Stanford University to host a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (gastric bypass) course for surgeons
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Weight loss surgeon Dr. John Feng to perform telesurgery as part of the live surgery training portion of the Stanford Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy course.
Dr. Feng has been asked to participate as a mentor due to his extensive experience in performing this procedure 100% minimally-invasive without the need for large, open incisions from 2001. The surgery can be performed for qualified patients of almost any Body Mass Index with optimal results. The procedure is unique in its versatility and effectiveness.
Dr. John Feng will be participating in the upcoming Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy course on December 12th 2008. This expert course will be held at Stanford University at the Stanford Cancer Center. The course is attended by experienced laparoscopic bariatric surgeons. Dr. Feng will be performing live surgery education via telesurgery from Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City, California.
The Sleeve Gastrectormy live surgery will be performed by Dr. Feng as part of the overall course agenda. Drs. David Schumacher, Dennis Smith, John Morton are the other course faculty members. Topics include the Evolution of Weight Loss Surgery, Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Considerations with focus on Surgical Techniques. This procedure is considered a standard bariatric procedure by both the American College of Surgeons as well as the American Society for Metabolica and Bariatric Surgery.
Dr. Feng and his practice Crystal Springs Surgical Associates provides a comprehensive, laparoscopic surgical treatment program for severely obese patients. There are 4 minimally invasive procedures offered, including the laparoscopic Lap-Band System placement, Realize Band, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (or RNY), vertical sleeve gastrectomy and duodenal switch with extensive experience in all these options to provide a tailored treatment plan for individual patients depending on their condition. Crystal Springs Surgical Associates has offices in on the San Francisco Bay Area and Peninsula in San Mateo, San Francisco, Walnut Creek (East Bay), Lodi/Stockton, and Monterey area.