Sanford Fargo to Present Doc Talk on Weight Loss Procedures and Medications

Sanford Health Fargo is hosting a Doc Talk discussion to educate the public about weight loss surgery and medications.

The event takes place on Tuesday, April 1, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Sanford Family Wellness Center, 2960 Seter Parkway, Fargo. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Sugong Chen, M.D., Daaron McField, M.D. and Ellen Vogels, DO, will discuss the latest options for weight loss and how they compare to medication options. The panel will talk about the entire process from preparing for surgery and recovery to setting yourself up for long-term success.

The Sanford Fargo bariatric surgical team offers minimally invasive laparoscopic or robotic procedures. These techniques can offer benefits such as shorter recovery times and reduced risks. Weight loss surgery also helps patients see a decrease or complete resolution of health-related issues, including acid reflux, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and sleep apnea.

Bariatric surgery options include:

• Gastric bypass surgery

• Gastric band

• Gastric sleeve surgery

• Revisional bariatric surgery

• Robotic-assisted weight loss surgery

Sanford Health is dedicated to providing the communities it serves with relevant and up-to-date health information. Doc Talk is a free educational series where Sanford physicians present and answer your questions on a wide variety of topics.

To register for the event, visit https://www.sanfordhealth.org/classes-and-events/doc-talk-fargo.