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WISE bariatric patients are able to have their procedure performed at JCI accredited hospitals with world renowned surgeons for one third the cost in the US. And they get to recover in a beautiful, tropical paradise before returning home safely.

QuickMedical, a national distributor of medical equipment and supplies announced today they have been named as the preferred distributor of Gendron bariatric care medical equipment for all government contracts.

Min-Sheng General Hospital has launched a new English website aimed at providing foreign expats in Taiwan and medical tourists the tools and information they need to facilitate their access to health care in Taiwan.

Designed to help the severely overweight, Functional Fitness Fat Burning DVD offers an alternative to Bariatric Surgery. Guided by medical professional and star of Functional Fitness on PBS TV, this offers 2 fat burning workouts seated or standing.

Dr. Alexander Abkin is proud to announce the relocation of JFK for Life's office in Edison.

Internationally renowned surgeon Dr. Michel Gagner performed gastric sleeve through patient's belly button

Ella’s Bubbles, manufacturer of luxury acrylic walk-in tubs, has announced an innovative and blissful bathing experience in bariatrics - The Royal Massage Tub for bariatric patients.

A cutting-edge weight loss program called “Take the Healthy Chocolate Challenge” is being introduced in Atlanta,GA on Thursday, Jan 26. The promoters want you to Lose 20 Pounds in 12 Weeks with the Xocai Healthy Chocolate Diet & Wellness System

“Take the Healthy Chocolate Challenge” is based on a study published in the Dec '11 issue (vol. 26, no.2) of the American Journal of Bariatric Medicine showing that a high-antioxidant diet including unprocessed cocoa promotes healthy weight loss.

Introducing the SuperLIFT by Modern Medical, designed to easily and safely lift and transport patients without injury to the patient and caregiver.

August 20th Seminar Offers Answers and Support for Individuals Considering Weight Loss Surgery

Seminar Guides Individuals through Procedure Basics and How to Achieve Best Results

Too much attention has been given to recent setbacks for drugs in obesity treatment and not enough has been paid to the persistent opportunities for the many pending pending devices and drugs. A 2011 MedMarket Diligence report details the outlook.

If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, plan on attending Long Island’s First Annual Medical and Surgical Weight Loss Expo to be held Saturday, May 21, from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. at the Uniondale Marriott in Hempstead, NY.

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, an organization of 240+ doctors who are part of the Sutter Health network, today announced the launch of its Web site focusing on bariatric, gastroenterology and endocrine surgery.

The high and growing rate of obesity incidence worldwide and its commensurate costs are driving development and use of multiple treatment options spanning surgery, medical devices and drugs, according to a new MedMarket Diligence report.

Airpal Receives Patent for Inflatable Patient Positioning Systems. Adjustability and ease of use are ideal for airway management, especially when handling bariatric patients.

The global pandemic of obesity, with particular emphasis in Western economies, is driving the development, marketing and sales of diverse treatment options at an aggressive rate, forecasted in a new report from MedMarket Diligence.

Flagler wanted to increase attendance at their informational seminars throughout Florida to drive new patient surgeries up.

Swindon surgeon offers patients the opportunity to experience POSE - Primary Obesity Surgery, Endoscopic - the first incisionless weight loss procedure in the UK. Less Pain, Shorter Recoveries and No Visible Scars.

Dr. Klaus Thaler, a renowned expert in digestive and minimally invasive surgery and author of groundbreaking studies, has joined Hudson Valley Hospital Center to create a center of excellence in minimally invasive surgery and digestive disease.

Dr. Brian B. Quebbemann, one of the country’s leading experts in minimally invasive bariatric surgery, has successfully performed a single-incision vertical sleeve gastrectomy using the TransEnterix SPIDER® Surgical System.

True Results, the nation’s most experienced Lap Band provider, announced its Turning Point Specialty Surgery Center of San Antonio has achieved the highest level of accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).

