Weight Loss Surgery
If you are reading this page, it probably means you or someone you care about is significantly overweight and has tried virtually every imaginable method to become healthier. Too often, despite years of diets, exercise programs, and pills, Americans find the extra pounds and associated illnesses continue to affect their lives. weight-loss surgery may be the answer.
Studies have shown that weight-loss surgery can lead to better health, which in turn leads to a higher quality of life and increased lifespan. So, please let us tell you about the options for Weight Loss Surgery and the benefits of UNC’s highly personalized approach.
Severe obesity can lead to many life-threatening health problems and a shorter life span. Learn about the BENEFITS of weight-loss surgery.
If you’ve tried but can’t lose the excess weight that’s causing health problems, weight-loss surgery may be right for you. Find out if you are a CANDIDATE for weight-loss surgery.
What procedures are available?
Once you and your doctor have determined that weight-loss surgery is right for you, UNC Health Care offers different PROCEDURES to fit your individual needs.
What can I expect?
For many, surgery is an exciting end to a long wait. Learn more about:
» Taking the first steps
» Getting prepared
» The day of surgery
» Life after Weight Loss Surgery
Meet the Team
Physicians
Timothy Farrell, MD, FACS, Director, Minimally Invasive Surgery
Nurses
Lisa Prestia, RN, Certified Bariatric Nurse, Clinical Program Director-OP, 919-966-8436
Tara Zychowicz, NP
Dieticians
Susan Strom, RD – Registered Dietician
Lauren Boyd, RD – Registered Dietician
Psychologists
Catherine Forneris, Ph.D, JD, ABPP, Psychologist
Christine M. Peat, PhD, LP, Licensed Psychologist
Financial Support
Financial Counselor for Outpatient Care services, 984-974-0112
UNC bariatric surgery program receives two important distinctions:
The program has been accredited as a Level 1b facility by the Bariatric Surgery Center Network (BSCN) Accreditation Program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). In addition, the program was named a Blue Distinction Center for Bariatric Surgery by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina.
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