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Holy Cross Germantown Hospital Officially ASMBS Accredited – Dr. Joe Spearheads Initiative

We are very pleased to announce that Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is now officially an ASMBS Accredited Center. Our very own Dr. Joe Greene spearheaded the initiative.

What is ASMBS Accreditation?

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery merged with the American College of Surgeons to form a national bariatric surgery accreditation program.

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What is Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Maryland

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty in Maryland is a type of weight loss surgery. Bariatric surgery is a great option for patients with obesity. This procedure can be a lifechanging event for many people. Here’s what you need to know about Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty in Maryland

Accordion Procedure

ESG, also known as the Accordion procedure,

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Top Tips for Social Eating After Weight Loss Surgery

Social eating after weight loss surgery can be overwhelming. Food is a huge part of life and that doesn’t change just because you undergo weight loss surgery. Enjoying food is an integral part of our culture. Here are our top tips for social eating after weight loss surgery.

Eating After Bariatric Surgery

After bariatric surgery,

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Different Types of Weight Loss Surgery in Maryland

There are many types of weight loss surgery in Maryland. The procedure you choose will have a significant impact on your weight loss, so its important to choose the right weight loss surgery. Let’s look at the different types of weight loss surgery Maryland has to offer.

Types of Weight Loss Surgeries

There are two main types of weight loss surgeries.

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How to Choose the Best Bariatric Surgeon Maryland

Bariatric surgery is a significant step in your journey, so its important to choose a great bariatric surgeon in Maryland. This can be an overwhelming process so here are some things to consider when choosing a bariatric surgeon in Maryland.

How close to home do I want to be?

There will be appointments with your bariatric surgeon before and after your surgery.

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Gastric Sleeve Maryland | What is it?

Gastric sleeve surgery is a type of bariatric surgery. It helps patients with obesity lose weight. Here’s what you should know about gastric sleeve surgery in Maryland.

What is Gastric Sleeve?

This type of weight loss surgery, also known as gastrectomy or vertical sleeve gastrectomy, restricts your food intake.

COVID-19 Risk and Bariatric Surgery

Understanding COVID-19 Risk and Bariatric Surgery

During this pandemic, we have all looked a little closer at our health. While COVID-19 poses a threat to everyone, serious complications can be higher among people with certain health conditions, including obesity. In fact, patients with obesity are more likely to develop other conditions that raise the risk of COVID-19 complications. Here’s what you need to know about the COVID-19 risk and bariatric surgery.

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