Less Pain, Shorter Recoveries and No Visible Scars with the launch of POSE (Primary Obesity Surgery, Endoscopic) in Southampton, UK

“I have more stamina and can climb the stairs into my house and down to the laundry room without sweating and getting out of breath,” said Ms. Howell, who no longer has to take medication for her high blood pressure.

PeopleOfSize.com launches a social networking and information website to provide support on all the important issues that impact large-size people.

With the upcoming Memorial Day holiday and unofficial start to the summer, many of us will be attending parties and barbeques. Below are 10 tips from the Weight Loss Institute of New Jersey to help you avoid weight gain over the summer.

In 2009 the False Creek Healthcare Centre in Vancouver launched their LAP-BAND Weight Loss program. The program has since taken off overwhelmingly.

Bariatrics is the branch of medicine that studies and treats obesity. What is often called "a bariatric procedure" is usually some kind of surgery, typically a gastric bypass or lap band placement.

Diabetes Surgery Summit issues revised recommendations expanding scope of patients who could benefit from surgery

Upcoming seminars to feature comprehensive, holistic program to combat obesity

(Fort Myers, Fla. – Jan. 7, 2010) – Lee Memorial Health System’s bariatric, or weight loss surgery, program has launched a new Web site, www.leememorial.org/bariatricsurgery, putting information at prospective patients’ fingertips.

Learn More About Weight Loss Surgery from The Weight Loss Institute of New Jersey

Designed to support bariatric patients with less effort, the De Mayo Hip Positioner® from Innovative Medical Products means that OR personnel don’t have to lift a patient for lateral positioning

PeopleOfSize.com, an online community for large-size people and their loved ones, launches a survey to find out what topics are most important to users of the website.

“Weight Loss Surgery: Which One is Right for You?” draws the reader in with an overview of weight-loss operations, discussing the options in detail in an engaging and easy-to-understand manner.

Helps People Adjust to Dramatic Changes Such as Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery

Proteins specially formulated for patients recovering from Bariatric surgery . Helps this patients to intake enough protein trough the day .

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Tampa, FL - The premier Mobility website, ScooterDirect.com, was purchased by Scooter Direct; LLC owned by Russell Hawkins and has been under their management since August 1st, 2008.

Glenda Godshall, founder and president of Nashua Nutrition (www.NashuaNutrition.com), has been named 2009 Woman Business Owner of the Year by the New Hampshire Small Business Administration.

Forest Park Medical Center -- a new, state-of-the-art, full service acute care hospital – is proud to announce that da Vinci Robotic Surgeries are now being performed at Forest Park Medical Center which is located just off of I-75 and Forest Lane.

Nawls Network is a brand new social networking site for people looking to interact, make friends, share pictures, videos and stories of their successful battle of weight loss surgery, developed and organized by Katie Jay.

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy offers a new way to win the struggle with obesity. It has the best benefits of gastric banding and gastric bypass without the drawbacks of those more well-known operations.

Colleen M. Cook will speak at The Bariatric Surgery Conference of the Cascades in Bend, Ore. to educate both bariatric patients and professionals about long-term bariatric support.

Thirteen year Weight-loss veteran and President of Bariatric Support Centers International, Colleen M. Cook will speak at The World Congress on Obesity in Washington, D.C. to educate participants about long-term bariatric support.

Colleen M. Cook will speak at the Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center's 2nd Annual Bariatric Patient Reunion in Lincoln, Neb. to educate participants about long term bariatric support.

Thirteen year Weight-loss veteran and President of Bariatric Support Centers International, Colleen M. Cook will speak at the Obesity Help National Event in Sacramento, Calif. to educate participants about long term bariatric support.

A sleeve gastrectomy allows patients to realize significant weight loss without altering the function of the stomach.

The Body Knowledge™ Assessment will allow weight-loss hopefuls to monitor their total energy expenditure, activity duration and level, steps taken, sleep efficiency, calorie balance and more.