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July 2010 2010


JOIN US FOR THE WALK FROM OBESITY  
 
Walk from obesity logoJoin us in bringing awareness of our nation's obesity epidemic to the forefront by participating in the Walk from Obesity. This two-mile walk takes place in Federal Way on September 18.
 
SURGERY SPOTLIGHT
Laparoscopic Technique
Stomach Image  
Many people wonder about the   
difference between "open" vs."laparoscopic" surgery. The laparoscopic technique varies from open operations only in the size of the abdominal incision.
 
ASK THE SURGEON
What is the surgery recovery process like after gastric banding?

Dr Hirai
        On the day of the surgery, most patients
        who had surgery in the early morning will
        typically be able to return home in the
        evening or the following morning at the
        latest. Patients can usually return to work
 Dr. Hirai          a week after surgery, but we strongly
                        recommend they avoid heavy lifting for
                        at least a month.
 
LET'S MOVE! PROGRAM TARGETS CHILDHOOD OBESITY
 
 
Lets MoveIn collaboration with the Task Force on Childhood Obesity, Let's Move! aims to reduce the childhood obesity rate in the U.S. to five percent by 2030.
 
 
WHY CHOOSE ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL?
The most recognized program in the state 
 
Excellence logoSt. 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.
  
Find a surgeon-led information seminar near you:
>> View seminar dates and locations
 
Set up a consultation with a bariatric surgeon:
>> Contact a surgeon today 
 
 
Find a surgeon-led information seminar near you:
>> View seminar dates and locations 
 
Set up a consultation with a bariatric surgeon:
>> Contact a surgeon today 
 
  
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Nadine's Story
Total weight loss: 155 pounds
 
"I can now do all the physical things I haven't been able to do for so many years. My self-esteem has improved 100%."
 
 
Before surgery, Nadine suffered from various medical problems. "I was on medication for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, water retention and anxiety." After trying a number of diets, she knew weight loss surgery was her best option.
 
Today, Nadine credits her successful surgery with dramatically increasing her energy and self-confidence. As she proudly proclaims, "I can now walk into a room of people I don't know with my head held high."
 
 
Dr Oh
 
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
 
 
Dr Hirai 
 
Thomas J. Hirai, MD
St. Francis Weight Loss Surgery Clinic
200 S. 333rd St., Suite 150
Federal Way, WA 98003
253-275-6030 
 
 
St. Francis Center for Weight Management 
St. Francis Hospital Medical
Office Building, Suite 310
34509 Ninth Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003
800-823-6525
 
nww8mgt@fhshealth.org
www.stfrancisweightforlife.org