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Endoscopic Weight Loss Program

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The Johns Hopkins Endoscopic Weight Loss Program

If you’re struggling with your weight, you’re not alone. More than two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese and many have medical conditions that affect their weight. Some have tried various diets and fitness programs with little or no success. With so much available nutrition and weight loss information, most people don’t know where to begin, or how to get the results they want.

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Let us help you find your healthy weight. Meet our multidisciplinary team of weight loss specialists.

Videos

Gastric Balloon | FAQ

Johns Hopkins gastroenterologist, Dr. Dilhana Badurdeen, answers questions about the gastric balloon for weight loss procedure, including how it works, how much weight you can lose and how long it takes.

Transoral Gastric Outlet Reduction | FAQ

Johns Hopkins gastroenterologist, Dr. Dilhana Badurdeen, answers questions about the transoral gastric outlet reduction procedure, including how it works and how you can expect to feel after the procedure.