Bariatric Surgery is not Cosmetic Surgery

Bariatric (weight loss) Surgery is major gastrointestinal surgery that is performed in patients whose obesity puts them at risk for many medical conditions and premature death.

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Lap-Band Surgeons Alaska

	Alaska Bariatric Center Our goal is to provide excellent, personalized, local care for patients seeking weight loss surgery.
	Pamela A. Gruchacz, MD Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Lap Adjustable Gastric Banding at Bartlett Regional Hospital in Juneau, Alaska.

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Find out if you qualify for weight loss surgery and if the lap band procedure is right for you.

Ask your surgeon for information on financing programs and payment plans available to lap band patients.

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