The LifeBridge Health Bariatrics Program with centers at Northwest Hospital, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore and Quarry Lake utilizes a multidisciplinary approach for the treatment of obesity. We offer both surgical and non-surgical treatment options for weight loss, such as laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy surgery, and laparoscopic adjustable gastric band. Whatever option you choose, we will offer personalized care to meet your weight loss goals.
Patient Information
Weight Loss Surgery
You've tried diets. Exercise. You've even taken appetite-reducing drugs. Still, the excess weight remains. You're not alone. Weighing more than what is physically and emotionally healthy is a major problem for anyone who wants to lead a healthy and productive life.
Obesity is a complicated disease. Many things contribute to being overweight, including eating and exercise habits, whether or not your parents were overweight, and the overall environment you live in. To fix a weight problem, you must address each of these issues.
If left untreated obesity can lead to many health-related problems, such as:
- Diabetes
- Cardiovascular disease
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Degenerative joint disease
- Increased cancer mortality
- Asthma/pulmonary disorders
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
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- Urinary stress incontinence
- Menstrual irregularities, infertility
- Venous stasis ulcers
- DVTs/Pulmonary emboli
- Skin infections
- Premature death
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If changing your diet, exercising and modifying your behavior do not help you lose the excess pounds, surgery may be your best option.
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Weight Loss Patient Testimonials
Recent Testimonials
- "I wouldn't have been able to get this far and this quickly without the
gastric bypass. My feet feel good, and the cellulitis is gone. I am already off
my high blood pressure and diabetes medicines. I have more energy than I have
had for 15 years!" Click here to read more.
-- Ray McMasters
- "My favorite saying is "Life is Good" and, without a doubt, it is. I hope
that if anyone is considering weight loss surgery he or she will research and
speak with the phenomenal staff here at Sinai - it's the way to take back your life one pound at a
time." Click here to read more.
-- Bettina Straight.
- "It was not only my weight that held me back, but my self esteem. I am a
little over three months out of surgery and down 51 pounds. The new me that I
see emerging is stronger, healthier, wiser and full of more self love that I
ever could imagine." Click here to read more.
-- Diana Naana
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"The support staff in Dr. Li's office is amazing. When I first met with
them, I was very nervous. But, the team is very supportive and honest, and
communication with them is an ongoing process. They were always there for
me!" Click here to watch video. -- Stacie Arthur
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"I lost 95 lbs after the sleeve gastrectomy! Prior to the surgery, I was
diagnosed with many health issues, including diabetes, hypertension and high
cholesterol. Now, I do not have any of these problems. I am very glad to have
gone through this process and would do it all over again" Click here to watch video.
-- Paul Arthur
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