Division of Acute Care Surgery

Multidisciplinary Weight Management Program

Jessica Irven — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:28:02 +0000

Non-Surgical Weight Loss Procedures
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG):

ESG is an endoscopic procedure using a small suturing device and camera that is passed down the patient’s esophagus into the stomach to reduce the size of the stomach so patients feel full faster, digest more slowly, and lose weight.

The procedure involves no incisions or scars.
Most patients can go home the same day and return to work in 2-3 days

Transoral Outlet Reduction (TORe)

Patients having previous Roux-en-Y gastric bypass bariatric surgery may experience dilation of the gastrojejunostomy outlet and the gastric pouch, followed by weight gain. Studies have shown that after ten years, patients who underwent gastric bypass regain an average of 20-30% of the weight they lost. TORe is a procedure performed endoscopically by a gastroenterologist or surgeon that uses a small suturing device and camera to revise a prior gastric bypass from the inside to help the patient lose weight again.

The procedure involves no incisions or scars.
Most patients can go home the same day and return to work in 2-3 days.
Patients lose an average of 8-11% total body weight after TORe, accordingly to the clinical literature.

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Vascular Surgery

Elizabeth Prieto — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 13:23:03 +0000

At �� we have remained at the forefront of the development, testing, and utilization of rapidly ever-expanding minimally invasive procedures to treat vascular diseases. We strive to incorporate the pursuit of education and research with our overall mission to provide the very best in patient care.

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Surgical Oncology

Elizabeth Prieto — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 13:22:27 +0000

The Division of Surgical Oncology is the surgical arm of the nationally recognized Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. The mission of the Division of Surgical Oncology is to provide state-of-the-art cancer care and to improve cancer care, both locally and nationally, through laboratory research and translation of these results into clinical care.

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Plastic Surgery

Elizabeth Prieto — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 13:22:00 +0000

We are pleased that you have chosen to explore what we have to offer: aesthetic and reconstructive services that are provided by fellowship-trained plastic surgeons, in a safe and secure environment. Whether you desire minimally invasive facial rejuvenation or perforator flap breast reconstruction, we are committed to providing the highest quality experience, focusing on the unique needs of the plastic surgery patient.

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Pediatric Surgery

Elizabeth Prieto — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 20:49:25 +0000

The Division of General Pediatric Surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill continues its mission to treat sick and injured children with the most expert and experienced team and to provide the best care possible in a family-centered, “kid-friendly” environment. We are committed to offering the highest level of Pediatric Surgical Services and to the education of patients, their families, our colleagues and the community about surgical problems that are unique to children.

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General Surgery

Elizabeth Prieto — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 20:48:47 +0000

The General, Acute Care and Trauma Division of the �� Department of Surgery and �� Healthcare Systems is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for injured and critically ill patients and to develop and implement multidisciplinary research programs designed to investigate the physiologic, metabolic, and pathologic states affecting patients with multiple injuries.

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Gastrointestinal Surgery

Elizabeth Prieto — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 19:48:48 +0000

The Division of GI Surgery is dedicated to providing comprehensive surgical care for patients with basic and complex gastrointestinal diseases. Patients are referred to our surgeons from across the Southeastern United States for management of a variety of benign and malignant GI disorders via open and laparoscopic approaches.

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Cardiothoracic Surgery

Elizabeth Prieto — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 19:47:53 +0000

Our surgical teams offer advanced treatments for problems of the heart, lungs, esophagus and chest. We provide excellent care of all of our patients, from newborns to people in their 90s. To improve health care, we do innovative research and we train future doctors. Please call us if we may be of help.

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Burn Center

Elizabeth Prieto — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 19:47:20 +0000

Since its opening the North Carolina Jaycee Burn Center has saved hundreds of lives and restored thousands of people, both children and adults, to lives of health and productivity. At the same time, the Burn Center has advanced the scientific knowledge of burn care and rehabilitation.

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Abdominal Transplant

Elizabeth Prieto — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 19:39:50 +0000

The University of North Carolina is home to one of the most accomplished and dedicated transplant teams in the region. Certified by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, our mission is the advance of transplantation and clinical outcomes through efforts in education, research, and clinical medicine. Programs provide comprehensive treatment for kidney, liver, and pancreas.

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