 GMT

Weight loss surgery program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center recognized as an Aetna Institiute of Quality for Bariatric Surgery.

ASMBS Center of Excellence

Mark Flaherty — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:08:20 GMT

Dr. Adolfo “Fuzz” Fernandez and his team at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center’s Bariatric Surgery Program have been awarded a 3 year accreditation as an American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.

Staff

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:56:20 GMT

Staff of the weight loss surgery program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

Support Group

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:15:27 GMT

Weight Loss Surgery Support GroupSupport GroupPlease join Dr. Fuzz's team from Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center for the weight loss surgery Support Group. The meetings will be held in the Fellowship Building of Temple Emanuel @ 201 Oakwood Drive,

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Elizabeth Krings

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Amber Norris

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Michelle Johnson

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patient information packet 2009

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 20:02:05 GMT

www1.wfubmc.edu/weightlosssurgery Name: First___________________MI._______Last _____________________Date:___________ Date of Birth:_____________________ Height:____________ Weight:____________________ Address: ____________________________________________ __________________________ _____________________________

General Surgery Health Assessment

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 20:02:01 GMT

Wake Forest University Health Sciences Department of General Surgery Health Assessment Wake Forest University Physicians Name: Date: Sex: Male Female Age: Race: Medical doctor (PCP): Referring Physician: Other Medical Doctors/Type: Cell Phone:

Frequently Asked Questions

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:18:26 GMT

Answers to frequently asked questions about weight loss surgery at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

BCBS Center of Excellence

Mark Flaherty — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:07:23 GMT

The Bariatric Surgery Program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center has been designated a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery.

Seminars

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:59:02 GMT

The Weight Loss Surgery information session is conducted by Dr. "Fuzz" Fernandez and Dr. Stephen McNatt, and describes the process for weight loss surgery evaluation, the risks and benefits of surgery, and explains the nutritional needs, exercise commitment, and follow-up expectations.

Specialties

Internal Administrator — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:33:40 GMT

Specialties

Patient Information

Mark Flaherty — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:17:52 GMT

Patient Information

Life After Surgery

Internal Administrator — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:07:42 GMT

There are several guidelines it is important for for patients of weight loss surgery to follow.

Am I Morbidly Obese?

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:46:16 GMT

Some simple tools to help you figure if you're overweight, obese or morbidly obese.

Additional Resources

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:00:34 GMT

Additional Resources;Additional Resources for Weight Loss Surgery patients.

Our Doctors

Adolfo Fernandez — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:06:35 GMT

The Weight Loss Surgery team.

Dr. McNatt

Internal Administrator — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:32:54 GMT

Dr. McNatt is a Bariatric Surgeon with expertise in Weight Loss Surgery.

Dr. Fernandez

Internal Administrator — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:32:51 GMT

Dr. Fernandez is head of the Weight Loss Surgery Program at WFUBMC.

Treatments and Procedures

Adolfo Fernandez — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:04:45 GMT

Weight loss surgery is major surgery. Although most patients enjoy an improvement in obesity-related health conditions (such as mobility, self-image and self-esteem) after the successful results of weight loss surgery, these results should not be the overriding motivation for having the procedure.

Adjustable Gastric Band

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:46:40 GMT

In addition to the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, Dr. Fernandez and his team are able to offer patients an alternative to weight loss with the adjustable gastric banding procedure. Both the LAP-BAND® and Realize® systems are offered.

Obesity-Related Health Conditions

Adolfo Fernandez — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:42:41 GMT

Obesity-related health conditions are health conditions that, whether alone or in combination, can significantly reduce your life expectancy. A partial list of some of the more common conditions follows. Your doctor can provide you with a more detailed and complete list.

Laparoscopic or Minimally Invasive Surgery

Mark Flaherty — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:21:07 GMT

For the past decade, laparoscopic procedures have been used in a variety of general surgeries. Many people mistakenly believe that these techniques are still "experimental." In fact, laparoscopy has become the predominant technique in some areas of surgery and has been used for weight loss surgery for several years. Although few bariatric surgeons perform laparoscopic weight loss surgeries, more are offering patients this less invasive surgical option whenever possible.

Gastric Bypass Roux-en-Y

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:49:34 GMT

According to the American Society for Bariatric Surgery and the National Institutes of Health, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is the current gold standard procedure for weight loss surgery. It is one of the most frequently performed weight loss procedures in the United States.

Diseases and Conditions

Mark Flaherty — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:13:36 GMT

Obesity, morbid obesity and the conditions related to them.

Causes of Morbid Obesity

Mark Flaherty — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:39:52 GMT

Causes of Morbid Obesity

About the Weight Loss Surgery Program

Adolfo Fernandez — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:54:04 GMT

Information about the staff in the Weight Loss Surgery Program at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

Weight Loss Surgery

Mark Flaherty — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:13:43 GMT

Surgery should be viewed first and foremost as a method for alleviating debilitating, chronic disease. In most cases, the minimum qualification for consideration as a candidate for the procedure is 100 lbs. above ideal body weight or those with a Body Mass Index of 40 or greater.

Brian McMillan - Winston-Salem

Mark Flaherty — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:15:45 GMT

"I've always been a large guy," said Brian McMillan of Winston-Salem. An athlete who played football and wrestled during college, it was the transition to a more sedentary lifestyle after college that signaled the beginning of his problems. "I still ate like I was an athlete. As my weight increased so did my health problems."

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