Increase in the Number of Weight Loss Surgeries and Surgeons

According to the American Society for Bariatric Surgery (ASBS), the number of weight loss surgeries increased from about 16,000 in 1992 to about 220,000 in 2008; the membership of surgeons in the ASBS increased from 258 in 1998 to 1070 in 2003.

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New York Bariatric Group

Dedicated entirely to the effective treatment of obesity. Our surgeons perform Gastric bypass, LAP-BAND Adjustable Gastric Band, and revisional surgery. Located on the North Shore of Long Island, NY.

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Center for Obesity Surgery

We offer our patients an integrated approach to weight loss to empower individuals to succeed at the unique challenges of losing and controlling their weight. Located in New York City.

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High blood pressure is cured or improved in 78% of patients who have lost a significant amount of weight after weight loss surgery.

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