Posts Tagged ‘bariatrics’
Understanding the facts and myths surrounding bariatric surgery
Rajev Nain, MD, is a specialist in minimally invasive robotic and endobariatric surgery with Inova. He practices at offices in Fairfax and Lorton and performs surgeries at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, is a viable solution for those dealing with obesity and its related medical and metabolic issues,…
Read MoreWoman struggling with infertility gains new hope and health benefits with weight loss surgery
A Life Gained Patient finds that weight loss surgery yields many benefits When Meg Appel and her husband started seeing fertility specialists a few years ago, none of the tests indicated why they were having trouble conceiving. But one doctor brought up a potential issue that wouldn’t show up in screenings: Meg’s weight. To increase…
Read MoreArlington, VA resident drops 190 pounds with surgery (and education) from Inova
In it to win it A local Navy veteran and I.T. specialist turns to Inova Fair Oaks Hospital for the medical intervention, education and support he needs to transform his weight loss battle Two summers ago, when John George’s weight reached 470 pounds, the 6’4″ information technology specialist knew he had to do something about…
Read MoreInova Fair Oaks Hospital Physician Among the First Nationwide to Complete a Certification in Obesity Medicine
Dr. Kajal Zalavadia Joins a Nationwide Effort to Help Those Affected by Obesity FAIRFAX, VA – (April 25, 2013) – Dr. Kajal Zalavadia, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Bariatrician (weight loss physician), is one of the first nationwide to complete a board certification in obesity medicine. With nearly two-thirds of Americans considered overweight (33.3 percent) or…
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