DOCTORS EMBRACE BARIATRIC SURGERY AS EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR DIABETES
Fifty international scientific and medical experts have issued a "consensus statement" declaring that bariatric surgery should be considered a treatment option for patients with Type 2 diabetes, even if they are not extremely obese.
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SURGERY SPOTLIGHT
Duodenal Switch
Reserved for patients with serious weight-related issues, the duodenal switch is a complex surgical option involving the removal of a large portion of the stomach.
- During the procedure, a segment of the small intestine is divided and rearranged.
- Most (85%) of the stomach is permanently removed.
- A major advantage of this procedure is that the pylorus remains intact.
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How does bariatric surgery help get rid of sleep apnea?
 Dr. Thomas J. Hirai
The vast majority of patients will either be able to decrease the pressure settings on their CPAP machine, or will be able to get rid of their CPAP machine altogether. And more importantly, we have observed that almost all of our patients report a significant improvement in their sleep and quality of life.
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SUPPORT FROM A SPOUSE DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE
 Having a supportive spouse can greatly increase your chances of success, and can also make your weight loss journey an easier and more satisfying one.
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WHY CHOOSE ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL?
The most recognized program in the state
 St. Francis Hospital's program is the only one in the state to be recognized by the top two surgical organizations: the American Society for Bariatric Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
If you or someone you know is struggling with weight, we can help. The Center for Weight Management at St. Francis Hospital provides surgical and non-surgical solutions to help people live better, longer lives.
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Terra's Story
Total weight loss: 119 lbs
"When you go from 'living to eat' to 'eating to live' it can be hard, but it is so worth it in the end."
Before surgery, Terra couldn't run and play with her kids like she wanted to."My feet, back and hips hurt all the time," she said, "to the point of tears at the end of the day." She decided to have weight loss surgery because she was tired of letting her weight hold her back from life.
"My life has changed so much since the surgery" said Terra. "I can play with my kids. And I can fit in a booth at a restaurant without fear of getting stuck!"
>> Read more of Terra's story |
Ki H. Oh, MD, F.A.C.S.
St. Francis Weight Loss Surgery Clinic
200 S. 333rd St., Suite 150
Federal Way, WA 98003
253-275-6030 |
Thomas J. Hirai, MD
St. Francis Weight Loss Surgery Clinic
200 S. 333rd St., Suite 150
Federal Way, WA 98003
253-275-6030 |
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C. Gabriel Alperovich, MD
16850 SE 272nd Street
Covington, WA 98042
425-251-5111 |
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St. Francis Center for Weight Management
St. Francis Hospital Medical
Office Building, Suite 310
34509 Ninth Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003
1-800-823-6525
nww8mgt@fhshealth.org
www.stfrancisweightforlife.org
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