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Article: Surgical weight loss: bariatric surgery is a growing practice, but should not be taken lightly.(Health Care)
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- Indiana Business Magazine
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- January 1, 2004
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SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS, also known as bariatric surgery has been around for decades but has been getting increasing attention during the past few years. Media exposure surrounding the success stories of such celebrities as Al Roker and Sharon Osbourne has added to this procedure's popularity.
Dan McFeely, transportation writer for The Indianapolis Star, is putting a local face on bariatric surgery for area readers. His story begins with a lifelong struggle of overeating and fast food. By his seventh week post-surgery, McFeely--originally 402 pounds---had lost 60 pounds. The newspaper is giving periodic, candid updates on his progress.
But bariatric surgery is not a ...