NewHope Bariatrics Opens First Obesity Treatment Center in Los Angeles; Center Will Focus on Adjustable Gastric Banding in an Outpatient Setting

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- NewHope Bariatrics announces the opening of its first ambulatory surgery center focused on the treatment of obesity through adjustable gastric banding. The center is based in Los Angeles and the facility’s medical director is David G. Davtyan, MD, a bariatric surgeon who has been performing the LAP-BAND® System procedure since its FDA approval in 2001.

“The NewHope Bariatrics executive management and Dr. Davtyan share a mission to deliver innovative and effective surgical solutions to the increasing number of Americans who are suffering from obesity-related health conditions,” said David Crane, president and CEO of NewHope Bariatrics. Obesity is a serious healthcare issue with annual costs expected to exceed $200 billion in the United States alone. “We believe the LAP-BAND® System represents a real advance for patients as a safer, less invasive alternative to gastric bypass surgery, and one that is incredibly cost-efficient at reducing or resolving many of the health conditions involved with being overweight,” added Crane.

“I am pleased to be associated with a facility singularly focused on helping people lose weight and live healthier lives,” said Davtyan. “The NewHope Bariatrics Weight Loss Center offers a comprehensive program beginning with extensive education, pre-surgical consultation and financial counseling, and continuing through aftercare programs focused on long-term clinical support and access to a community forum of patients and healthcare professionals. The entire program is designed to help people achieve their weight loss goals and improve their quality of life.”

The NewHope Bariatrics Weight Loss Center of Los Angeles will begin performing LAP-BAND® System procedures in July. The center is located at 11847 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 200 in Beverly Hills. Free educational seminars are offered to the public on July 24, Aug. 7 and Aug. 21 at 6:30 pm at the Sheraton Delfina on 530 West Pico Boulevard in Santa Monica. To register, call 1-877-639-4673.

NewHope Bariatrics develops and operates ambulatory surgery centers and short-stay surgical hospitals in partnership with bariatric surgeons who serve the needs of the seriously overweight.

Source: NewHope Bariatrics