Weight loss options in Maryland, Virginia, and DC
Endoscopic weight loss procedures and medical weight loss optionsWhat is the Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) procedure?
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) is a minimally invasive, outpatient, non-surgical, incision-less weight loss procedure. The endoscopist sutures the stomach from the inside to reduce its size, which results in long-lasting weight loss. The procedure is very well tolerated. The patients are not admitted to the hospital, and they return to their normal routine after a few days.
What is Spatz3 balloon?
Spatz3 Gastric Balloon is the only Adjustable Gastric Balloon in the world, helping achieve optimal weight loss results while changing your attitude towards food.
What is The Orbera Balloon?
The Orbera balloon is the number one gastric balloon system in the world. It is a smooth silicone saline-filled intragastric balloon that is placed in the stomach for 6 months. With the Orbera balloon, patients lose 3 times more weight than with diet and exercise alone.
What is Gastric Bypass Revision?
Gastric bypass revision, or Trans-oral Outlet Reduction (TORe), is a non-surgical outpatient procedure. Sutures are used to tighten the gastrojejunal anastomosis and restore it to its original size in patients experiencing weight regain after gastric bypass.
What is Gastric Sleeve Revision?
Gastric sleeve revision, or sleeve gastrectomy revision, is a non-surgical outpatient procedure. Sutures are used to tighten the dilated gastric sleeve and restore it to its original size in patients experiencing weight regain after sleeve gastrectomy surgery.
What is medical weight loss?
Many patients can lose weight…only to see it return. At Digestive Care Specialists, we use medications to treat the biological/hormonal drivers of weight gain to help you lose weight and keep it off. You will undergo a medical evaluation and then get a prescription for the medication appropriate for you. You will continue to be under medical supervision, while our registered dietitians work directly with you to achieve sustained weight loss by creating a plan tailored to your individual needs and medical history.